Charlene K

I can relate, I've lost about 13lbs since Dec. But gained 3 back so now it's 10. And I have never been a sweet eater but I polished off a whole bag of robin eggs(malted milk balls) between sunday and monday. I guess I have that wanting to munch thing going on with the quitting smoking. I took ya'lls advice with the Chantix and it does make it much more bearable. It's more of a want then a need now. And I've never been good at not getting what I want, Spoiled yes but true never the less. I think I need a swift kick in the a** to get back on track, you'ld think that 3lb weight gain would have done it. __________________ Yum.........robin eggs.....I could polish off a bag every Easter, but I didn't eat any this year...........not eating them or PEEPS was a victory for me. Hang in there! You will get through this time. I go for a fill tomorrow. I have restriction, but it seems like when I am three weeks out from having a fill ....I need another one. I hope I reach a sweet spot this time.

CONGRATS, LONG!!!!!!!!!! You will be a great group support leader.

Originally Posted by Charlene K Boos.............good to see you back! We miss you on July Butterflies too! Charlene we have alot of pple (myself included) who are on facebook too - on the 50's thread they have been refering to it as cheating on LBT - heck some have even joined twitter - oh heck No - between lbt - fb and work and my life there just aren't enough hours in the day :0) __________________ Janet, I am on facebook..........so what do I do? Do I search cheating on LBT? too funny!

Lisa, I am going for my 9th fill tomorrow, and I am still not at my sweet spot. All I can tell you is I do best when I journal my food intake, eat 60grams of protein a day, 64ozs of liquids a day, walk 30 minutes a day, and try to eat 6 small meals a day. If I don't do those things, I don't lose, in fact I gain. The band is a tool that just helps with the hunger. You have to do the work and it will work for you. Talk to your doctor. You need support. There are several threads that will help you. I post on "I'm here to help" lap band buddy, July Butterflies, and the over 50 gang. I look forward to hearing from you again. Hang in there!

Boos.............good to see you back! We miss you on July Butterflies too!

Janet, just stopping by to say HI! I am gonna get a fill on Thursday.......I need something. Since that cortisone shot I want to graze all day. Fortunately, I haven't gained that 5lbs back. Oh, my grandbaby came home! He is doing great!

Leanne...........no time like the present to jump on the bandwagon and ride along with us. We have many success stories on this thread. You can get support and advice here...........and a little tough love.

So sorry to hear about your dad. Be careful on your trip. I know this is hard on you especially since you are having surgery in a few weeks. Take care and stay in touch!

Julie, do you have an NG tube? I had paralyzed small bowel(forgot the term) after 3 abdominal surgeries. I went without food for two weeks, but they put some stuff in my veins and boy did I gain weight. So just hang in there........don't worry about your weight....just get WELL!

Well, join the club....I lost 5lbs last week after going back and forth with 3lbs for a month. If you don't like journaling then try to stay away from bad carbs. I was told that if you increase you fluid to 80ozs for a few days and eat for lunch and dinner the same protein with a salad and eggs for breakfast that you can lose some lbs quick. My sister did it and lost 7lbs. ..........and then there is the pouch test. Remember the band is only a tool and takes care of 20-25% of losing .......they rest is up to you. We know all that, but we still wish we had that majic bullet. Hang in there.........you are doing great!

Long........I did see your pics.......your looking good, girl! How was everyone's Easter? I ate way too much..........no Easter candy, but lots of bad carbs like corn. Anyway, it's back to journaling tomorrow.

I signed up on thedailyplate.com..........you just record everything that goes into your mouth. I try to stay under 1200calories. I eat 60 proteins,and drink 60oz of liquid a day. I also record exercise. Check out the website.........everything you need is there.

Talk about insane eating.....today I ate...ham, broccoli-cheese casserole, corn casserole, and carrot cake. I only had a couple of tablespoons of each, but they were loaded with calories. The only victory I had was I did not any Easter candy. Okay, tomorrow.............back to sanity and journaling!

I hope every one had a Blessed Easter. As for me..........I ate too too much. I need a fill! How did everyone handle food issues this holiday?

Well, tell Susan to check in with us......Hey,Phyl.....do you twitter? I haven't joined yet.

I am praying for you! You have a Blessed Easter too!

Me too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where are you, Susan???????????? Joann.........it is so good to hear from you. Can't wait to hear from you when the new grandbaby arrives!

Martyh, I feel you pain. I only wish I had had the surgery at your age before I started having so many health issues. You will start losing steady as you get fills. I usually go 3 to 4 weeks without losing then I drop 3-5lbs. We are all different when it comes to loss. I like the saying"Slow and steady wins the race". That's why my ticker is a turtle in the weeds. You will lose......just keep journaling your food and exercising. Tell that "fat girl voice" to SHUT UP!

CONGRATS! LIZALEE......You will make that 40lb goal. I am so happy for you.

Long,..........glad the unfill helped. 4000 eggs.......wow. I can't imagine stuffing all those eggs. When you say mountains.........sounds awesome.......since the only hill around here is at a landfill.. I hope everyone has a HAPPY EASTER!

Yeah, I like Kimaly's so I made my Brussels Griffon my avatar. I am gonna change it.....don't know what....maybe go back to the first one. Yeah, Boos come back. Support is key to success.

Amen! And if any of you are bored this weekend come to Pearland, Tx and help my church with the 20,000 egg drop from a Helicopter. It will be at the high school stadium. We expect 5,000 kids........so we can use the help. I am just curious how they are going to do this. Janet, I can't just eat a couple of candies...........I am a sugar addict. Anyway, I already was bad this week and ate a piece of birthday cake..........white almond w/ cream cheese filling. So, no candy for me. I know Joann said costco had chewable fish oil supplements. Does anyone know another place to get them?

Thanks Long..........I hope this fixes your reflux. You know I started having reflux in 1991 when I had my gallbladder out. Like I said, I am back on pepcid 40mg twice a day. It has kept me from pbing. I don't get the gas and acid buildup in my gut. Also I eat gas-x before we go out to eat. It helps alot too. Yeah, I had lost 3 and gained 3 and now this morning I had dropped 5. I hang on to weight for about 3-4 weeks then I lose just in time to go to the dr. for a fill. I think this next fill will be my last for awhile. I should be reaching a sweet spot.

Vent away!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is what we are here for!

Originally Posted by Long2bThin Sandi, Are these portions 1/2 cup to 1 cup per meal? This sounds like a lot of food to me. I have been a long time member of WW as well and let me tell you, if I ate all the points they said I should have I'd not be where I am now. I could've done that without surgery. I hope this doesn't sound harsh, it's not meant to be. For example, presurgery at 305 lbs I was allowed 33 points per day plus by weekly allowance so could've had even more than that. That's a minimum of 1800-1900 calories a day. Post banding, I averaged 800-1000 calories a day. Hope that is making sense. Most importantly you need your hard protein first that should comprise 80% of that 1/2 to 1 cup serving, then if still hungry the veggies, then some of the carb. I'm just telling you what I've done and what's worked for me as to what my doc has had me do. I realize there are many different docs and opinions, but only wanted to offer what works for me since you asked. I hope you find what works best for you. BTW, I still go to WW periodically but I track on dailyplate and basically eat like their Core program (they call it something different today). And I eat no where near the points they give me. Long Thanks for the reminder of portions, calories, and proteins. What's up with the unfill? Reflux? I started back on pepcid last week and I am not getting stuck as much. I think it may have been due to the build up of acid and gas in my gut. Well, finally, I woke up this morning......weighed ....and I was down in lbs. LBT Buddies...........HAVE A GREAT DAY!