Treadmillwalker

I've chosen not to tell people. I use to mention when I was starting Weight Watchers or any other diet and people would ask, "should you be eating that?" or "how much weight have you lost?" I got tired of my latest diet defining how people spoke to me. If anyone asks now I tell them I'm doing Atkins / South Beach style--low carb and high Protein. I also say I'm doing everything we have all learned before such as chewing well, small portions, etc. ALL of this is true. Surgery is just another tool for me. Banded 10/12/16

I'm not familiar with methadone; however I would assume the doctor who prescribes it can help guide you and your surgeon. People on this site are taking a wide variety of medications and have successful WLS. Good luck and congratulations on turning your life around in a positive direction. Banded 10/12/16

@@gowalking great to know. I have my second fill on 12/27. I'm at 3 cc now. My band holds up to 10 cc. Does what we post here stay in Banders #7 or does it Trend, etc. depending on responses. Banded 10/12/16

@@gowalking - Thanks Liz for the welcome. At this time I don't have any questions. I'm early in my journey. I am wanting to connect with others who have the band. I notice a lot of folks appear to have negative opinions about the band. I did a lot of research, went through a bariatric center of excellence, and have a surgeon who has performed all types of WLS for many years. I'm happy with my decision and doing well. Just looking for friends. Banded 10/12/16

Varies by surgeon and what pre-op requirements s/he has. Good luck! Banded 10/12/16

@@gowalking is anyone free to join Banders #7? No sure of the guidelines of how this subforum works. Thanks. Banded 10/12/16

I'm interested in learning more. Are you planning to start January 2? Banded 10/12/16

I love Choco Perfection. I buy the small sugar free 39 calorie bars. http://store.chocoperfection.com/sugar-free-chocolate-bars-s/40.htm Banded 10/12/16

At this stage I eat high Protein - think South Beach / Atkins style. I'm early in my weightloss phase and I need to limit my temptations. Banded 10/12/16

But smaller than your highest??? Banded 10/12/16

@@Firebolt best wishes to you. Banded 10/12/16

Lots of Water. Banded 10/12/16

Often family is more unkind to their family then to acquaintances. They feel they can say and do anything and be forgiven because they are related. Define how you want to be treated. The fact that you two are related doesn't give her special privileges. Banded 10/12/16

Wow, my surgeon always does fills using a florascope. If you have scar tissue this bad from you gastric band surgery what makes you think you won't have scar tissue with other types of surgery? Are you planning to have a surgeon remove the current scar tissue? If the band worked for you and is still holding fills why not have the scar tissue removed, and keep the band? Banded 10/12/16

So happy for you. I wish you continued success and smooth sailing. Banded 10/12/16

Made me laugh. Banded 10/12/16

Did you by chance barely eat all day and then have a holiday treat (sugar)? That will cause it too. I agree with what others wrote above. Banded 10/12/16

I went through a bariatric center of excellence, and my surgeon and insurance required six months of classes, monthly weigh in, psych evaluation, etc. I yo yo during this period. The day of my surgery I was down 10 pounds from my first class. The nurse said the surgeon would be okay with that number, but would not accept a gain. I asked if he would have cancelled and she said, "he has before." WLS does not replace willpower, self discipline, eating healthy, etc. You won't be successful if you don't get your arms around it. Don't think, I will never have pizza again. Instead think, in the future I will be satisfied with a couple bites of pizza, ice cream, etc. You are not dying, but instead going to be reborn into a healthier you. Banded 10/12/16

@@valerie1982 This is wonderful news. Congratulations and thank you for sharing. Banded 10/12/16

I was going to post this to the nutrition forum and then it asked pre or post op. I figure this applies to all areas so I posted under general discussion I am always looking for protein recipes and on the biprousa.com website I found several different cookbooks that are free to print. I thought it would mention in case you are exploring protein recipes too. Banded 10/12/16

I'm no medical experts, but I've had success rotating my calories and or exercise. One day 800 calories, the next 1,000, the next 1200, the repeat. Same with exercise. Good luck. Banded 10/12/16

I am not scheduled to see the dietician and my surgeon until 12/27 when I receive my second band fill. I love dairy and eat FF cottage cheese, FF Fage yogurt or good quality FF cheese daily without issue. Do I need to take a Calcium supplement? Has anyone discussed this with their nutritionist and what guidance did you receive? Banded 10/12/16

I was banded on 10/12/16 and will have my first fill on Tuesday 10/15/16 by the surgeon using a florascope. How will I know when I am in the green spot / sweet spot as I begin to get my fills? How much weight loss can I expect per week once in the sweet spot? Thank you. Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

I've read various comments about this book in various posts, and I'm planning to buy a copy to read on my Kindle. Anything that helps me retrain my brain to think like a thin person is appreciated. Thanks to all who mentioned so that I learned of this books existence and value to others. Banded 10/12/16

How long is your preoperative diet? You want to shrink your liver so they can perform laproscopy versus open. Banded 10/12/16