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***Im reposting here b/c my 1st post might of not been in the right section of the forums.*** So anyone else run into this problem?? Making poor choices when ur pals are around? I tend to pick poor foods and eat mushy items which means i can eat more.... Now i know this is bad, and its wrong... I run into this issue about once a week sometime 2 times . I could use some advice and tips from others who have been here and were able to beat the need to eat like ur pals! Also some side facts so you have a better understanding. March 1st 2008 started to work for pre band diet lost 23lbs . May 21st 2008 band ... Sept 28th 2008 total of 84lbs lost. Work out 6-7 days a week , most days ( 5-6 ) healthy choices for food. ~~Jessica :thumbup:

So anyone else run into this problem?? Making poor choices when ur pals are around? I tend to pick poor foods and eat mushy items which means i can eat more.... Now i know this is bad, and its wrong... I run into this issue about once a week sometime 2 times . I could use some advice and tips from others who have been here and were able to beat the need to eat like ur pals! Also some side facts so you have a better understanding. March 1st 2008 started to work for pre band diet lost 23lbs . May 21st 2008 band ... Sept 28th 2008 total of 84lbs lost. Work out 6-7 days a week , most days ( 5-6 ) healthy choices for food. ~~Jessica :biggrin:

I feel anyone who does this has an issue with food and they need to speak to a psychologist and there doc. The reason most of us are heavy is b/c of what we put in our mouth. Now you gotta think... why am i putting this crap in? If u think your at risk for this Chew and spitting crap... get some help before you do it. ~~jessica

HUMMM if u think 700 claories is too low... what do u think about 200-400 calories? If i just eat chicken or salmon i can keep my intake to about that the whole day. I usually eat about 4oz of salmon or chicken between 2 meals and thats it. Then my morning meal will be something different but my calories never go too high unless i make poor choices... ~~Jessica

Well im glad to know this now. I have my period on top of this all and i was just a mess at work yesterday. I wanted to kick everyone in the head it seemed. I hate feeling this way b/c it is not me at all! ~~jessica

Anyone notice any changes in mood since surgery? I had mine back in may 2008 and sometimes I can get... well cranky or even mean. Which is totally not me. And it kinda worries me a bit. Wanted to see if anyone else is feeling this way out there and maybe what others do to handle this issue. thanks ahead! ~~jessica

Yeah... so I had the band may21st 2008 and have lost 80lbs if you add in the 23lbs before surgery. But ever since I have had the band I burp all the time . And... the more fills i get... the louder they get lol! Anyone have the same issue? Any clue as to why it is happing? I guess I could live with the burping as long as the weight keeps pealing off. As long as this is not a sign that something is wrong its not a big deal for me. Just looking for a few answers. Thanks ahead!! ~~jessica

If you have gained weight back the lap band ( even if they can do it ) will be no use to you. You may consider seeing a counselor to see if you can notice an eating pattern. The reason the weight is coming back on is the choice of foods your putting into your body, and maybe you stopped working out . Wishing you all the best of luck!! If you want it... you can do it! ~~jessica

grats! Im so happy for you !

I just had my 2nd fill about 1 week and 4 days ago. The 1st week went well as with the 1st fill. But now im starting to want to eat more... and im trying so hard to show self control but its getting harder. Im trying to eat 1 cup of food or less and i still feel some what hungery after but if i sit and rest before i try more food i usually can wait until next meal. So far i have 2cc in my band and i have lost 76lbs total counting the 23lbs before band that i lost between march 2008 - may21 2008 when i got the band. The other 53lbs is after the band. Im also do for my one a month friend and have had 3 lbs creep back on . I work out everyday also.... so since im working out alot could that be why im more hungery? Or just i need another fill? And if its another fill... is it too soon to get another one? Any advice would be wonderful!!! ~~jessica

You getting some counseling before the band and after is going to be very important for you. If u wanna be healthy... u gotta see its just not the body that needs the help, but also the way ur mind works to deal with problems. Best of luck! ~~jessica

Dont worry! I had a doc who did maybe aroudn 10-15 before me and im doing wonderful! He was a very kind and understanding man who has put together a wonderful program of support for ppl who have had the surgery or are looking into it. These docs know the human body... youll be fine! Go get ur band and start ur life over again! ~~jessica

The only itching issue i ever had was from the strips they place over the cuts to help u heal. If ur itching there then use a cold pack... it helps.

Yes ppl can stop losing weight for a bit. I know your busy with life but if u can you should try this . Work out to ur target heart rate for 4 mins use this link to find out what it is... Target Heart Rate Easy Online Calculator | Active.com then once you hit 4 mins at ur target rate back down to Recommend heart rate for 2 mins. and then back to the target one. do this over and over for ur work out. This is a great way to recharge ur body to start the weight loss again. Im starting this today . Also go to a walmart or sports store and buy a ecg accurate strapless heart rate watch. Follow this link to see what im talking about .Mio Ultimate ECG Accurate Strapless Heart Rate Watch with FREE shipping included. I bought mine for $37.00 at walmart. best of luck! ~~jessica

Call your docs office today and ask. How long have u been working with them for? Have u been trying to lose weight? From my understanding most insurances want you to lose weight before hand and you need to lose some weight before to shrink your liver so the surgery is easier to do. Depending on the size of ur liver depends how much they open you up. But... not every doc is the same and that goes for insurance as well im sure. If you dont know... call that doc up. Ur paying him to do his job... this is part of it. Best of luck! ~~jessica

yeah i usually work out everyday but im still pretty sore from the gall bladder being removed. ty for the help!

So i got my band in may this year and im doing pretty good. Started at 343lbs and im at 278lbs now. And this past friday I had my gall bladder out also... so anyways now u know a lil background on me... heres the real questions. I have been having a small issue with cravings. Since im out of work this week and cant do much im kinda sitting around the house... i feel like i am giving into food and cravings more then i should be. Now im not getting crazy where im eating fast food non stop or candy.. but i am making some poor food choices. Can someone offer some tips , tricks or even support to help me get my butt back on track? thanks ahead! ~~jessica

Wishing you all the best and dont forget to follow what ur doc says to do 110% and ull be a new person very soon!

WOW guys ty for all the info and support! I wish you all the best and much more!! ~~jessica

So i have been doing pretty well with weight loss so far. I stay on track for the most part and im happy. But now... i have gained back about 2lbs in 2 days? How?? Im working out more then ever this week... Im still watching what i eat also. Could this be due from an on coming " once a month friend" ? Im about to freak out. This is the only reason i can think this is happening to me. I hope someone out there knows some helpful info on this so i can go to my doc if i need to. ~~jessica :biggrin:

Im trying so hard to stick to 2 oz ( 1/4 ) b/c i think that would be best for weight loss. But as of this week i know its gonna be very hard to do it. I think im gonna have to move it up to 4 oz ( 1/2 cup ) and contact my doc. thanks for the input! ~~jessica

I was banded may 21st 2008 and got my 1st fill last monday. For that week i was able to eat just 2 oz of food and was happy. Now im in a bad spot... im able to eat more. So whats the deal? why is this happening? Im still trying to eat 2 oz but its hard. Im not longer happy with 2 oz. Should i get another fill sooner then my next doc appointment? I think the next time i see him is around mid aug. Some advice would be great im kinda getting down on myself. ~~jessica

Thanks for the info! Im now wondering is there liquid vitamins out there that fit our needs?? ~~jessica

Does anyone know if it is okay to take pill form meds now? I had the lap band may 21st 2008 and i have one fill with 1cc in my band. I keep forgetting to ask my docs about this. Im sure i should be taking some kinda of vitamins but im not sure if pill form is allowed for us. If they are i would like to start taking them right away. Also if you can make and suggustions on what ones are best for our bodies that would be great! thanks ahead! ~~jessica

SURE DO!! I'm a lil power house now! All the fat i have stored over the years is really stored Energy !! I try to eat about 2 oz of food for each meal and I got for protein over anything. Since i gave up soda and other crappy food i feel so much better. And having energy is never an issue for me. ~~jessica :teeth_smile: