SRT8
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One more thing, I was really concerned about losing the weight so fast. I'd rather lose it a bit more slowly, however, I am grateful that is did come off.
I have to say the funniest thing is when I put on smaller the pants/shorts/jeansI notice that the waist is so much smaller than before and they are still loose!
Or that I have lost so much of my fat behind that the cuffs drag on the floor; my inseam has changed. Also, I don't need to wear extra wide shoes.
My total weight loss is 82 pounds to date. I stopped using the ticker b/c I kept screwing it up.
One more thing, I didn't switch to solid food until recently. I mostly ate Soups and Protein Meal Replacements. This probably explains the initial weight loss as well as the slowing of my weight loss.
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Yes, but I may have finally hit a plateau. I am also hitting weights a bit harder.
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Fortunately, I'm past most complications. If I had a problem with the band, I would likely consult with my PCP and follow her direction. Give yourself some time. Once you get use to the band you'll rarely notice it! Best wishes!
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I think most dr.s are OK. There is one in Albany, however, all all very expensive. The dr. in Albany charges around $17,000 and has only done about 400 operations. My dr. in Juarez Mexico had performed nearly 5,000 operations for $7,500. I had no complications.
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Last try!
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I'll try this ticker one more time.
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Thanks for the info 2GoodDogs.
My exercise routine:
MWF 30 minutes on a recumbent bike plus weight training.
TTH 45 minutes on the bike only.
Diet:
MetRx MRP for Breakfast (sometimes a serving of oatmeal, with honey)
Snack: Sugarfree Jello or Sugarfree Jello pudding, sometimes a serving of applesause or some type of fruit
Lunch: Something vegetarian plus Protein or if I'm in a hurry I'll have a Clif Builder's Bar (20g protein)
Dinner: Sometimes Soup but usually whatever my wife cooks for the kids: I just have a smaller portion.
Before bed: 20g to 40g MetRx protein. Sometimes Beverly International protein or Universal.
Vitamin: Bariatric Advantage wafers.< /p>
Water: Throughout the day and especially after protein.
I sometimes feel that 80 pounds in 3 months may be too much, but on the other hand I'm glad it's gone! :omg_smile:
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I had my surgery on May 29, 2008 in Juarez, Mexico. It cost me $7,500 since my insurance company did not want to pay anything.
I started out at 327 pounds. As of today I am 245. My goal is 185 pounds so I have about 40 to go. I have had no fills!
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I had my surgery in Juarez, Mexico at a cost of $7,500. All is well. I have had NO fills.
My surgery was on May 29, 2008.
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Hi folks! I'm in Thomasville, or T'ville for short.
I was banded on May 29, 2008 in Juarez, Mexico. The procedure was not as expensive as local physicians.
I have had no fills. Here is my progress to date:
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I really haven't had any problems. I eat just about what I want, albeit in very small portions.
I do start each day with 5-600 crunches, 30 or 45 minute bike ride, and weightlifting every other day. When I started I wore a size 56 suit. I had some old size 42 pants in the closet and now THEY are about 4 inches too big. I'll try to wait until I am closer to my goal before purchasing any clothes.
Good luck to all!
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I haven't posted in a while, but I feel fine and I am doing fine. Here is my progress to date:
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I was banded on May 29th by Dr. Rodriguez in Juarez, Mexico. So far, everything is goig OK.
By the way, I paid for the surgery with my American Express and because of the exchange rate, I paid a little less than $7000 USD.
I've lost a few pounds post surgery and I am on full liquids, although I tend to use more Clear Liquids.
I really haven't been very hungry, but I stay on top of my Water intake.
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The Soups weren't too bad. I kept getting a variety of Campbell's Soup. I really didn't get too tired, but I kept everything spread out. For example, around 7 am or 8 am I would have the MetRx MRP; around 10 am I would have a Protein Bar that has 20g of Protein (Clif Builder's Bar); at noon I would have the soup; around 3 pm I would have another protein bar; between 5 pm and 6 pm I would have soup again. Before bed, if I felt hungry, or didn't get enough protein, I would make a shake with MetRx Ultramyosen Protein. (One other thing about protein, sometimes I'd mix it with non-fat milk or just water.) I supplemented the soup (depending upon the number of calories in the soup) with a serving of apple sauce and/or no-carb Jello; Water, spiked with Crystal Light Hydration or Green Tea On-The-Go packets.
There were times I ate a lot less than this b/c I wasn't hungry, but I thought I should try to get to 1,000 calories per day.
Like most anything else, once you get used to the band, eating is not too hard. Every now and then I do miss chips and other type Snacks, but when I put my smaller clothes on, I overcome that urge.
Good luck to you!