Puna Teri

I can relate to this also Marie. I give it right back to them," Oh I don't think I will, do you? When I've got all this great support and positive feedback , from people like you. Or, I make up statistics, like, " statistics show there are at least one obese women in every office, I wonder who will be taking my place"! I find laughter is the best medicine . And I have found tons of humo , in what comes out of the mouths of ignorant, rude, and self absorbed people. Don't let anyone that shallow rob you of one once of your joy. You will succeed, and don't let anyone tell you differently !

I have tried to learn from all the bandsters that have proceeded me. I am 5 days out of surgery, feel great , didn't have any complications. I used all the tricks I read for helping the gas pain and they worked great, didn't have any pain, and got rid of the gas the first three days , by walking and using gas x. I was even able to empty out on the morning of the 3rd day, by having a cup of organic Kona coffee and a shot of half & half. I'm not hungry, but I have been eating a cup of healthy soup, for one meal a day and then a couple of protein drinks along with sipping water all day and into the evening . I have been a very slow weight loser, before surgery,but I have really firmed and toned by swimming everyday, have to be away from that for a couple of weeks, so I'm walking at least a mile a day. My new goal is to add at least a 1/2 hour every day,of weight resistance. I need to build more muscle to start really burning those calories. I have no doubt, I am going to reach my goals, one day at a time. Thanks to all, for sharing, I will definetly continue to pass it forward !

I have tried to learn from all the bandsters that have proceeded me. I am 5 days out of surgery, feel great , didn't have any complications. I used all the tricks I read for helping the gas pain and they worked great, didn't have any pain, and got rid of the gas the first three days , by walking and using gas x. I was even able to empty out on the morning of the 3rd day, by having a cup of organic Kona coffee and a shot of half & half. I'm not hungry, but I have been eating a cup of healthy soup, for one meal a day and then a couple of protein drinks along with sipping water all day and into the evening . I have been a very slow weight loser, before surgery,but I have really firmed and toned by swimming everyday, have to be away from that for a couple of weeks, so I'm walking at least a mile a day. My new goal is to add at least a 1/2 hour every day,of weight resistance. I need to build more muscle to start really burning those calories. I have no doubt, I am going to reach my goals, one day at a time. Thanks to all, for sharing, I will definetly continue to pass it forward !

Whatever you call me (February 9th 2004), just make sure it includes, on my way to thinner !!! Best wishes to all the February bandsters !

It's ironic that after all the false hopes, my surgery ended up in February, after all. To all of you that proceed me, make it easy on yourself, just go with the flow ! And for anyone out there, that believes in prayer, just send one out for Puna Teri, at !0 A.M. Hawaii time , Monday the 9th of February !:blushing:

It's ironic that after all the false hopes, my surgery ended up in February, after all. To all of you that proceed me, make it easy on yourself, just go with the flow ! And for anyone out there, that believes in prayer, just send one out for Puna Teri, at !0 A.M. Hawaii time , Monday the 9th of February !:toetap05:

I started using the sleep apnea machine about a year and a half ago. I can't say I've lost a noticeable amount of weight because of the machine. However it has made an incredible improvement in my energy and well being. I currently swim everyday, I walk, I'm getting more and more active as time goes by. I have lost weight and inches because I now have the energy to move. I am having my surgery on Feb. 9th. The medical staff tells me, the chances are strong, I won't need the machine , once I've lost the weight. The machine is hard for a lot of people to get used to using. For me, I feel it saved my life, now I have the energy to continue living a healthy lifestyle with the added tool, of the band, to drop the weight. Good Luck to you

Volcano Lady is my friend, we started the lap band program at the same time. For me, I have been waiting two years to get this surgery done. I'm still waiting for my call from the surgeon. Kaiser has put us through so many hoops, I'm fed up ! Now I hear this unnessary horror story my friend just had to endure, and I don't know what to do. I was supposed to be called for my surgery in December also, and all I've gotten is the run around. After all this time, I'm second guessing everything, if this is a sign, maybe I shouldn't do the surgery. I've lost confidence in Kaisers bariatric team and I just don't know what to do or think at this point. I'm so close and yet I've never felt this fearful and unsure since I first requested to get into the program. :thumbup:

I would definetly listen to the people who responded, exercise is the key. I was diagnosed with sleep apnea a year ago. It definetly was a contributing factor to my weight gain, with depression and other health issues. Treating the condition has definetly been beneficial for my health and the ability to start functioning normally. But it was getting back to swimming, which I love, that limbered me up enough, after 5 months, to include walking a mile and the newest addition, a half hour in the evening on the total gym. Thats my daily routine. When I physically can't do one , for any reason, I have two other forms of exercise to fall back on. I feel great ! No weight loss yet. But like many of the bloggers said, I have lots of fat, that has turned to muscle and I've gone down 2 sizes because of inch loss. l I'm ready for my surgery in about 6 weeks. While my incisions are healing, I can still walk and keep up some of my strength training on the total gym . For myself , success has not come with shortcuts, I've had to do the work to enjoy the benefits. It's a great advantage to have so many mentors on this forum. Thank you

Yes, actually , the directions come with it. You tilt your head to the side, the water actually comes out the other side of your nostril. I know it sounds weird, but it it actually clears your nose out , so good that my passages were clear after one time, then whenever I'm starting to feel stuffed up again, I use it. They cost between $10 & $15 , and they do sell them online also. Get well soon !

Have you heard of the Netti Pot ? Almost all the pharmacies carry them, since Dr. Oz talked about it on Oprah . It looks like a little genie teapot. You put warm salt water in it, tilt your head and it clears out both sides of your nose. I have severe allergies, and it's helped me considerably.

Since the doctors ant us o take this particular diet shake before surgery, do you know why it isn't covered by our drug copay ?

After a disappointing visit on the 28th of October, I spoke to several of the people on the bariatric team, it seemed to no avail. Bingo, today they told me the Bariatric doctor was going to present me to the surgeon, which means I should have a date very soon. This is very encouraging , because I was told I would be waiting until Febuary, after already being on a waiting list for 14 months and an additional 5 month bariatric program, to date. I CAN't tell you how excited I am.:mad2::biggrin::wub::biggrin:

After a disappointing visit on the 28th of October, I spoke to several of the people on the bariatric team, it seemed to no avail. Bingo, today they told me the Bariatric doctor was going to present me to the surgeon, which means I should have a date very soon. This is very encouraging , because I was told I would be waiting until Febuary, after already being on a waiting list for 14 months and an additional 5 month bariatric program, to date. I CAN't tell you how excited I am.:thumbup::biggrin::redface::biggrin:

Aloha Volcano Lady, just thought I'd give you a shout out, since I know it's you ! Thanks for being such a great partner, going through this. I can't wait to celebrate our success together.

I just thought I'd give you a shout out crazylady. I'm 58, I'm hoping to get banded in December, haven't heard yet. I have been diligently exercising and keeping my calories to around 1500. I gained 3 pounds since June. I was getting discouraged so I added a one mile walk to my 2 hours swimming aerobics everyday, then bought a Total Gym to get the weight resistance and firm up the flab. I started the new regime on the 23th last month, got on the scale 4 days ago, I dropped 19 pounds. I couldn't belive it, I weighed twice ! We all have different weight triggers, keep trying different things, that your comfortable with. I proved to myself consistancy works ! My prayers are with you.

That's what I'm talking about !!! This sounds like a keeper ! Thank You

Aloha Linda, The vanilla Adkins is 150 calories, the Whey protein I use ( 1 scoop) is 80 calories. That gives me 240 calories and 33 grams of protein for one meal. If I do 3 a day, that gives me 720 calories and 99 grams of protein. Now, I know the protien and calorie requirements vary with our doctors, so please follow your doctors recomendations. I have never been hungry when I use this formula, most often I only add the additional protein to the first 2 meals of the day, the 3rd shake still gives me 15 more grams of protien, making it 81 grams of protien for the day, and then I add in a soup if I just want a different taste. I also workout diligently everyday, I walk 1 mile and swimming aerobics for 2 hours. I just added the walking last month. I will see the results when I go in on the 28th of this month. I delibertly haven't weighed myself, because for me I don't want the numbers to discourage me. I feel better then I have in years, the swimming really limbered me up, to be able to walk, and the exercise has also cut my appetite. I feel like a racing horse, with blinders on, I will not let anything or anyone stop me from reaching my goal. I'm 58, 5' 9'', last weighed in at 301 pounds, goal 150. We can do this, find your niche and go for it ! I'm rooting for us, and so are 100's of people on this site.:biggrin:

Great suggestions and don't forget spices, cinnamon and nutmeg, not only have health boosters in them, but add great flavor too !

Thank you. I'll be fine. I got to air things out with my behaviarist today, which is part of the Kaiser bariatric program. I felt she understood what my concerns & frustrations were. I will share with the lap-band community in the near future. Your all a wonderful blessing.

Thank you for the encouragement, but I haven't got the surgery yet, I'm waiting to be presented. I haven't lost weight, but I've definetly lost inches and one size. You see, I diligently work out 20 1/2 hours a week. I walk 1 mile first thing in the morning and then 2 hour water auerobics, everyday, 7 days a week. I haven't felt physically this good in years. I've been sticking to around 1500 calories a day. I eat no whites, meaning sugar, flour,rice, potatoes etc. Just had a root canal and am having major dental work done, so I started on the liquid diet Friday and I'm staying on it until I go for my last program appt. on the 28th. I'm down, because of the Kaiser bariatric program I'm in. I gained 3 pounds since I had my bariatric orientation in June, but I ignored it, because I know I'm doing all the healthy good things I can do for my body, mind and spirit . Kaiser dietician told me if I didn't lose the 3 pounds by the 28th I wouldn't be presented to the surgeon. I intentionallly don't weigh myself before appointments, because I don't want the numbers to discourage me. I know being on the liquids I should have no problem losing 3 pounds, but if I don't, despite all the other positives, they are threatening me with more delays, I've already been waiting 2 years. This was a last resort, severe restriction of calories, otherwise I'd do it on my own. You are in my prayers, I know how difficult it is, and thousands have it far worse then me.

I am in my last month of my preop program with Kaiser. I'm very disheartened with some of the so called professionals in this program. I don't even know where to start, I guess I have to pray about it some more . Will try and share when I have a clearer mind.

:cry_smile: I am in my last month of my preop program with Kaiser. I'm very disheartened with some of the so called professionals in this program. I don't even know where to start, I guess I have to pray about it some more . Will try and share when I have a clearer mind.

I like that quote wicked me !

Thank you wins pretty woman. I've been finding more and more since I started looking, and for me variety is key. If the taste isn't right for me, I won't choke it down. I've got a good variety, thanks to ll your replys. It should get me through pre and post surgery.