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I've been banded since 2008 but haven't been adjusted for approx. 7 years or so. Lately, after eating anything even drinking I am getting the sensation that I want to throw up and lots of gurgling and just feeling plain miserable. I also experience reflux at night which I had not in years. Has anyone else experience this and have you been seen for it? If, so what was the cause?

I had a major unfill several months ago and I have NO desire to be filled again. Although I have been unfilled 2cc's, I still sometimes get stuck because my band tightens at time. Anytime I have had a fast food burger, I don't enjoy them at all so I don't waste my time or money. The most I eat at a fast food restaurant is Wendy's chili and most of the time it's because I've been on the run and it's easy to eat while driving and full of protein or I'll have a cone from McDonalds.

That's pretty darn scary! Be careful!

Someone had a animated graphic of a fat woman that changes to a small woman. Does anyone know where i can find that? Any help finding that would be appreciated.

Once you have been working out both cardio and strength training, you will begin to notice more evident changes in clothing. Hang in there. It doesn't happen overnight. Congrats on the weight loss thus far.

@jr don't forget to increase your cardio. That will do it!

I will tell you what my trainer tells me; increase the incline on the treadmill and increase the speed. I walk on the treadmill at an incline of 7 at a speed of 3.2. I feel it in my butt and hips. An hour of cardio per day and at least strength 3x per week.

YES! I most certainly snack. Because of the fact that those of us who are restricted are only able to eat small amounts, I believe it is important that we not allow ourselves to become ravenous! I eat a small snack in between meals if it's no more than celery with peanut butter or laughing cow cheese, whole grain tortilla with natural peanut butter and sliced bananas or a serving of cottage cheese with a peach, pear or pineapple. My only recommendation is that it be well proportioned with complex carbs and protein and make it healthy. The idea is to eat frequently to prevent hunger pangs, and to keep your energy levels consistent which in turn will increase and speed up your metabolism.

Last night I had salad and a vegetable/barley mix, nothing out of the ordinary. It sat in my pouch uncomfortably for hours causing me to have to sit up in a chair all night. Today, I've had very few calories which isn't good because I am working out so much. I had something as simple as crackers with hummus that made me feel sick and then for dinner a small hamburger with mixed vegetables that made me feel sick as well. My NP has taken .5 cc's out, then 1 cc and I don't remember the 3rd one. I actually felt alright for the first few weeks and then all at once I am too tight again. It's unexplainable and quite frustrating to say the least.

I have had 3 unfills due to being too tight. I get the unfill and I feel fine for a moment and then, all of a sudden I'm too tight again. I am now experiencing this for the 4th time and it's quite frustrating. Why does the band just tighten for no apparent reason? It leaves me feeling so sick and miserable, although I haven't vomited. If anyone else has experienced this, please explain some possible reasons and/or solutions.

My trainer has a protein powder that has 56 grams of protein per serving. I got it from the Health Spot but you can get it from www.oznutrition.com. It tastes really good too. I also purchased a whole food vitamin from the Health Spot called "New Chapter Supplements for Women" New Chapter. They also have them for Men. I also buy their fish oil. I have NO trouble taking any of these products.

OMG that sounds wonderful! I'm on a fast from meat right now and this has me drooling!!!