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Willowglen

LAP-BAND Patients
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  1. Willowglen

    Roller Coasters and Airplanes

    well, I will find out soon as I am flying non-stop from Raleigh to Vegas, its about 4 hours
  2. I had an aqaunitence come up to me and pat me on the stomach and remark how fat I was, I said I knew I was fat but could lose some weight and be thin, I went on to say there is nothing you can do to not be an asshole.
  3. Could you state exactly what his experience is? I only know that he is a smooth talker

  4. Willowglen

    WHY are people voting for McCain?

    What exactly has Obama ever accomplished? What legislation do he write and get passed??
  5. Willowglen

    B12 Shortage

    There is also a B12 prescription that can be taken nasally(mist) once a week
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    I am confused and need help to understand

    I am on the road quite a bit for my job and also just did 4 weekends ina row on conventions. There are plenty of healthy choices if you look for them or plan ahead. The band is just a tool, the rest is up to you. I am 7 weeks out and have lost 41#. I am committed to being fit by next spring. I would make an appointment with a nutrionalist and review what you are eating and some of your on the road options
  7. Willowglen

    Olive Garden NOT accomadating!!

    We eat at The Macaroni Grill, they happily let us get one entree, they split it in the kitchen and do not charge for an extra plate
  8. Willowglen

    2008 National Lap-Band Conference

    Yes, As that is only a few hours away, I may attend that one
  9. Willowglen

    How do you beat stress to achieve weight loss?

    There is a small lake near where I live, it has a paved walking path all the way around. One time around is about 3 miles and really relaxes me being outside and enjoying nature.
  10. Willowglen

    B12 Shortage

    I am taking Bariactric Fusion which is a flavored chewable that includes viatamins, calcium and B12 all in one tab. I take two in the morning and two in the afternoon. They were recommended by my doctor. Bariatric Fusion - Post gastric bypass surgery nutrition created by a bariatric surgery team.
  11. Willowglen

    First Fill Stories!

    I have had three unsusselful attemps at a fill. They poke and prod and have left me sore and bleeding. I am now told that in 4 weeks they will try again with ultra sound. My weight loss is still good so the Dr. isnt as concerned as I am
  12. Willowglen

    Husband Worried...

    You are at more of a risk from complications due to being over weight than the actual lap band surgery. There are several great books on Amazon to help both of you with this. I would recommend Lap Band Companion for him. I am 56 and had my first ever surgery ( knee) just a few months before Lap Band. I have never beed hospitalizeed and yes I was worried. Get some books on the subject .
  13. you will feel good as the pounds leave and people start noticing the transformation. Get the faith and dont hesitate to message me anytime

    Bob

  14. Willowglen

    Do you attend support meetings?

    I attend the support group here in Raleigh monthly. They have different speakers and also break the group in two groups, one for bypass and one for Lapband where discussion and questions flow in a roundtable format.
  15. Willowglen

    need help with low-cost healthy recipes

    Sea Bass is a very mild fish
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    2008 National Lap-Band Conference

    Could you post the information regarding the dates and location for Houston pleae. I did a search but couldnt find it. I did find a bariactric cruise for next spring, anyone from the forum going on the cruise? http://bsciresourcecenter.com/SGLUpdates/BariCruise_Flyer.pdf
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    2008 National Lap-Band Conference

    You are correct, I wasnt there and didnt taste the food, but I have been in the position before of explaining why the food was cold, not enough of it or poor choices. I still say the food is secondary for a convention, go for the networking and education. Then, if you dont like the food, go to a restaurant that you like.
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    2008 National Lap-Band Conference

    I did not attend the event but I do hold a convention and other meetings yearly on a regular basis. People do not attend a convention with the expectation of great foor or even large portions, they come for networking and knowledge. What ever the menu is, there will always be someone that didnt like the choices. The question people need to ask is: why should I attend and what will I benefit from attending?>
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    2008 National Lap-Band Conference

    Do you have a date and location for the next event?
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    Why am I not losing weight??

    Hi There I am just over 5 weeks out from banding. I have stuck strictly to the diet that was given by my Doctor. The day after surgery I walked one mile and the next day I walked three miles. At three weeks out I statred going to the gym for one hour and rotating walking 3-6 miles the next day. I have been drinking 64-90 oz. of water a day and am dowm almost 40#. I know it can be discouraging but you need to work hard to shed the pounds.
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    Good-bye 3!

    Excellany job! Keep up the hard work, I hope to be under"3' ine about 2-3 more weeks.
  22. Willowglen

    Raleigh, NC

    Hi All I live in North Raleigh and was banded on August 28, 2008 by Dr. Enochs. I am just about 5 weeks out and have lost about 35 pounds. I would love to hear from some others livving in Raleigh:thumbup:
  23. Willowglen

    Repositioning port

    I am a little over 5 weeks out and have had two vists for a fill and was told they cant locate it. I am seeing the Doctor next Thursday. If in fact mine needs re-positioning, what is the procedure?
  24. I went in today for my first fill and was told that they couldnt find the port and it may have twisted to its side. I have an appointment next Thursday with the doctor to re-look at my port. Has anyone heard of this and what am I facing next???:w00t:
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    Can't find the port?

    How did they reflip the port?

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