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I was wondering when your surgery was. We are very similar in starting weight and in goal weight, but you are way head of me. I am only at 275. Thanks so much, Dot

'Ericka, My advice is protein, protein, protein. My BMI was 54 when I started and is 40 now, 10 months after surgery. I still have a long way to go, but it seems manageable now. I drink a lot of Propel. I was a diet coke addict, but I think they were involved with my not losing. My best to you, Dot:thumbup:

Boy I think you are doing great. My surgeon had me only lose 5 lbs before surgery. I did have a liquid diet for 6 weeks after surgery. I am at 10 months post surgery. I have lost 72 lbs. but have 75 left to lose, so not quite 1/2 way there. I have had 3 adjustments in my band and think it is working well now. I hava had several set backs, but still lose a pound about every 12-14 days. It is slow, but I am much healthier. No more diabetes drugs, all with diet now. :cool: Hope to hear from more of us who have so much to lose, Dot

Hi, all, I have not posted for sometime. I am working very hard right now. I am continuing to lose slowly (between .75 and 1 lb per week). I feel very good. Can even walk some on my very bad knees without constant pain. I take the lapband vitamins. I like their convenience and my doctor gives a discount. It is so good to see so many new people. Please check in here often. These ladies and gentlemen have been my life line during darker times. I was stuck for awhile and several of you suggested upping my protein and it worked. My hairdresser says it is the lack of protein that causes hair loss. Well again thank you all. Dot Banded 9/29/2009 Lost 63 lbs, 77 more to go!

Joe, I know how you are feeling; in our kitchen are 3 different kinds of chips and nothing really for me to eat. My husband and I go away this weekend. I am starting with new resolve and buying healthy snacks on the way home! - Banded 9-29-2008 BMI 54 Present BMi 41 lost 61 lbs

Hi, all, I am struggling with eating things I shouldn't right now and my weight is going up and down 1 to 3 lbs. I know I need to be strong, but there are so many things that tempt me right now. Stress is high as I have my daughter back home going to beauty school. We took out a loan for her to go and I am worried she will not follow through. I have always been such an anxious eater! It is good to be able to write this down and talk to you all, thanks, Dot Banded 9-29-2008 Highest weight: 350 Present weight: 283 Lowest: 279 (last week!)

Kygie, I am so sorry about your assualt. I hope you have seen your doctor. They know best. You are doing great. Keep up the good work and get help! Dot

Hi, Dot, from anther Dot! I was worried about my insurance also, I had to go through 9 mos, but Aenta finally approved me. I have heard that Aetna does that. Good luck to you and glad to have you here.

Helene, I am so glad you are ok. The weight in the hospital is often from IV's and kidneys working more slowly. It will come off. Do not worry!! On my personal note. Not doing so well, I am eating too much. Our daughter is moving back home (after 3 years in a very destructive relationship). I am so glad she is leaving the relationship, but I am missing our privacy and our quiet way of life. Emo eating going on big time here. I have gained 2 lbs of the 59 I had lost back. I have to get my head straight about this. So glad I have this site. Thank you all. Dot

Daisy, I have missed this some place. Why are you having the sleeve done? You have lost all your weight, right? Are you having trouble with the band? I do not mean to be noisy, but I missed this somewhere along the way. Thank you, Dot Banded 9/29/2008 Lost 59 lbs since banding 110 more to go

Helene (Katie) I hope you are home soon and this ordeal is over. Prayers and Love, Dot

I have so much more to lose that the rest of you, my original BMI was 54. I have lost 59 since 9/29/08 (banding) and 6 pounds before that. I think you all are dong terrific. I still have over 100 lbs to lose, so i know it will take me at least 18months. But I am ok with it. Good luck to all, Dor