Valstal

Hello - FYI - I also have the Realize band, and my doctor told me that it can hold 12cc's. So ...maybe there are different sizes. I currently have 5cc's in my band and just about 4 months. Don't have total restriction, but I think I am getting there.

I have the realize band - My doctor told me that it holds between 10-12 cc's. Keep in mind this is one the I have as there may be different ones as well. Follow-up with your doc and ask a lot of questions.

Hi all - I am enjoying reading through all of the recipes. I was just banded and still on the liquid stage, but I was just wondering, how do you keep track of your Protein intake. We need 60 grams a day. Do you actually keep a journal? Weigh your foods? Obviously I am thinking ahead now cause it easy now tracking protein because I am drinking the shakes, but once I start with real foods I am nervous about this. Thanks!

I was banded on 11/24 and also have the intense shoulder pain. It is annoying and it hurts! I notice that it starts as soon as I even start to sip water and have the protein drink. Massaging helps it a little. My doctor told me that it is from the hiatel hernia repair I had also during my banding. I am now nervous that this is going to last a month or longer reading all the posts...ahhh!!:thumbup:

Hello: I am also from Long Island and was banded on 11/24. I am feeling ok, getting better each day. How many liquids are you taking each day? Do you have any pain, shortness of breath?

I had my surgery on 11/24 and also had a hiatel hernia repaired. I beleive that most of the pain and discomfort is from that. It is getting better each day. I have a lot of gas and am burping a lot and have some soreness in my belly at incision sites. I am moving around very well. I al also having some slight shoulder pain. Having a hard time gettting the Protein down.

Hi - I was just banded on 11/24/08. I am still recovering and having a lot of gas and some pain, but getting better each day. I am on the clear liquid diet and have just been having diluted apple juice, Water , and can get down a little of the Protein drink. Seems like you guys shared a lot of great recipes and was wondering if you could share a few with me , for all stages, looking forward to eating some soup! You can private message me or email me at bongcivic@excite.com Thanks so much! I appreciate your help. I live in NY so there is a traders joe near me!

Getting banded on November 24th! I am excited! Congrats to those already banded! How are you feeling? How were the first few days after surgery? Are you hungry?

Hi Mike - I am from Long Island. I am being banded this Monday, November 24th with Dr. Braithwaite at Winthrop University Hospital. Best of luck to you. I am getting a bit nervous as the date is getting closer, but I am also excited and even more excited to see some results! Best of luck to you!

Hello All: My name is Valerie. I have finally made the decision to get banded. I have begun the processof attending the seminar, group meetings, and have had all of my pre-surgical requirements completed. I see the doctor this Friday (10/17) to set my surgery date. Hoping to have in November. I am really looking forward to it and meeting others who are going through this process with me.