lachdanon

Hello everyone. I'm a band patient about 5 years out. I've not been back here in a while. I need to get myself back on track and being involved with other folks is the best way. Let's start the new year off right Lach

Hi there I'm a band patient 5 years out living in cincy

Hi there, I was banded last year. Last year March, I weighed 441 lbs and could barely walk half a city block. It was horrible. Now 13 months after my banding, I am able to walk for a few miles. I am not embarrassed to be seen outside and even on a bad day, I feel better than I've felt in years! This was by far the best thing I've done in 20+ years. I love the way I feel now and what i am able to do. I am able to play my guitar again without my stomach getting in the way. Life is so much better =)

hi all I also love Leslie. She helped me get the ball rolling with my exercise program. I starting my journey at 441 lbs. It was tough at first but just stick with it and you will see results. I would also only exercise in my home too. I was to embarrassed to go outside. That feeling has gone away as I've lost weight. just broke 200lbs lost earlier this week. Don't hesitate to shoot me a PM if you have any questions. Craig

I'm also interested in hearing what other people know about this too. Lach

Like Happy2Lose, I am also doing 1000 calories a day. Self imposed but it is helping my weight loss. Lots of good information here, but make sure you are being safe and getting the proper nutrients. Craig

sounds good. Do you know the nutritional info so I can log it? Craig

Hey everyone =) checking the thread again today - B- Kroger carbmaster yogurt snack 1 - breakstones cottage cheese Lunch - Sausage And Ricotta Giardiniera (from eating well after weight loss surgery) snack 2 - carbmaster yogurt dinner - tangy swordfish with tomatoes. (eating well ...) I love this book, I spend more money of food, but the food so far has been really really good. I highly recommend this to any and everyone Lach

Hi there and thanks for the warm welcome everyone =) I live ohio and there is grocery store here called Krogers. I get their Carbmaster brand of yogurt. I love the flavors and it has 12g of protein per 6oz cup. It really cool to see what other people are eating on this journey=) Lach

I bought this book after my operation and I highly highly recommend it. I have been eating out of it almost every night. I think this is something every person who has the operation should have. I picked it up on Amazon. I cant rave about it enough. Craig

Hi everyone, I'm new to this thread. Lots of great stuff here. I will be following it closely. Today I've had - b- carbmaster yogurt s - 2% cottage cheese L - low carb bariatric chicken faijita - 1 wrap s - carbmaster yogurt d - chicken with oriental mushrooms s- carbmaster yogurt Have a great one =) Lach

HI there I understand what you mean about getting bored with mushies. I was the same way. Something that I tried was the blenderized tuna or chicken. I was really apprehensive about it but it wasnt bad and still kept the same flavor. Also try cream of wheat or mashed potatoes. If you like yogurt that can also go down well too. hope that helps and congrats on your recent banding =) Lach

LazyLoops - That is great that you reward yourself like that. I bet it must taste awesome =) It's nice to be able to look forward to a yummy food like that.

JulieM I can so relate to what you are saying. At least we can eat with our family and friends there and still make healthy choices

When I go there I get their egg beaters and turkey sausage. I find that works for me and its something I know I can eat when I'm out.

Padanelle You can locate them here. BB Vitamins | Bariatric Vitamin supplements and Gastric Bypass Vitamins Have a great holiday :smile2:

Love Unjury! It's a constant item in my weight loss journey. The unflavored is good to add protein to just about anything and the chocolate it so good! Its like having some nestle's chocolate quick if you use vanilla soy milk. Even with just plain water its good too =)

Thanks Anne! I will have to try making my own crispy tortillas. It sounds like it would be really really good. I will have to try it this weekend. I agree that Sabra is the best brand. Wonderful flavors etc. Jlray - If you've never tried it, certainly do yourself a favor and try it. I think you will be very pleased with it. Most grocery stores typically have it. Certainly go and ask for it. Let us know what you think of it :smile Craig

Luluc How do you make yours? I would also be interested in how you do this. Thanks craig

Thanks everyone for the great tips! I agree with you Mindy, I am trying to stay away from bad carbs like you are. For the most part I eat a pretty low carb diet. I am on solids. I am about 10 weeks out. Dont want to go against my Dr's and Nutritionist orders. I haven't tried it with veggies yet. I will try that. I typically have hummus about every night, just dont want to the guilt from the wraps. I will try the veggies tomorrow. Thanks for all the great advice everyone =) I appreciate it. Craig

I have been craving carbs for a little while now and my nutritionist said it would be okay for me to have tricuits. While I enjoy them (rosemary and olive oil) at 120 calories and 20 grams of carbs I dont want to do that to myself. I wanted to know if using a low carb wrap 50 calories and 10 grams of carbs would be okay on a banded stomach. I am also really enjoying hummus too. Is anyone using this snack combo and how are you enjoying it? Thanks =)

Let me know how the new mix goes. It sounds like it would be yummy =)

Like Carriemc78 I use livestrong.com. I sync it to my iphone and use it all the time. Keeps me honest with my eating and fitness too. Hope that helps. Craig

Hi there I was banded in April and supposed to receive my first fill a month after my operation. Due to some issues with them not being able to find the port I didnt have my first fill until yesterday 6 weeks after my operation. It was about time! Hope that helps. Craig

Any nutritional info or where could I put the recipe in to calculate it? Thanks much =)