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Hi Bob, It's good that you are aware of the need to get back on track. I have fallen off the wagon myself at times. In my opinion, it would be best to start with something like The Five Day Pouch Test. Basically you go back to liquids then progress to pureed food, etc. I have done that a couple of times and it seems to get my mind back on track. There is something you can buy on that site but I have found enough info on there to do it without buying anything. I hope that helps! Becky <><

Hi Lisa! I'm still here! I am doing more lurking and less posting these days though. Becky <><

Thanks so much for posting this! What kind of Protein shakes do you drink? Thanks! Becky <><

Hi Lisa! I love reading your food log here. Congrats on the size 14 jeans. You are doing a great job. Keep up the great work! Becky <><

Hi Amy!!! I have had 2 fills so far (at the end of August and the end of September). I have 3.6cc in my band. I was scheduled to go in for another fill at the beginning of November but I called and cancelled the appointment. My doctor had told me that I'd know I was at the right restriction when I was satisfied by eating small meals and stayed satisfied for several hours. I feel like I am in the "sweet spot" now. I have met that criteria but I really don't have any foods that get "stuck" or I PB with. I do restrict breads. I have found a low card tortilla that I like though. I mostly restrict my breads because of my insulin resistance not necessarily because of my band. I have been off my Glucophage since I got banded and I want to keep it that way. I have lost about 51 pounds so far. Best wishes! Becky <><

Lisa, Thanks so much for posting your recipes! I can't wait to try them. Even though I don't post my food log each day, I do read the posts here - very inspiring! :wink2: God bless!

Hi Lisa! I hope your son is feeling ok! Could you please share your recipe for the meatballs you make? Thanks so much! God bless! Becky <><

Here's mine: Lap-Band Life 4 Me. Best wishes! Becky <><

I like SparkPeople.com. The site is free and easy to navigate. It has a lot of nice features like customizing your own goals (protein, calories, etc). They also have tons recipes.

That sounds like fun! I agree with you, I don't think it should be a "pounds lost" challenge but rather some aspect of healthy living with the band. Becky <><

My surgery date is July 27th Becky <><

I am having my surgery on July 27th. I'm very excited! I'm so glad we are here to support each other! Becky <><

Hi Carol, Dr. Ray banded my mother and my sister each within the last few months and they can't say enough good things about him. I went to Dr Colquitt a couple of years ago and I was very impressed by him too. I wasn't able to get the band then because of insurance issues. Now the insurance issues have been resolved (hopefully) and when I went back to the office I decided to go with Dr Ray based on the great experience my mom and sister had with him. I have also done pretty extensive research on their office and I feel very good about my decision to go there. I have been a nurse for a long time and my experience has been for the most part, you can find people who have great things and others who have terrible things to say about any doctor. As for me, I'm sticking with Dr Ray. Hope that helps! Becky <><

I bought "My Fitness Coach" for my husband. We had tried out the WiiFit but weren't overly impressed and decided not to spend the money for it. I read the reviews for "My Fitness Coach" on Amazon before I bought it & we have been very happy with it. It personalizes a workout routine for you and lets you pick what type of workout to do. It also lets you add in other exercise you have done, such as walking, swimming, etc so you can keep track of that too. I hope that helps! Becky <><