Mary_Thompson

I was Banded on March 30th 2009, and at my appointment on wednesday for my 1st fill I was down 36.5lbs since surgery!!! :w00t: I started at 299.5:thumbdown: and now I am down to 263 in 7 weeks!!!!!! :wink2: I workout 5 days a week at the Gym at work, and I dont cheat on what Im suppose to eat, I drink atleast 64oz of Water a day most times its more. I cant wait to be in regular sized clothes. Im getting there but it seems like its going to take forever! lol

2 ounces low cal mozzarella cheese, shredded Garlic powder Italian seasonings 10 slices pepperoni, about 1/2 ounce [you dont HAVE to use pepperoni you could use other toppings I know that I cant eat Pepperoni.] Other toppings of your choice such as sausage, mushrooms, peppers, Ham. etc. * In a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, spread the cheese to cover the entire bottom of the pan. Sprinkle with your seasonings. When the cheese starts bubbling all over, add the toppings. Do not to overload the pizza or you'll have trouble later. Once the edges of the cheese start to brown, start gradually prying them up with a spatula. Once the edges are completely browned, and you can get your spatula under the whole thing, slide the pizza out of the pan and onto a plate. Let it stand a minute to allow the cheese to cool slightly and firm up. Cut with a pizza cutter or kitchen scissors into quarters. You should be able to pick this up with your hands to eat it. Makes 2 servings for bandsters Do not freeze * You will need to pre-cook your mushrooms and peppers before adding them to the pizza I Love this website this is where I get all my recipies from I just adjust them according to what I can eat. recipes - Home

NOOOO I didnt take any offence... I thought that I had changed that! lol I was going to change it to ground turkey and turkey bacon and low cal cheese, the olive oil mayo is low cal already.. Like I said I hadnt tried to make it yet I just saw it and thought it looked good...:thumbup:

Bacon Cheeseburger Quiche :thumbup: This low-carb dish is great for any meal and perfect for reheating. If you are looking for a healthier way to eat a cheeseburger, here is the answer. Ingredients: 1 lb very lean hamburger, or ground turkey 1 small onion, chopped 4 slices crisp cooked turkey bacon, chopped in bits 3 eggs 1/2 cup lite or olive oil mayonnaise 1/2 cup half and half 8 oz low cal. shredded cheddar or low cal. Swiss cheese Garlic powder to taste, optional White pepper Directions: Brown hamburger in skillet with onion. Remove and mix in bowl with bacon pieces, breaking up any larger clumps with a fork or pastry mixer to a fine mix. Drain well of grease and press into a deep dish pie pan then set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine remaining ingredients in mixer bowl and whip well. Pour mixture over beef crust and bake 40-45 minutes, or until top is browned and set. Cool 15-20 minutes before slicing. This can be packaged in plastic bags or containers for meals quickly microwaveable over the next 3-5 days. Does not freeze well. Number of Servings: 6 I havent made this yet but it looks to delishous not to share...

Pensacola Florida!

I was banded by Dr. Lord in march and I have to say he did awesome! he and his staff are very friendly and personable and I love going in there to see them!!

I was required to do a 4 day Liquid diet before surgery...It was hard but I did find a Protien shake that tastes just like chocolate milk, its called Muscle Milk...Its what I still drink after surgery, its really good and they have more flavors other thank chocolate. I hope all goes well for you, and I hope this helps!

OMGGGG....That sounds soooo good....lol

I Was just banded on March 30th 09 so I dont Have an after picture yet, But Here is my before picture! lol this was my preop pic my mom took...:sneaky:

Hello My name is Mary I am 23 years old I have a 3 year old daughter named Seylena ...I was banded on 03/30/2009 I am now down 24.5lbs in 2 weeks ...It has been so hard with the post-op diet because I have pretty much no restriction at all so I feel like I am starving all the time....I can't wait until I have my 1st fill on May 20th with 4.5cc's . Well I just wanted to say hello to everyone, I am excited to share my story and hear others stories as they go as well...any questions feel free I am a very open person!!

I am also getting my Band on Monday the 30th!!!! I am so excited it has been very hard with the Liquids but Ive done what I am needing to do though. let me know how yours goes!!!!

I am getting my Band on Monday the 30th as well!!! at 9:30am...I am so excited!!! I cant wait.