Stina28

I read an article last year about anyone above Oklahoma getting depressed in the winter time is due to the lack of Vitamin D from sun exposure. Last year I moved from TX to MO and could not figure out why I seem to get depressed easily.

So this week I started tanning. I know all the risks and comments people have on this and I am certainly not trying to persuade anyone else to do it. I am just stating that I read the article in Woman's Day and I am taking steps to hopefully not have the same experience.

Good luck at the doc!

Quest? I like it! After that... take over the world. muwhahahahha! :thumbdown:

Hello Everyone...

My nutristionist gave me some great advice... ORDER A GLASS OF ICE.... yup, at resturants just order ice. If you get thirsty bite on a piece of ice.

It's been working for me... I am the type that consumes most of my liquids when I am eatting.

Good luck everyone!

*Christina

Ok i hate the taste of Protein powder it's so gross. But from what i've heard you have to have Protein to burn fat and calories. So anyone know of a brand of Protein Powder that isn't gross or better yet how do i use it to help me!

Hey Ashley!

I got one for you... whey vanilla powder... 1 scoop, Dole frozen mixed fruit (has peaches, strawberries, mango and pineapple), orange juice and a splash of milk...

Blend all of that in a Magic Bullet.. I hate the taste of the powder and this has worked for me. Good luck to you :rolleyes2:

Ahhh... Applebee's! I love it... So this is what I learned... My BFF and I use to SHARE the boneless wings and the chocolate meltdown. No meal just an appetizer and a dessert... So I decide to look up the calorie content one day and found out we were "sharing" a total of 2500 calories. Keep in mind this was an appetizer and dessert, no main course.

On a side note... I love :rolleyes2: Starbucks Grande White chocolate Mocha... Ah, should have its own religion... Anywho, this lovely drink has a nice 500 calories..

Just some food "calories" for thought..

sterski , I think we must be made of the same mold. Banded July 14th, 2 fills and only 31 pounds. I work out daily and cut out all bread products... Its so stressful to see no change. I am going in for the 3rd fill next week but wanted to say you are not alone and eventually we will win the fight against our bodies. Good luck to you!

*Christina

OMG! I read this thread and I love Jillian on TBL... So I decided to buy the video. Yesterday was Day 1... All I can say is WOW... In 20 minutes I felt great yet wanted to die (LOL)... Thanks for the recommendation and good luck to you all!

Thanks,

Christina

This was great! Thanks for the recipe!:thumbup:

Congrats on your 30 pounds!

I had my surgery on July 14th, I have only had one fill and I TOO will be getting my 2nd fill at the end of November.

You seem very positive. I however am not. I have lost only 22 pounds and honestly eat whatever I want and a much larger quantity than what I think I should.

I was feeling really beat down. Thank you for your story!

Christina:cool:

Howdy!

I had my surgery with Dr. Daniel Scott at UTSW in Dallas. LOVED HIM! Actually I loved the entire staff. I never planned anything. They set up appointments, reminders by phone and email. It was great.

Good luck to whomever you decide!

Christina

My team told me not to weigh as that would happen. I decided to wait until my follow up appointment. That way I would be on the same scale and would not stress myself out everyday.

Good luck to you and avoid the scale for a while. We are going to rock this weight away!:cursing:

Christina

WHOOP! WHOOP! :wink:

Celebration to my July bandsters! I am so on for July 13th...:smile:

I am totally excited and ready for this journey. Best of luck to us all!

*Christina:tongue:

Ah, sleep apnea. I had two sleep studies, which after insurance cost me about 200 bucks a piece. Not to mention the monthly fee for the machine. I think that last about 10 months, not sure yet.

Those the sleep tests are horrible and the machine is costly, the change is awesome!!! :tt1:

More energy, better moods.... everything. You will get use to the machine and the face gear. I love mine and missing one night on it makes me a monster... :w00t:

Good luck!!!

Hello Everyone :smile:,

My name is Christina and I am from Dallas, TX. I have been going through the many loops for the lap-band since May 2008. Insurance companies sure do like to put you through a lot!

Anyway, I hope to have the surgery this summer (June.) I am excited about the journey and have had the pleasure of reading your posts for the last two days.

Thank you for all of you being so open about your experiences and I look forward to being one of you.

Good luck to all!