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37lbs down - averaged a little over 3 lbs per month. I could be losing more...but not being sensative to my calories [so its my fault...not the band]. Another thing I know I could approve on is not drinking my calories [Protein, blended spinach, kale, celery, pinapple and apple smoothie]. Sometimes I don't feel truely fulfilled if I don't get food in my stomach....but this is a process. I'm thankful to have lost this weight so far and looking forward to losing more weight. In the meantime, I love working out at the YMCA....so this has never been a problem. In closing, would I do it again...YOU BETCHA! Am I happy with almost losing 40....YOU BETCHA ! Am I looking forward to losing more weight [and making the necessary adjustments]...YOU BETCHA Sorry for not communicating more....its just been a very busy year this past year. All the best to current and future Bansters ! Chris

Thanks Cazzy !

Actually....after my .4cc of a fill increase from last fill (from 2.4 to 2.8), my nurse practioner instructed me to start tracking my food and writing in a spread sheet. In short...I've been doing that, excercizing a lot...and am quite surprised I'm not as hungry as before. P.S. I definately don't want an increase fill in the future....but after only losing 20lbs in 5.75 months....this nice little 5lb loss is quite refreshing actually. This is loss is a combination of me doing things on my end....as well as the slight increase in my last fill. I litterally don't feel hungry anymore which is interesting.

Actually....after my .4cc of a fill increase from last fill (from 2.4 to 2.8), my nurse practioner instructed me to start tracking my food and writing in a spread sheet. In short...I've been doing that, excercizing a lot...and am quite surprised I'm not as hungry as before. P.S. I definately don't want an increase fill in the future....but after only losing 20lbs in 5.75 months....this nice little 5lb loss is quite refreshing actually. This is loss is a combination of me doing things on my end....as well as the slight increase in my last fill. I litterally don't feel hungry anymore which is interesting.

P.S. On a positive note, I lost 5lbs since my last fill 5 days ago. I think I'm in my sweet spot now :...yet still keeping an eye on these episodes

Good topic everyone P.S. I lost 5lbs since my last fill 5 days ago. I think I'm in my sweet spot now

In studying human behavior my whole life...I've noticed that people want everyone to see things from their perspective and THEIR PERSPECTIVE is always right. It's kind of like they view themselves like a god or messianic figure. Their insight or perspective is the only one that matters (kind of a socialistic attitude when you think about). THEIR CONVICTION...needs to be EVERYONE'S CONVICTION. I don't mind alternative points of view (actually I embrace it) but where people go wrong is when they demonize a procedure (or a thought process) and ASSUME that it will not work for you.... I think perspective and the ability to look at the big picture is what is missing from these types of people. Just my humble opinion! Respectfully, MD

Thanks for your post...as I believe this is what it is. It feels like a nice sweet spot because I'm not really that hungry anymore at all. The little I put in my mouth....I feel full. I'll keep monitoring this though and keep everyone updated. It is interesting that I've observed this since the last fill....I just think its more related to a tad overfill versus a slip band (In Jesus Name...I declare I'm protected )

I know its not acid reflux...as no acid is in my mouth or throat. Is there a difference between acid reflux and reflux?

Used to have mild form of sleep apnea 20 pounds ago but no more. And yes...I have 4cc band as I had surgery in Mexico.

This happened twice recently.....and both incidents came after my last fill. Currently, I have 2.8cc's in a 4cc band (70% filled to capacity). The first episode I was sleeping on my stomach.....so I dismissed it as I was my face was probably knee deep in the pillow and I couldn't breathe. Yesterday...it happened again....but I was sleeping on my back. I'm not going to blow this out of proportion but (airing on the side of caution) I thought I would at least check in with my fellow bansters to see if anybody has heard of this after getting the band. Thought there could be a connection from my last fill...but maybe not Thoughts/Opinions?

Haha...that is so awesome about your success. We are all different and I can't wait to get to those disciplined habits that you are "flowing in" right now. Congrats again on many fronts. P.S. Any advice on help getting you fertile? My wife and I are having a hard time getting pregnant and I assume its on my end. Any advice? Blessings !

Common Jean haha.

Make sure to bring a robe and slippers. For me...the biggest SHOCK was when they pulled the catheder out of my pecker (haha). Didn't see that coming. My wife and dad laughed like little kids when they heard me moan and yelp like a dog [lol]. Seriously....that surprised me. Had no idea I would have a catheder in me. You will do fine there Ashly...no need to worry there. Dr. Kuri and staff are very professional there. Having surgery in Mexico is the least of your worries there. They are a class act. Blessings, MD

I'm in the same boat.....I've lost wait...but I am in the process of using my tool wisely. Any weight that I haven't lost ...is my fault in my opinion. That said....I've only had one fill....and I'm getting betting with food choices. Now...I'm eating Protein in the morning, invested in many Protein Bars (for snacks), small food choices, not drinking wine late at night, not eating past 7pm, exorcizing more ect.... P.S. Now...I'm losing a little more weight...and I sense I'm about ready to bust through MY SET POINT (i.e. the barrier that the body sets so you don't lose more weight or gain more weight). 2013 is going to be a good year. Thanks for updated us Elizabeth. Thank you for keeping us informed on your journey as I believe you got surgery the day after me with Dr. Kuri. Continued success, MD