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I agree with Doodlebugsmom!

Congrats to everyone that has lost 1/2 a person! Karen

My surgeon tells us that we should never take more than 45 mins to eat a meal. If we are, then we are aeting too much. Sorry for to contradict others. He told my daughter that that was part of the reason she was loosing so slowly. Good luck, Karen

It could be deducted on Schedule "A". But you would have to have enough other deductions for medical to make a difference! Good luck! I haven't had medical deductions in 35 years, since I was paying for my daughters medications at $25,000 out of pocket! My son doesn't own his home, so even though h had a lot of deducitons for medical and donations, he didn't haev enough to not take standard deduction. Karen( I am not a tax expert, however!!!)

I usually have a fruit smoothy with protein,too! I am in my 1 1/2 of maintianance and its doing oaky. I, sometimes, add fiber to it to make sure that I have enough fiber in my diet(bathroom problems at times!). I think homemade smoothies are probably better, as you can add fruits and stuff to it. Some people like the green shakes, but I can't get myself to have one! They are made by adding spinach, collard, or other greens to your smoothy. Just watch your ounces when making them! Karen

So glad for you, you have been through so much. Bless you and your recovery. Post pics when you are ready. Karen

Hello Byrd, It is possible to loose that much and more! There are many people on this sit ethat have ost 100-150m lbs, ( i lost 100), But Cazzy is has lost over 200 lbs, check her out. Good luck to all, And everone is a success story, if they loose weight! Karen (I am not trying to deflate the post starter, excuse me if it sounds like it!).

I've had previosu surgeries that have made me nauseated afterwards. I let them know at the hospital. So, this time, no nausea. what to do now? Ask your surgeon for anti-nausea meds, I think!

Sorry for the loss of your Mom. Loosing your best friend is hard. Hang in there, she is still with you. She would be proud of you. Bless you. Karen

You do need to have this checked out. It could, also, be gall bladder attack. I had mine out several years before lapband surgery. But, I have read several people who after loosing a lot of weight had gall bladder attacks. Mine did feel like I was being stabbed with a hot knife in my chest and through to my back. Good luck! Karen

Hi, I agree that folks get mixed mesages on here. I would never tell anyone NOT to follow their own surgeon's orders. A lot of surgeon's have very different schedules than other ones. Mine, for instance, is conservative and wants me to have 2 days clear liquids, and 2 days full liquids after a fill. Most folks thinks thats crap! My surgeon has had the surgery, and so has most of his staff. I trust him, and I have with my life! If folks don't trust their surgeons that is scary, to me, as they have their life in the sugreon's hands. But, as B-52 says, we did not get here because we are good at following rules and making good choices. I wish everyone the best and ask them to check with their own surgeon's office before just following someone on here, willnilly! Good luck to all, Karen

Not trying to be negative! But this is sort of the reason that I think the 6 month of monitored pre-dieting gets you into the mode of eating smaller portions. I had gone to the nutritionist in that 1st month and she advised smaller plates(salad or desert). Even smaller forks, helps. I never use any fork larger than a salad fork at home. I am lucky to be over 55 and restuarants have that menu with samller portions. I went to "Perkins" and their 55+ breakfast menu is great for people with a band. Also, remember that when eating red meat, your portion should be no larger than the palm of your hand, or a deck of cards! Good luck, you can do it! Just remember that you don't have to be a member of the "clean plate" club, anymore! Karen

Good for you Zephorah, you are on the loosing track again. You took the biggest step of going back to the surgeon for help! Now, that your life is back in order, getting back to your winning ways will work for you, too! Best wishes, Karen

Woohoo! NSV's are the best weight loss success, even better than scales. Congrats! Karen

Wow! Keep going! You are doing fantastic!

Congrats to you! You are a success story. Major best wishes on your upcomming bandiversary! Karen

Yes, I can feel my port. Last summer when I got into the swimming pool, mine would stick out like a hernia. I guess it doesn't like to be cold! I actually like to feel it; it is a reminder of my goal. Good luck with your weight loss. By he way, there are very few things that I can see the port through clothing! Karen

Congratualtions on your 2 year bandiversary!

Congrats, and keep us updated, if you want! Karen PS:I had GERD from my band but had a revision, so I am okay, now!

Alex, says she is the new lapband spokesperson. I wish her much luck. She was very successful when she had her by-pass, but then had kids and gained a lot back. She is not nearly as :big" as she was before her surgeries. She has lost 30 lbs since her lapband. Best wishes to Carnie! Karen

I like ice cream, too! But, I don't keep it in the house. I need to make a run to get it when I want it. It helps fight the "addiction". I like chips , etc, too, they are all slider foods, but as B-52 says, you have to eat like a skinny person. When I had chips, (which I don't keep in the house,anymore), I made sure to have a small rami bowl to put them in. Good luck, you can get back to your swelt weight if you want to!

Yay!Congrats on your losses!

I would suggest a visit to your surgeon's office. Ask to have him/her to check your band with the flouroscope, and get a fill if needed. Karen

Oh that is so sweet! My grand son is just afraid that gramma and mommy, and now, daddy won't be "fluffy" anymore. He likes to cuddle into our "fluff".

Its a lofty goal, but you could set mini-goals as you go along. I wish you luck, and best wishes. Don't set yourself up for failure, however. KAren