kerri76
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I was banded 5/10/10 and have lost 45lbs. I am exercising 3-4 days per week and typically reach my doctor's goal of 65-70 grams of protein daily. I have had my thyroid, CBC, metabolic panel and Vit D checked, all were normal. I am tired all the time. I get approx 7-8 hrs of sleep per night and some days am able to take a nap of 2-3 hrs (rare because I work full-time). I do have a 9 month old so I am still recovering from having a baby (c-section) in December. I am also losing a lot of hair and even my hair person said that I am thinning on top. It is usual for me to lose hair but this is much more noticeable. The shower drain is full nearly every day. I am taking my vitamins. Any thoughts? :thumbdown:
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iPhone owners: Lap band app!
kerri76 replied to Kmommy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Anything for the Droid? -
I was banded May 10th and am currently in "bandster hell". My surgeon told me to stay away from carbs. That is hard! Everything has carbs. I am not a big meat eater. I was actually going to go vegetarian. Anyway, my issue with the doc saying no carbs is that I could have gone on the Atkins diet instead of getting the band. I thought the band allowed me to eat "most" of the foods that I enjoy but in VERY limited quantities. Am I mistaken? I went grovery shopping last night and nearly everything that I picked up had carbs. I know that overeating caused my obesity but is it really the carbs? I would appreciate ANY advice! Thank you!
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I don't know how many calories I should be consuming. The dietitian didn't spend a great deal of time with me. I am eating 3 meals a day and only snacking if I am absolutely physically hungry. Here is what I ate yesterday: Breakfast: Weight Control oatmeal (1 packet) Lunch: Tuna salad (5-6 forkfuls), Refried Beans (1 cup) w/ sprinkle of cheese, Salmon (1-2 oz) Dinner: Sloppy Joes with Turkey meat (2 sandwiches WITHOUT the buns), Green Beans (1/2 cup), Fries (Handful) Water (2 liters) No exercise yesterday :-( I have absolutely NO restriction and am able to eat nearly anything (haven't tried everything) and a fairly large quantity. I stop myself when I think that I am "satisfied" even though I would love to eat a LOT more! I am still struggling with head hunger and emotional urges to eat but I have done really well with distracting myself and it goes away. What should I eat? Dr said NO CARRBS, lots of Protein! How many calories? Is there an easy way to count calories for items that are in bulk? food scale?
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Hey Heather,
Thanks for checking on me! I am doing well. Surgery went great. I am still a little sore but overall feeling well. I have less hunger but am looking forward to a fill in June. fighting "head hunger" daily, sometimes hourly! Ugh! How are you?
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4th of July Challenge!
kerri76 replied to LeighaMason's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Lost 5 pounds this week! I was just banded last Monday so I'm not too excited! :thumbup: -
protein shakes, etc. for breastfeeding mama
kerri76 replied to Kashi's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Oh, have you tried contacting your local La Leche League? They may be able to help too! If not, let me know, I work for a doc that specializes in breastfeeding. Btw, that's awesome that you want to continue to nurse your baby! :redface: -
protein shakes, etc. for breastfeeding mama
kerri76 replied to Kashi's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am also nursing my 5 month old and was banded Monday (5/10). I am using Herbalife which is a soy protein and it has actually increased my supply! I know there is controversy over whey and soy protein but my dietician said I could use it. I enjoy the taste too! My 8 year old son even likes it! -
when can I eat food again?
kerri76 replied to Stacey627's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
As much as I can't wait to eat something solid again....I am scared to try something solid. I will get to start puree next week. That will be nice. But what the heck should I eat? I am dying for an egg! Is it possible to puree an egg? -
I tried a couple whey protein shakes and they were terrible. In the past I had used a soy protein product through Herbalife and I talked to my dietician about it. He said that it was fine. I know there is controversy between soy and whey protein but I couldn't choke down the whey shakes another day! My 8 year old son loves the shakes and has one everyday before school. That's how good they are.
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My surgeon instructed me to take Ibuprofen (I was banded Monday). Strange! :biggrin:
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I may be a little obsessive but....I weighed myself yesterday AND today and have gained a few pounds! WTH? I am still "puffy" and "swollen" from the surgery but come on...a gain? So depressing! I only have 3 protein shakes and water daily! Anybody else in the same boat?
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You were banded the 10th, right? Have you weighed yourself? I did and saw a gain. I know I am still swollen but geez, it's a little depressing.
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4th of July Challenge!
kerri76 replied to LeighaMason's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is my first challenege, was banded 5/10. Going to shoot for the stars and aim high. I would love to be in the 200's by the 4th so I am going for 31 pounds! That will put me at 299! Good Luck! Now I just need to figure out the weight ticker! :smile2: -
When you send me messages it says you are an unregistered user so that may be why you cannot see my pictures.
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Just got banded yesterday and feeling pretty good. Still a little tired. I do have some pain and discomfort in my belly where the port is. Definitely noticeable when I get up from sitting or laying! I have VERY minimal belching and NO gas yet. I have been peeing though! I have had one protein shake all day. Not hungry at all!!! I am excited that my journey has begun!:scared2:
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May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
kerri76 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all! I had my surgery yesterday and feeling pretty good. I have some pain and discomfort where the port is but otherwise feeling just fine. Some discomfort in my shoulders if I sit or lay for a long time. I haven't eaten but one protein shake because i am FAR from being hungry! I am happy that I am officially banded! :scared2: -
Banded May 5 and STARVING!!!
kerri76 replied to amey_idaho's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon's office told me that if I was hungry that I should call the office and they would let me move to solids. I had my surgery yesterday and have only had one protein shake in over 24 hours. I am not even close to being hungry. Not sure if I should drink, besides water, even without being hungry. -
Books about weight loss surgery
kerri76 replied to Hello Bean's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am almost finished with the book by Khaliah Ali called Fighting Weight. She had the Lap-band several years ago and her story is inspiring and educational. -
Hi! I am doing well! I have minimal pain! Thank goodness! I have virtually no gas pains just some pain and soreness where the port is. I haven't slept well because it is difficult to sleep on my side from the pain but I doze. Overall this is a walk in the park compared to my 3 previous c-sections! I have been moving around as much as possible. I have been sipping my water and had only 1 protein shake today. I am NOT hungry at all. I am unsure if I am supposed to eat (drink) if I am not hungry. I know my body needs the calories to help heal but just a little confused about that. Any ideas?
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Hi everyone! I am doing well! I have minimal pain! Thank goodness! I have virtually no gas pains just some pain and soreness where the port is. I haven't slept well because it is difficult to sleep on my side from the pain but I doze. Overall this is a walk in the park compared to my 3 previous c-sections! I have been moving around as much as possible. I have been sipping my water and had only 1 protein shake today. I am NOT hungry at all. I am unsure if I am supposed to eat (drink) if I am not hungry. I know my body needs the calories to help heal but just a little confused about that. Any ideas?
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May 10-14 2010 Bandsters
kerri76 replied to lisagus's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My big day is tomorrow! I will keep you all posted! -
Started my pre-op diet today. 3 Protein shakes, Jello, broth, Water, liquids for the next 7 days. NOTHING SOLID! No more than 800 calories! So, I am doing ok with the physical hunger but the HEAD hunger is already starting to bother me. HELP! :thumbdown: