icequeen813
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What's your favorite brand of yogurt?
icequeen813 replied to SarahStLouis's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Chobani! I've been eating it from the beginning of my lapband journey! -
My lapband surgeon has a book soon to be published" Why I Don't Lose Weight".
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I discovered a good source of protein as well as dietary fiber! Have you tried dry roasted edamame? I eat it in salads or as a snack..
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Avocado!
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Stretching the Definition of Clear Liquids By Eating The Liquid Part of Soups?
icequeen813 replied to 1970MaleJaxFL's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm "watching" you.! Buy the Protein powder like I suggested,follow the lapband rules, so you can get get to your all important "skinny bucket" to do list! I'm glad to see your doing well. -
Has anyone actually NOT cheated on 2 week pre-op diet?
icequeen813 replied to MCCLB's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I managed to complete the 2 weeks without slipping up. What helped me & continues to help me is that I told my coworkers that I was having the lapband surgery.Furthermore, I am an RN& am responsible for the care of the bariatric patients. I also lost 17lbs on the Optifast liquid diet. -
I've been eating out on an average of 2-3x/week since being banded! For me,it's been about food choices....high Protein, lowfat,low carb,no alcohol. Why waste calories on liquor when I can eat! I don't count calories,i don't weigh or measure my food.The band is fickle,sometimes I could"eat the hair off a ragdoll" & other times,when stressed at work, I can't eat much.
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I miss reading your posts. I know you also post on Banded Living but haven't read any posts lately. Hope all is well.
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I do elliptical for 60 min.,bike for 20min.abdomen crunches,& arm exercises with weights. I do this 3-4X/wk.
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The only thing you would permanetly give up would be carbonated beverages,including sparkling wines,sodas,beer. As far as food goes... nothing. I still eat Chinese, Italian,Thai .Mexican. Just make smart food choices,and of course you'll be eating smaller amounts.
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I like my Karhu Fulcrum running shoes. Like the "loud" colors too!
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I've Lost 157 Pounds After Lap Band Surgery!!!!! Yay!
icequeen813 replied to Jill10191130's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
OMG! You are a "skinny Bitch" & you must have taken the medication "noassatall" LOL -
I've Lost 157 Pounds After Lap Band Surgery!!!!! Yay!
icequeen813 replied to Jill10191130's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
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When I was your age, I was a labor-delivery nurse. I was only 150lbs.{6ft tall}. I think the profession contributed to the weight gain! I discovered on this forum,that many lapbanders are nurses & teachers! Something in our "make-up", too busy taking care of others, often neglecting our own needs.
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Recently joined a gym & considering hiring a personal trainer. I'd appreciate any feedback... pros,cons. I walk,jog 3-4x/wk.use the elliptical & recumbent bike. I'm about 30lbs from my goal,& my body looks good except for "bat wings". Thanks for any feedback.
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Mimi, How long are your sessions?
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Do you workout with the trainer 3x/wk & are your sessions 30min. or 1 hr? Also did you have to sign a contract for so many sessions and what is the "going" rate for personal trainer in your area?
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Dr. Grossbard self pay
icequeen813 replied to TheWomanWithin's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Dr. Aguila in Tampa. $10,000 self pay. -
I'm just back from my bariatric surgeon's office. It's been just under 10 months since surgery,3 fills,91 lbs lost& am in "onederland "also very close to a normal bmi {I'm tall 6ft.}.Oh... by the way I just celebrated my 60th birthday by running 5 miles!
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I'm down 2 sizes& went from a C to a B cup since surgery!
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Mussels and other seafood with a Lapband
icequeen813 replied to UpperWestSide's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I've eaten steamed mussels, also calamari without any problems.As a matter of fact, if I'm going to eat Italian , I love linguini pescatore with mussels,shrimp& scallops. YUM. -
How about ... Lucinda? you are going to"lose so much weight or your clothes are now to loose! For the the lapbanders who had surgery in Mexico, one could name the band "Luz".
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band feels tighter different times of the day
icequeen813 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi,I was banded 4/22/10, had first fill 6/1.I've noticed that I feel the most restiction at lunchtime& looser in the evening.Does anyone else experience this? I think it could have something to do with my activity. I'm a nurse working 12 hr shift 3 days a week. Today I could barely get 4oz. baked fish down,when i got home I could eat the hair off a ragdoll! Please share some of your experiences -
Pre-op diet - starving
icequeen813 replied to Kiskis's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi. I will be meeting you next Thur. I am one of the nurses providing your care after your procedure! Keep up the good work, you'll be surprised how much weight you lose on the optifast! -
In need of MALPRACTICE attorney in Kentucky
icequeen813 replied to lodwick01's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Wilkes&Mchugh is a well known for nursing home abuse in the U.S.,they also represent clients in other malpractice issues. They have an office in Lexington.
