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Wondering what to do with that basket of apples you just brought home? Everyone always raves about this pie. You don't have to make pie crust! You can control the sweetness by the amount of strudel topping you use. So YUMMY you have to try this one and the calories are not bad either. Great dessert to server to your company. Easy and soooo good. ENJOY!! Prep Time:30 Min Cook Time:45 Min Ready In:1 Hr 15 Min Recipe Yield 8 servings 278 Calories:Per Serving CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Quick and easy, hot artichoke dip with artichoke hearts. Cheesy artichoke dip has become one of the most popular side dish around the world. It is a food regarded suitable for people following the vegetarian diet. Baking is the preferred method of preparing cheesy artichoke dip. It is popular dish of American cuisine. The cheesy texture of the cheesy artichoke dip sets it apart from others of its kind. A wonderful, rich appetizer, that is extremely delicious. ENJOY!! Prep Time: 15 Minutes Total Time: 40 Minutes Makes: 2 1/2 cups Makes: 40 servings 30 Calories 1 Serving (1 Tablespoon) CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Hello Kelly do not be so hard on yourself. Your band sounds like it's not thigh enough. Give it some time to work. We all are so different, I only needed a 1/2 cc each time I went in for a fill, someone els needs 2cc ect... So you will fine what works for you. Also stay away from the carbonated drinks, walk more, eat more healthy snakes for those times when you are feeling hungry 100cal snacks are so good also, drink protein shakes. And before you know it that scale will make you smell again. Good luck and keep us posted.

Good luck on your up coming surgery. You will be in and out before you know it. All the best to you and congrats in becoming a Lap-Bander. I wish you well, keep us posted. LOVE IT!!

This is very common when your band is to thigh!! I know we use to think the tighter the better it is for us, but it's not. My first fill was to much and I had to have some taken out, I had a unfill, 2 times in my 1st year. So if you are throwing up a lot after eating, and you are eat small amounts, chewing your food well and waiting before every bite, then you need a unfill. Just have a small amount taken out loosen the band some. All the best and take care.

Congrats Seanamw. For all the heard work that you have done, and will do. LOVE IT!!

Hello Jessica, have you spoken to other Lap-Band surgeons? To see if they are more incline to this type of surgery. Lets keep our fringers cross that your surgeon will do the Lap-Band for you. I feel your pain. Wish you all the best Luck in this.

These appetizers are festive and colorful, and can easily be made the day ahead. Simply spoon the yolk mixture into the whites for a more casual look, or use a decorating bag with a large star tube for a more formal look. A great finger food and a wonderful classic appetizer. ENJOY!! Calories 45 per serving Total Time: 40 min CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

"This recipe makes a deliciously moist turkey." Pull out all the stops and make this Thanksgiving dinner a traditional feast! So, polish your silver, pull out the family china and make your Thanksgiving dinner extra special. Classic dinner favorites plus some new ideas for this year's Thanksgiving Turkey. Roasted turkey is so juicy and flavorful when the bird is stuffed with stuffing,and seasonings. Butter under the breast skin keeps the meat juicy while the skin bakes crisp and brown. This really does make the juiciest turkey. ENJOY!! 264 Calories: per serving Yield: 12 servings (serving size: 6 ounces turkey and 1/4 cup sauce) Prep Time:30 Min: Cooking time: 3-4 hours-Depends on the size of Turkey CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE :scared2:http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Fish baked in a delightful lemony vegetable mixture. I have made this recipe several times on several occasions. This dish will make for a nice light lunch. Easy too! I served it with a brown rice! I also used thinly sliced lemon on top of the fish while baking. Very moist and tasty too. It came out supremo!! Yummy!! ENJOY!! Prep Time:15 Min Cook Time:25 Min Ready In:40 Min Yield 3 to 4 servings 221 Calories: Per Serving CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

These flaky fish fillets get plenty of fresh flavor from onions and tomato, plus a little zip from cayenne pepper. This recipe is particular favorite of my family's. The fish doesn't get dry...it's moist and delicious. ENJOY!! Prep Time:10 Min Cook Time:40 Min Ready In:50 Min 251 calories per 1 serving Yield 6 servings CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

What a yummy cupcake, and so very easy. Your whole family will love theses yam cupcakes. A great use for all those leftover yams you'll have this season. Delicious! ENJOY!! Prep Time:20 Min Cook Time:35 Min Ready In:1 Hr 25 Min Yield 24 cupcakes 250 Calories:Per Serving CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Hello juliecook people comment a lot here if they have a answer to a question. Or feel comfortable to give a suggestion. It maybe that when you are posting there maybe some that are new to the lap-band also. So for me I never had pain or a problem with my "port" am into to this Lap-Band now for about 1 year as of October 26th 2010. Some months I will have a little soreness but nothing to talk about. But if you are having lots of pain or soreness or any question about your port call you Dr. office talk to your NP, or your surgeon am sure they will help you. It maybe that you still need time to heal. Everyone is different. Am sure you will fine this blog very helpful in your journey. You will fine some wonderful people here and great inspiration, maybe some new friends as well. Looking forward to hearing how it all goes for you.. ALL THE BEST TO YOU..

Exercise, Exercises, Exercises is a big key to the whole saggy skin thing you will still have some , BUT not as much. I have lost 116 pounds and I to do not have that hanging skin and am up there in age 50 something. Good luck!!

Congrats grizzlyrider you are doing so well, Keep up the wonderful work that you are doing on the amazing journey. LOVE IT!!

The weight will come off, we hit a plateau and this will happen for a while this plateau. The scale will move for you. This has happen to me. What I do is, I go back to the basic once or twice a week, mushe foods, protein drinks, just like I did in the beginning. You may need to up your exercising a bit that will help the weight loss faster. All the best to you

Hello sunnydee you have to still watch the calories intake for sure, if not it will sneak back on you before you know it. The Dr's say you can have about 700 calories a day maybe a little more for some. I try to watch everything I eat to make sure the calorie intake is not to high. GOOD LUCK

This recipes has the traditional old-fashioned sage stuffing favorites, taste like it's made from scratch. Wonderful for your Thanksgiving Turkey, but welcome any time you need a savory side dish. Start with a package of unseasoned stuffing mix, add onion, celery, ground sage and ground thyme -- the result is delicious stuffing that's perfect for the holiday table or a casual dinner. This delicious stuffing is the recipe that I use when making stuffing. ENJOY!! Makes 6 (2/3-cup) servings Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes 221 Calories per serving CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Grandma's all American Homemade Apple Pie!! What a yummy pie, and so very easy! I remember going to grandma's house and smelling the aroma of a apple pie baking, I could not wait until it was done. I would eat myself sick by wanting more and more. I've made this many times and it all ways come out perfect. What a yummy pie, and so very easy! If I could give this pie 10 stars I would.. It's by far the best apple pie you will have ever make! Usually the first piece is a mess and then the juices run all over the pie pan. Not with this pie! And everyone will loved it!! Thanksgiving apple pie is a tradition in my house. The smell of baking apples with cinnamon and nutmeg fills the house, making every one's mouth water. Try this for your holiday table, your friends and family will love you even more. I have been using grandma's recipe for the past 25 years. Grandma's Homemade Apple Pie strikes again. So Yummy!! ENJOY!!!!! Prep Time: 20 Min Cook Time:50 Min Ready In:1 Hr 10 Min Recipe Yield 8 servings 385 calories per serving-slice CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

THIS RECIPE IS GREAT FOR ALL, ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE IN THE MASH PHASE! "Our family loves these creamy and comforting potatoes. Garlic and other herbs make them so mouth-watering, I serve them just plain-no gravy is needed. For an extra-buttery taste, I'd suggest using Yukon Gold potatoes." Simmering a garlic clove with the potato infuses it with flavor. Use whatever fresh herbs you have in your refrigerator. When this is your first meal after your Lap-Band® you will feel like you are eating a gourmet meal. ENJOY!!! 2 servings Active Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes 85 calories per 3/4 cup each serving CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/

Waiting to eat again feelings so good danalazcano, Your mashed potatoes must of taste like you where eating a fine meal. That's how it was for me. It was so wonderful that first meal....

I will pray for you sandradee. I wish you all the best. Am so sorry to hear about your eyes, and your message is so true we can never take anything for granted. Ever day is a gift so I will keep your post in mind for my daily health. THANK YOU FOR THIS POST!

It sounds like you are too restricted. If this feeling keeps up , call your Dr. office and tell them you need to have some of the fill taken out. This happen to me I had reach my sweet spot and did not know it, I had the same amount of fill as always, and I was so sick nothing stayed down. I needed to have some of my fill taken out, once that happen I felt so much better. And you do not want to keep throwing up because your Band can slip that way. All the best to you.

We all reach a plateau, before you know it you will be losing again. Hang in there. I always go back to the basic once a week. it did not kill me the 1st time around and help keep me on track. All the best to you.

Hello nurserena, this is your hunger talking. You will not be able to eat more then a small portion of anything now after your surgery. You can have your favorite foods again as long as it's Band friendly, once in a blue moon. And when you start to see lots of weight melting away you will want to stay on track.. Good luck to you!!!