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So, I'm at that dreaded point in my journey that some refer to as "Bandster Hell." I've lost 31lbs to date and just got my first fill on Tuesday 5/24. I had started really feeling hungry in between meals for the first time the previous Friday. It's discouraging and at the same time, I knew to expect it. It's something I haven't experienced in my first 6 weeks of the band. Hunger, what's that?!? lol. Anyhow, I was hoping to get some perspective from some current bandsters. What's a good snack to stay full in between meals? I don't have any protein powder because, frankly I didn't need it in the past month! Any suggestions are welcome!!!!!

I am on a diet that consists of A Protein shake for Breakfast and lunch in 8oz milk 2 servings of fruit Lean Cuisine or Smart Ones for dinner Unlimited sugar/sodium free clears My question is, had anyone done a diet similar to this and if so, did the high protein cause you to be gassy or constipated. Big TMI... It's hard to tell if I am constipated because I had a bowel movement on Wednesday so I don't know. And my calorie consumption is only around 900 so I'm sure I don't have as much waste anyway. This is the first day I've had some discomfort. It's not terrible and I just took some Gas-Ex to see if it helps. Any input would be great...just curious to see what everyone else has experienced! Thanks!!!! Jordan

My surgeon required a 2 week pre-op diet that consisted of: Protein shake for Breakfast and lunch. 2 servings of fruit Lean Cuisine or Smart Ones for dinner and unlimited sugar free and sodium free Clear Liquids. I'm consuming around 900 cals/day but I feel great! The Protein shakes really keep me full and Pure Protein Rich chocolate powder with 8oz milk, 1/2 banana and some ice cubes is fab!!! The benefits are so much better, in my opinion, than just shrinking your liver, although that is it's primary function. The particular diet I'm following can shrink it by as much as 25%. I'm also sleeping better, in a better mood and have lost around 11lbs. I'm due to be banded in 6 days! Can't wait! Good luck on your journey!!!

I will say, although we should keep to healthy eating habits, indulging has to be a part of life. Without a little indulgence, we end up frustrated and deprived! Give yourself a break!! lol, you seem to be doing great! I work at a hospital as well but luckily my surgeon doesn't work at my hospital!! Good luck and have a cookie every once in awhile!!

This post just made me not only smile but also made me tear up a little. I can't wait for that moment. Everything that has happened in my LapBand journey up til now has seemed fruitless but now I'm 30 days pre-op and reading everyone's stories, frustrations, support and love has made me emotional and very excited! Congrats everyone...hopefully soon I will be a "skinny bitch" with you!!!

Thank you for posting this. I never would have thought about it like that. I'm getting banded April 14th and it's good to know to expect that. In my psych eval we talked about the emotional side but mostly as it pertained to be able to handle the changes, not to expect grief. Which, really, makes quite a lot of sense. Good luck to you!!!

Welcome!!! I'm getting banded in April and have been on the site for a few months! It's such a great support tool! Hope you are doing well with your band!!!

@KaylaTX...I'm so glad that you are feeling better about the surgery. I was reading over your post about the preband jitters and I'm so glad you have decided to go through with it and even better, are excited!!! I'm getting banded 10 days after you on April 14th and I can't wait!!! I'm so glad that we have this site. I have learned so much and had so many questions answered. I love to be able to interact with all of you!!! What a great support system we have!!! Good luck to all!!

It feels so unreal to be able to say that I am getting banded. It has been a long process but totally worth it!!!! I am April 14th as well!!! I'm only anxious about anesthesia...I have never been in the hospital for more than just an ER visit, so the while the procedure doesn't scare me, the anesthesia does! I work in a hospital on a surgical floor and I see dozens of people every week that are perfectly fine post anesthesia so I know I'll be fine! Congrats to everyone who is getting banded this month...let's go ladies and gents!!!

So, I know everyone is different and I have drastically changed my eating habits in the past year. I just got approved for my surgery today! I'm so excited, but reading this post the biggest question I have is...these foods you miss, are they ones you cannot tolerate with the band or are they foods that you just don't eat now because it's a better choice? I was just curious. Mostly because the thought of not tolerating potatoes really make me want to cry!! lol, I know that everyone has different tolerances but just curious! Congrats on your weight loss ladies!!!

Congratulations!!! What an accomplishment! All of my info got submitted to insurance yesterday so I'm playing the waiting game! Hopefully someday I can also break out of the obese category!!! Good job, be proud!!!!

I absolutely love MyPlate on Livestrong.com. I am pre-band and it has made a world of difference. I think seeing things down in black and white put a reality into it. Seeing the cholesterol numbers and carbohydrates had made a huge difference. I haven't really lost any weight, however, I've gained a HUGE amount of knowledge concerning the way I eat as opposed to how many calories I consume. Also, this is kind of silly, but I love on the left hand side where you track your water...that little CONGRATULATIONS it throws up when you have reached your 64oz goal makes me happy! It's the small things in life!!!

Thank you for your response. I think I will definitely have to plan on having at least some kind of reconstruction. My "ideal" weight would require me to lose about 130lbs. I'm sure that once all is said and done I will be much happier with my results after having some type of plastic surgery. Luckily my insurance will cover a panniculectomy as long as I meet their requirements, so we shall see. I'm very excited for my band and just getting that weight off will be a very exciting milestone! Congrats on your weight loss, I hope it's been an amazing journey! :blushing:

Hi, I'm in the approval process for my Lap-Band®®, hopefully only 2 more visits still I can schedule surgery with my insurance. I am 24 now and I was just wondering about more people my age, do you need or have you had plastic surgery post band? If so, what procedure and did insurance help with coverage? I know I'm ahead of my game but I just want to start saving/funding for a possible reconstruction if needed. Thanks for answering!

That has been a big question for me too...I love Asian food, especially white rice but I don't particularly like the sticky type rice, glad to hear that there are some that can tolerate it! Hope I'm one of those!!!