goosapotomus
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I thought I had replied to you, but apparently not!!! I'm doing awesome! I'm two days from being 5 months out. I've lost 57lbs, hit my first plateau but that's ok since I adjusted my calories, plus I have a fill on Thursday
It's been about 3 weeks since I've lost any but I am maintaining!! How are you doing lady??? -
I'm doing wonderful!! I've lost 58lbs since April 1st!! My BMI has dropped 10points...and 3lbs away from my halfway point! I'm so excited!! How are you??? Hopefully a success
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Going through my Bandster "hell"
goosapotomus posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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!!!!! -
Holy cow I'm banded! What a positive experience!! Thank you Menorah Medical Center!! Especially Lynn! You rock!!!
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So glad to hear from you!! Glad you're feeling better!! I have 3 days til band!!! So excited!
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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
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Purpose of Pre-Op diet???
goosapotomus replied to mamato2js's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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 hope you are doing ok, I was very worried about you after reading your post and it doesn't look like you've been on since. I sincerely hope all is well and you're just resting!! Take care!!
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Congrats on surgery! I'm so excited for you...I'm 10 days away myself...it almost makes me tear up just thinking about it!! Good luck!!!
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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!!
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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!!!
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Hey there...just dropping by to say hi!! Hope all is well after surgery!!! Good luck, can't wait to hear about your success!!!
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Feeling great physically but....
goosapotomus replied to TracieR's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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!!!
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Any April bandsters out their???
goosapotomus replied to kaylovegee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@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!!