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Im scared to over sip on my first day
Inner Surfer Girl replied to Ghada's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't think you can over sip. If you are sipping too fast or too much, you will definitely feel it. Just sip as much as you can, as often as you can. Listen to you body. -
First appointment with my NUT
RNY-Gal replied to staceykb72's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mine was an hour. She even kept looking at the clock saying too much to get covered in an hour so she started to go through things so fast I forgot a lot of the information. Thank gosh she gave me a folder with everything I needed. -
My new journey begins in 8 days ????
Jkpizano5 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Super newbie with this my...!! first post ever !!... It all stared on Dec 4 I went to the seminar on Jan. 6 my first appt. Met the doctor and got my instructions done and also my surgery appt. For the 23 of Jan. So excited !! God is good and faithful I was praying to be fast I didn't want to go through a lot of hassle and I didn't but I didn't think it would be so fast also.. but thanks God its done and getting my last things done getting ready for my pre-op now -
If you are struggling with weight loss- please read
Texasbandit commented on kelly111's blog entry in Blog 98380
I hear what ya saying but my surgeon is telling me under 1000 calories. I eat a low carb, low calorie diet. I track everything. I work out 6 days a week. Cardio and weights. I don't know whatelse to do when I've gained 4 lbs. I have great restriction. I'm currently on a water fast for 2 days to see of that will help. No calories for 2 days. -
If you are struggling with weight loss- please read
tennisloverxox commented on kelly111's blog entry in Blog 98380
WOW Kelly you read my mind. I have been the same weight for 3 weeks, I have lost a total of 26 since aug 1, and had surgery aug 15th. I have great restriction and will not need a fill (ever hopefully). I have gotten stuck a couple of time sonly when eating too fast. I play tennis 2 times a week, walk 5 times a week and ride my recumbent bike 2 times a week. My calories have been at 1400 everyday give or take a couple of calories. Everyone says something different so I don’t know what to do. I currently weigh 206 lbs. I am 5'10 and I would say I do moderate activities. I know my body is shrinking and I am now a size 14. I am self pay and my goal is 170 lbs. Can you think of anything I am missing - oh yes, I do Calorie count site everyday and get all A's except when I have a few drinks every couple of weeks..lol. I know "slow and steady wins the race" but I am frustrated and I thank you so much for your advice. Thank you for your post and I pray I can up my calories more, I really have NO Appetite! But, do my best to eat really healthy food. I think my weakness is chips and salsa. I do love that. Anything you can help with I would so appreciate !! thank you!! -
Anyone else losing weight very slowly or not at all like me?
Instyle98 replied to Harrier's Woman's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I've always been a slow loser no matter what I have done to lose weight, so I don't expect this to be any different. What has been helping me though is to not stick to the same routine both with food and exercise. I think the body quickly adjusts to routines and once it's used to a certain weight it likes to keep you there. If you change things up it will give your metabolism a swift kick in the pants every so often. I haven't read the entire book yet on carb cycling and I'm not strictly following the author's program, but I have noticed that if every other day or so I add just few extra carbohydrates to my diet it seems to help. Sometimes I have a spoonful of baked or roasted sweet potato, brown rice or a multi-grain cracker to the menu and/or get in a little extra exercise (I'm kind of restricted right now due to a foot/ankle injury). I'm still avoiding the white stuff as they say such as potatoes, bread, white rice, etc. I also read that it is a good idea to try and eat Breakfast within an hour of rising. According to this book you should always have some sort of complex carbohydrate with breakfast. I've only had one fill and not feeling restriction, so if I really feel like I have to have something more to eat besides sugar free Jello, popsicles and that stuff, I eat something that is high in Protein and avoid any junk food. It's funny because since I've started this my husband has lost 11 lbs without even trying since I'm not cooking big delicious meal anymore and I pretty much only have high protein, low calorie foods around. It doesn't seem fair since he's not exercising, still eats out every day (most times more than once a day) and eats fast food and drinks Coke. It's sort of like collateral weight loss. You have to remember though that everyone loses at a different rate and if your doctor isn't worried, then you shouldn't worry either. It will happen. One other thing that helps is to not weigh yourself every day (says the pot to the kettle - I'm trying to work on that myself). That seems to make the needle on the scale move slower and even stop! LOL! -
I'm currently in the middle of my two week diet before surgery. The center that is performing my surgery sets you up with an eating plan with Meal Replacements they prescribe... Plus a sensible high Protein with vegetables meal... Like an expensive version of Slim Fast! My LORD am I hungry. It wasn't as bad last week while I was at work, because I stay busy... but, this weekend has been torture. I'll make it, however. Eye on the prize. I've finished getting all my supplies for the surgery and at least the first three weeks after surgery. It's funny, because all these folks who have been so supportive this past month are starting to freak out on me and I think they want me to freak out also... I'm gonna smack the next person who tells me, "Well, if you can do this two week diet.. why don't you just keep doing it and lose weight?" I'm going to smack them on both sides of the head, I tell ya. But, I'm still looking forward to the surgery. It's like a big jumping off point! Had to rant.
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Finally, I have been approved through my insurance! It has been a long journey but I have wanted it so bad it feels good to finally be on my way to a new and better me! I should have my day long tests done next week, also the fasting must begin - yuck! yeah!
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Finally, I have been approved through my insurance! It has been a long journey but I have wanted it so bad it feels good to finally be on my way to a new and better me! I should have my day long tests done next week, also the fasting must begin - yuck! yeah!
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I was banded on May 15th and had my first fill last Thursday. Most of the time I've been making healthy choices and good portion sizes.... I've had a few slip ups but I haven't worried about that. I feel some restriction if I eat a large meal, but that is more than anyone should be eating to lose weight. Still, as I said, I've been doing really well at Portion Control and not struggling too hard with it because it's mind over matter... I really want to lose weight! But today.... I don't know what came over me today but I've been starving. Painful stomach growling! Really hungry, not just hungry in my head. When I got home from work it was all I could do to keep from grabbing something, anything, FAST just to kill the hunger pains while I took care of the birds, fed the cats, and did a little workout on the Wii before I could finally stop and get dinner heated up. I managed to hold off, even though it left me standing at the microwave watching the seconds tick down until my leftover pork loin roast and broccoli were ready. I had a little chat with myself, reminded myself that the scale won't care or make allowances for the fact that I was really starving if I ate more than I should! Then, when at last I sat down to dinner, the urge to shovel the food in my mouth, because ya know, I'm starving. But the lessons learned here and through my doctor, and the limited restriction I've had at times, came through.... I made myself chew each bite slowly and carefully, and pause between bites. It was torture. I finished eating 20 minutes ago and my stomach is still growling. I think it's rebelling!! Every day we make choices.... this day's been harder for me than most, and I really needed to vent.... but also to share... we can do it, if we want it!
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It's been Two months and one week, 9 weeks since my surgery. :glare: Two more weeks to go before I will get my 4th Fill, another 2 cc's.:bored: Currently I have 6 cc's in my 10 cc band. :tt2: Started exercising everyday and should have some good results in two weeks.:tt1: Eating habits are controlled and maintaining water intake. :rolleyes2:Drank too fast today, Water and had some trouble, MUST REMEMBER TO DRINK SLOW, SIPPING, NOT GULPING. :tt2: But I was thirsty for something cool to drink.[ATTACH]322[/ATTACH]
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I've used Nuva Ring for the past 3 years because pills make me crazy because of the hormones! Nuvaring is low hormone and I love it. You can download a program (Nuvatime) from their website that will send you a reminder of when to take it out and put it in. I'm not having any trouble with it so far. It does take some practice to insert it, but it's not bad. I'm losing weight fast, so I guess it doesn't effect me like that.
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Lap-Band to Bypass - What Do You Wish You Would Have Been Told?
Sunnyday25 replied to ElleL's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had my band year ago probably 8 and my revision on Oct 9th this year, the band never really worked until I started to have partial esophageal paralysis. Once that happened I was fast tracked for the removal and revision. I am on week 10 and down 58 pounds more than I ever lost with the band and the only thing that has caused an issue was the pain on my left side it would hit mostly at night for the first 5 or so nights it was pretty damn bad and I would have to take my pain med to sleep. After that it has been pretty smooth sailing. Good luck -
50 LBS GONE & RESTRICTION IS OVER-RATED (NOT)!
Carly commented on Carly's blog entry in Lap-band life in the desert
Wow, I got my 3rd fill this week and what a difference it has made! Previously, I could eat virtually anything, although I have done a surprisingly good job of following the rules. While I enjoyed not having to worry about how fast I ate, foods getting stuck, etc., the potential for reverting back to old habits concerned me. I decided to trade-in the "so-called comfort" for some "sagotage insurance", and am so glad I did. With Fill #3, I got the restriction needed to help ensure that the scale keeps moving in the right direction. It's a great feeling, although I was pretty scared initially because I was having trouble keeping down liquids. That subsided after 3 days (relief galore!), and I can now tolerable approx. 4 oz. of food and stay satiated for hours. It's wonderful! I also hit a major milestone on 1/13/08, with a -50 lbs. loss in < 5 months...and I anticipate entering ONEDERLAND by month-end. It's mind-boggling, really. Praise the Lord! I'm wearing tight blue jeans again (well, granted, they have always been tight, they're just not so hideous looking now)! My self-confidence is back and I can't wait for the shopping spree when I hit the -100 mark! I have no WLS regrets (obviously!) and am filled with gratitude. To be continued... -
4 1/2 weeks post op, need answers quick...
katie78 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
OK I"m freaking out that my band has slipped. I don't even know if it's possible to have a slip this early and w/out a fill. Everything has been FINE up til now. Since yesterday, I feel very AWARE of my stomach. It came on all of a sudden. I'm getting full really quickly, feel very bloated after I eat, almost painful bloating. I know I'm not eating too much, and if I was eating too fast, I would think I might be in some discomfort but it wouldn't last this long????? And I feel like something is squeezing down on my stomach and it's creating a lump in my throat, I can drink water and liquids fine, but as it goes down, it makes me really bloated after only a few sips. I can't tell if this is like indigestion, or reflux, my reflux feels like a heart attack. I don't know whether or not to call, I don't feel like it's an emergency, just really feels weird and kinda uncomfortable. I didn't have anything yesterday that would warrant a slip, the only thing I can think of is that I haven't been chewing as weel as I know I should be. But I don't have a fill, and have become a little lazy, can anyone please help?? Just freaking out here a bit.... -
i go today for my pre -admission testing. my surgery is june 12th. i also start my 2 weeks of liquid diet which is slim fast, sf pudding, sf applesauce, Water stuff like that. wish me luck.
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pre op diet blue's
BeckyinTn replied to serenityyyy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am on day 6 of the Atkins Induction diet. It is mostly lean meat, fish, eggs ( all you want) and cheese plus some veggies and No fruit or carbs. So far so good I have to do this for 2 more weeks then I am on shakes for 2 weeks ( oh joy!). Right now I am doing a shake for breakfast, and then lean meat for lunch and a small salad and lean meat for dinner. Does anyone have any good shakes they can recommend. I have tried Slim Fast Creamy Vanilla and I don't care for them! Thanks and Good luck to everyone!! -
Hi Becky. I'm Becky too. I just completed day 13 of my 23 day pre-op diet. I am drinking a shake for breakfast, a shake for lunch, and then 6 to 8 oz. of protein (chicken, fish), unlimited green vegetables, and 1 cup of fruit for dinner.... doctor's orders. I drink Atkins Advantage shakes. I think they are good. I like the chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. I tried the chocolate mocha and it was OK, but I like the chocolate better. I ordered chocolate caramel mocha but they haven't come yet. They are not quite as easy to find as Slim Fast and they don't seem to go on sale as often, if ever.... but I've been drinking them for almost 2 weeks now and still like them. You might not, but you could try them. Good luck to you!!!!!
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Hello Bansters, it has been 17 days since being banded and I feel as though I'm not losing the weight fast enough. My doctor will not do a fill until 8/11 d/t some swelling i still have in my abdomen. Can someone give me some encouragement on how and what to eat? I am so hungry all the time and constantly, constantly think about food. I go back to work tomorrow and really not feeling that because I wanted to be a tad bit smaller than what I am. My pre op weight was 253 and now I am 237. I guess that's pretty good, but my appetite is there and full blown. :biggrin:
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Loose skin. I don't know of anyone who loves it. However, I'd rather have the loose skin that all of the fat that used to fill it. I believe that there are many factors: How long you've been obese How much weight you lose How fast you lose the weight Personally, I think genetics play a role How elastic your skin is. Given your stats I wouldn't think that loose skin will be major for you. I say all of this as I, personally am heading for skin removal surgery this summer. UGH! Keep posting and letting us know how you and your skin are doing.
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can you get stuck on protien shakes?
Teacher07 replied to kjd612's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My band is really tight so sometimes if I drink something too fast it doesn't go anywhere. I picture it to be like a small funnel in my stomach and if I pour to fast it will flood over. I wouldn't say you are "stuck" because liquids will eventually pass through but I would pass on the strawberry. -
LOL I wanted "unleashing the skinny bitch" but it wouldn't fit! I called my nurse about this litttle pain I get every once in awhile...apparently I'm drinking too fast/too big of gulps. Back to sipping I go!
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Are You Making Good Food Choices?
georgia girl replied to rousselin02's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I can definitely relate. My problem has always been sweets. I am not exaggerating when I say this....it's like a drug to me. I've struggled with it my whole life and I still do. I would mainly eat them late at night. One would lead to another, then another, then another....you get my drift. I had a cupcake at my son's birthday party the other night and that one little cupcake triggered my cravings. That is why I am now doing a liquid detox for a couple of days. I find it best to stay away from them altogether! A couple of suggestions: 1. Go to bed earlier if you are a night time eater. I have found that if I go to bed when my husband does, I don't have a problem. I do, however, have trouble falling asleep so I bring my iPad to bed with me and doodle on that until I get sleepy. I find that getting away from the kitchen at night is a huge help! 2. Go get a fill if you are not tight enough. BUT, a fill will not solve your problem if you are just going to break the rules and eat around the band. All the fills in the world won't help the head hunger. 3. Try adding more lean Protein into your diet. It will keep you satisfied longer. 4. Try to find a hobby that will keep you busy so you don't have a lot of down time. I love to do crafts, so I try to work on my projects while I watch tv, so I don't give in to snacking. Eating while watching TV is one of the worst things we can do. We focus more on the tv and pay less attention to how much we eat. 5. You can still have your burger and fries. Make it yourself. Use lean ground beef, chicken, or turkey. Make baked sweet potato fries instead of driving through a fast food restaurant. There are ton's of healthy recipe substitutes out there for typical junk food. The main thing to remember is....You can do this! Yes, there will be set backs. Pick yourself back up and keep going! It's not easy, but you can do it. None of us got fat overnight, so why would anyone think that we can undo all the damage overnight. Success is a journey, not a destination. Focus on the process! Best of luck to you! -
Missy constantly gave her best friend Janet a hard time about her vertical sleeve operation. Although Janet was losing weight and feeling good, Missy relished pointing out that Janet took the "easy way out' and should have had enough will power to lose weight "the normal way". Janet loved her life-long friend Missy but was thinking about dumping her as a friend because of the abuse. A strange light awoke Missy one night and a feeling of travelling very fast came over her. It only lasted about 10 seconds. Missy shrugged it off and went back to sleep. When she went to her refrigerator the next morning it was nearly empty. When she walked outside she found an odd futuristic setting, nothing was the same. She tried to find out what was happening from her strange neighbors but they refused to talk to her and appeared angry. She found her way to the indoctrination center that had replaced the library and accessed the computer. She discovered she was in the year 2514, there had been a huge food shortage, the world government "encouraged" everyone to get a Vertical Sleeve Gastronomy to cut down on food use. Those who refused were treated as selfish pigs and called glutton bellies and enemies of the people. They were accused of taking "the easy way out" and were shunned because they refused to do things "the normal way". Missy went to the bathroom and checked her belly, no scars like Janet had, she was in trouble. She woke up in a cold sweat. Food was in the fridge, back to 2013, it was all a dream. She called Janet and arranged a lunch date and then called a florist to surprise her at work. Janet got her friend back, Missy woke up.
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You didn't make up a word, that's a real word but Versed doesn't do that. When someone is going to have surgery often times the way drugs are given is Versed is first. That puts you to sleep, it's a benzo or in the Valium family. It works hard and fast, but not long. It zonks you out. Then you are given a paralytic so that you can be intubated (assuming intubation is necessary, many docs are using a special face mask that doesn't require a tube going down to your lungs such as my doc for banding procedures), then gas to keep you asleep.
