I was banded in 2008 and lost about 60 lbs that year, right around my 1 yr mark, I got over-tight and started having "night cough", regular vomiting etc. I waited to long to deal with it and had to have 1/2 my liquid taken out. Fast forward 6 months. I am back at an optimum fill and can not lose any more, I gain and lose the same 3 lbs each month.

here is what I know...I eat TOO many carbs, my exercise is irregular at best, and I drink Alcohol (not too much)

Has anyone been there? how did you break through?

I am sorry to be this blunt but "STOP EATING TOO MANY CARBS!"

Eat your Proteins first and that will leave less room for the carbs.

Ok, when I am on a plateau, it really is usually because I have slipped into being lazy about my eating habits. In order to "re-set" myself, I do a few days of liquid, then move to mushies, and then work back to Proteins, the way I did in the beginning after surgery, but not the same length of time. For me, it helps me get re-acquainted with my band, and I spend that time listening to my body and my band so that we have a better relationship.

That is just my method. I have had so many plateaus, I can't count them anymore.

I wish you luck!

yeah, I agree. Do that 5 day pouch test!:thumbup:

I have found it very difficult to focus too, especially after a length of time of not loosing because I'm not paying attention. Kick start by doing the 5 day pouch test....you can find info on the web...basically going back to the start and doing liquids, mushies, etc.

I just got a really good fill and I think I'm at my sweet spot, not really sure yet, but it's just been a little over a week. I'm also slogging my way through Beck Diet Solutions and there are some great trips for dieting and staying on track. Despite the band and people saying it's a lifestyle change...which is true, it's still dieting. You have to watch what you eat.

People here can help inspire you, but you are the one that has to do the work. Best wishes to you.

Kirafiki, ypur plan sounds do-able. I've been battling the same 5 # range for 6 months. I've dropped 2 sizes, had 3 fills, and had surgery(gall bladder) - but the scale doesn't move. Need to go back to basics.

ok, when i am on a plateau, it really is usually because i have slipped into being lazy about my eating habits. In order to "re-set" myself, i do a few days of liquid, then move to mushies, and then work back to Proteins, the way i did in the beginning after surgery, but not the same length of time. For me, it helps me get re-acquainted with my band, and i spend that time listening to my body and my band so that we have a better relationship.

That is just my method. I have had so many plateaus, i can't count them anymore.

I wish you luck!

great job,i really admire your success