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mgbenavides2003    0

mgbenavides2003
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I had lap band done last December and I have only lost 20 lbs with it that's including pre op also I am slowly gaining back. I have no motivation at all. My eating habits are not good. I can't seem to get myself back on track and no motivation for exercise. I need a buddy to keep me in track to keep me in check. I feel so depressed. I haven't had a fill in over a month and only upto 5 cc. Help!!!!

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GuyMontag    1,264

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Back in the day chat used to be very helpful to motivate me. However, chat isn't what it used to be so you may want to consider some type of local support group. Most weight loss clinics offer support groups and they are a great way to get ideas and to stay accountable. Unfortunately, the band does take a lot of work on your part and constant adjustments/fills are key to early success as well as diet and exercise changes. I've found that the best diets for me are the South Beach or the Atkins because they are very band friendly and Protein heavy. Stick with it but definitely get some support! Good luck.

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grace24ann    18

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Where are u located ?

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MiniMi    1,468

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I had lap band done last December and I have only lost 20 lbs with it that's including pre op also I am slowly gaining back. I have no motivation at all. My eating habits are not good. I can't seem to get myself back on track and no motivation for exercise. I need a buddy to keep me in track to keep me in check. I feel so depressed. I haven't had a fill in over a month and only upto 5 cc. Help!!!!

Call your doctor. You are their walking referral and they want you to succeed. They can get you in for another fill. They know that the band is not a cure all and will support you and help you to succeed.

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lafaye999    32

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You should be doing the following:

Journaling or logging your meals

Journaling or logging your exercise

Are you active enough?

Are you doing what you should?

Attending support meeting/groups for lapband

Discussing your concerns with your doctor.

Before going to doctor I write down all my questions and concerns. When he ask if I have any....I tell him to brace himself. Remember, this is your lifestyle change and you have to live with it.

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Ditto on Minimi. Call your doctor or at least schedule an appt with your nutritionist. Nutritionists are a great source for those of us who get stuck or slide back into old habits.

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        Life as a big person had limited my life to what I knew I could manage to do each day. That was eat. I hadn't anything else to look forward to. So my eating choices were the best I could dream up. I planned the cooking in managable lots in my head and filled my day with and around it.

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