Still Nothing after 6cc in 11cm band

Deewillbethin · May 4, 2006

I had my second fill last Monday and still nothing. I still am the same weight I was before surgery. I am just really dissapointed in the entire process. I hope it gets better soon.

Thanks to all for your support!!!

PhotoNut · May 4, 2006

Hm, those VG bands can be tough when trying to find the right spot for restriction. *hugs* Hang in there Dee. You'll find it.

In the meantime, are you doing all you can to help things progress? Here are a few things that I know will help you if you will incorporate them into your life.

1. Do some form of exercise 30 minutes per day.

2. Drink a minimum of 64oz of Water per day.

3. Journal your food intake, every bite and every swallow.

4. Eat 1,200 calories or less per day.

5. Eat between 60-80 grams of hard Protein per day. (fish, chicken, beef, dairy)

6. Eat your Protein first.

7. Do not drink with meals, or for one hour after a meal.

8. Chew your food well. Make each meal last about 15 minutes.

I know it's not easy to do these things on your own. Heaven knows if it were we wouldn't need our band. But I believe it is a mistake to rely 100% on the band for weight loss. Success will require a change of thinking and lifestyle. Even with the band, success will not be as good without eating healthily, drinking plenty of Water and getting exercise. Our bodies were designed to require these things. And, as much as we wish it were different, it will depend on us to see that our bodies get these things so we can be healthy.

Let me know if there's anything I can do to help. *hugs*