Hey 50 & over gang We have a new spot

[livn4jesus 0]

Orea: I'm praying that God will reveal himself and guide your husband to that very special job he has picked out for your DH. I know it's hard when it's happening to you, but God does have it under control.

I'm glad you are recovering quickly. The weight will start to come off again, give your body time to readjust.

[wvgirl54 0]

Hello everyone, I am new to this board and am very much over 50 (57) I had lap band surgery August 22, 2008. I am losing very slow when I go back to the doctor for fills he says don't give up but again he makes me feel like I have failed this surgery I weight 319lbs. before I went for surgery and at my checkup I weigh302 lbs, now I weight 273lbs. Anyone have any suggestions? do you know what the 5 day pouch is? Thanks for listening. wvgirl

[livn4jesus 0]

Hi WVgirl: Welcome to the sight. My philosophy is, if you're losing weight then things are good. You're not gaining and you will always eat the way you are now.

If you want to make sure you're eating like you should, count your calories and see what you are eating. Are you getting you 70-90 gms of protien per day? That was the most important aspect for me. With the Protein, I feel full, without, I am hungry.

Good Luck,

Susan

[marketmillie 0]

Dumb question: what is PBing?

[JoannMarie 0]

WVgirl - Math is not my strongest talent, but a quick figuring tells me your average loss over the last 8-9 months is a little over 5 pounds a month. I just saw my doctor for a tiny fill on Wednesday. Since my last fill I have been losing at a little less than that (4+ pounds a month). The PA said that is fine - anything in the range of 1-2 pounds a week is a good loss. Losing more slowly can be frustrating (esp since several people on this thread lose faster than that!), but you have to look at the whole picture. You will lose over 52 pounds in a year at 1+ pound a week. Keep following the rules, make sure you are getting the necessary Protein. Track your intake to make sure you are within the calorie range you should be in (most docs recommend between 800-1100 a day with a bump up for a day every once in a while - this reassures the body it is not starving and does not need to hold on to every last drop of ugly fat). While tracking calories, be sure to track your protein, too. You can find the pouch test by searching for pouch test on google. Lots of folks have found that helpful in getting back on track if they have lost their way. But above all - don't worry if you are not losing as fast as you would like (I personally would like to lose 5 pounds or more every WEEK! - not going to happen...) Your doctor should be applauding your success not making you feel guilty about losing at a rate that is perfectly acceptable and actually recommended by the companies that make the bands. We are not in a race, honey, and we are headed in the right direction.

Hooray for us!

[Elayne 0]

Just a long overdue update.

I had my first fill (3cc) little over 2 weeks ago.

Virtually NO restriction (unless I forget and guzzle Water after a satisfying bout of gardening)

I'm losing weight at a comfortable weight - but on primarily on will-power.

My next appt for check-up and a probable fill is early September.

I'd like to move the fill forward a bit -

How soon is too soon?

I'm planning a wandering trip to Lake Superior in mid-July and don't want to be tempted by treats along the way.

Will Power is great - but I need the extra help of the band!

[JoannMarie 0]

Elayne, I had the same experience. First fill was 3cc and not much restriction, if any. My doc sets fills about a month apart for the first 3, and will do them closer if necessary. She wants you to give the fill time to settle in, swelling go down, etc., but they will go in 2 weeks if really necessary. My 2nd fill was after 1 month, another 2cc, and just a bit more restriction. The 3rd fill, after 3 weeks, was 1 cc. and was great. That carried me through till last Wed. The PA gave me just .5cc, and I am perfect (restriction-wise, that is). I feel great, love my band, and we are working perfectly together. I have an appointment for 12 weeks from now. It remains to be seen if I will need another fill, but they want me to come in and do the followup thing.

I would call the doctor's office and ask if you can get a fill a week or so before your trip. Don't do this too close to leaving town, as you may have a problem getting in somewhere to have some taken out if you are too tight.

Lake Superior area is my favorite place in all the world. I grew up on the North Shore (transplanted as a kid from Kentucky - also beautiful!). I hope you have a great trip and wonderful weather. Take a light jacket and rain gear, though - summer weather can be cool and rainy sometimes. My friend in Duluth wrote on Facebook this morning they had frost last night, 80's predicted for next week! Lake Superior weather is fickle... Have fun!

[Great2BThin 5]

Elayne, in the beginning I got fills 2 weeks apart. I think my first 3 were that way, then I had some restriction and went a little longer. Sept seems a long time to wait, especially if you aren't feeling much restriction.

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

With the 5 day pouch test you do 2 days Liquid Protein, 2 days soft Protein, things like tuna, then one day hard protein like chicken. No carbs.

Glad everyone is still happy with their band.

I am loving the sleeve. It's so great never to think about food anymore.

My dad died unexpectedly while I was in Arizona visiting him. Normally, I would really be doing some emotional eating but I haven't . When they remove that hormone

with the sleeve, it really is true that it takes away the appetite. I just love it.

I have lost all the weight Igainded back when I had to have most of my fill removed.

[Charlene K 1]

With the 5 day pouch test you do 2 days liquid Protein, 2 days soft protein, things like tuna, then one day hard protein like chicken. No carbs.

Glad everyone is still happy with their band.

I am loving the sleeve. It's so great never to think about food anymore.

My dad died unexpectedly while I was in Arizona visiting him. Normally, I would really be doing some emotional eating but I haven't . When they remove that hormone

with the sleeve, it really is true that it takes away the appetite. I just love it.

I have lost all the weight Igainded back when I had to have most of my fill removed.

So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You were a devoted daughter.

Yeah, my husband is on a liquid diet for Gastric bypass on the 17th. I tried to stay on it with him , but I need to eat at least once a day because I am getting hungry. I must say I am doing much better staying on track since I don't have to cook. I get a fill on thursday.

[madamesuzanne 0]

Oregondaisy you said <With the 5 day pouch test you do 2 days liquid Protein, 2 days soft protein, things like tuna, then one day hard protein like chicken. No carbs.> What is that pouch test is for?

Madame Suzanne

[Jersey Girl 0]

:wub:Hello, All!

Am celebrating my two-week anniversary of banding here in the glamorous Garden State! Feel okay. Took a week off then worked 1/days for three days. Some days I feel very high energy, others not so much. have only had one bad experieince so far - rice! Can't do it. Just forgot and took a few forkfuls. Not sick, just VERY uncomfortable and full. Lesson learned. Tried new Special K crackers - 19 equal 90 calories- with some cheese for a snack. Pretty good and crispy.

Hoping to be able to go swimming soon. Pants feeling a bit loose...

Looking forward to less of me,

Maureen

[pennreporter 12]

Congrats Maureen! I'm in the Poconos. So almost a neighbor. I'm impressed that you get rice already. I was banded June 1, this past Monday but I have to stay with liquids for two weeks AGAIN, thank you very much. Although not a real issue because not hungry yet anyway.

I'm hoping when I go for follow-up next Tuesday he will progress me to next food stage where I get at least eggs and cottage cheese...whoo hoo.

Good going girl

Trisha

[lompocbander 1]

Hello everyone, I am new to this board and am very much over 50 (57) I had lap band surgery August 22, 2008. I am losing very slow when I go back to the doctor for fills he says don't give up but again he makes me feel like I have failed this surgery I weight 319lbs. before I went for surgery and at my checkup I weigh302 lbs, now I weight 273lbs. Anyone have any suggestions?

VWGirl,

You are doing GREAT! Like JoannMarie says, it is not a race! I, too, am a very slow loser, but your loss of 1 pound or so a week is perfect! Think of the long term, not the short term.

I've FINALLY got some restriction, though not a lot, but even with that I can finally get the benefit from having the band. For the first time (since I first got fat) I am eating "normally" and not having to count every calorie; now I eat my Protein, then my veges, and if I have a little more room, I have some really small portion of whatever else is available. No more need for bread, rice and other fillers to get full--how wonderful!

My nutritionist has me on 1100 to 1200 calories per day, which is easy for me to do. I am losing slower than you are-- I've been at the same weight for three weeks now--but I figure every week that I don't gain weight and don't have to focus on food all day long is a great week for me. And, since I can get the band adjusted, I know I can lose weight after I get restriction, so all in all I am a really happy bandster!

And we're all over 50 in this group so don't feel alone there! You know it is much harder for us older folks to lose the weight, so be proud of every ounce and don't try to race--you're doing PERFECT just as you are! :blushing:

[livn4jesus 0]

Oregondaisy: I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Were you with him when it happened?

I am glad to hear you are happy with your sleeve. Keep up the good work.