I was banded on 10/17 - inamed 4cc band (I think)

I have about 2cc's in there - Last Friday they increased me from 1.8 - 2.0 -

I think I have lost about 46 lbs total, including the 15 before surgery. :thumbup:

Slow losing but that is one of the reasons I went with the band instead of the bypass - for slow loss.

As of 2 days ago, I can eat more than ever - weird. No sticking, not satisfied, I don't know what the heck is going on. I had been quite restricted prior to that.

Anyway, maybe I need another fill to get to where I need to be.

The biggest issue I have right now is that my nails are spliting and cracking and dry as heck. My hair is also drier than the usual dry...

Anyone else hve that issue and a resolution? Any thoughts.

B

I had my 1st fill on Wed and when I talked to the aftercare person she told me that if I didn't take in my 50-60g of protein a day I would start seeing brital nails, hair loss, saggy skin, etc. So are you getting enough protein? If not that might be your problem.

Are you tracking Protein intake, for the hair and nails?

Don't know why your restriction level would go down.

You've lost 34 pounds post op, I would consider that average and not really slow.

I thought I was getting enough Protein. I eat it and drink it, but maybe I better pay closer atention to it and add more each day.

I guess i thought I was losing a little slower than others but maybe just being hard on myself.

I am joining a "boot camp" group exercise class in my area starting on Monday so maybe that will get my metabolism going.

Another fill. More exercise. Additional protein.

That is where I take myself starting today.

Thank you.

Just track your portien for a couple days and you'll know if you're getting enough.

If I have a day where I'm worried about getting enough in, I drink a glass Of the Isopure CLEAR. In 10 oz. I get 20 gms of Protein and only 80 calories.

Just had a glass for b'fast. Added bonus the protein keeps you satisfied.

Perfect choice for that late afternon time, when we crave something.

In the Burgh-

Where are you taking boot camp? Neville Island?

sorry - I haven't been back here since before you posted. I take it at the Mt. Lebanon JCC.