Hey everyone! I know that October seems like forever away, but I was just seeing if there is anyone out there that wants some help and support through the long days leading up to the best thing that will every happen to us!? Can't wait to hear some support and excitement.

Hello All...

Got a question. How does everyone do with rice?

Mom is making Broccoli, Rice, and Cheese Casserole just for me, and I don't want it to go to waste. I've heard some people have issues with rice.

I think I may have to have some liquid taken out. I can't eat anything, but I'm not really eating anyway. Can't decided if it is going to get better or not.

Penny

They told me to stay away from both broccoli and rice.... I haven't tried to eat either yet am too afraid... good luck

Penny

They told me to stay away from both broccoli and rice.... I haven't tried to eat either yet am too afraid... good luck

It's been about two months sense I was banded and I can eat just about anything. Beans & rice is one of my faverites as long as there is some type of meat in it. My daughter made some home made beans & rice last week and a couple weeks ago I baught some store baught Beans & Rice. Have not had any problems so far.

Hang it there, things can only get better. :tongue_smilie:

Don

It's been about two months sense I was banded and I can eat just about anything. Beans & rice is one of my faverites as long as there is some type of meat in it. My daughter made some home made beans & rice last week and a couple weeks ago I baught some store baught Beans & Rice. Have not had any problems so far.

Hang it there, things can only get better.

Well that is encouraging! Thanks for letting me know it gets better! LOL I survived the holidays and didn't gain any weight so i am thrilled!!

Can you ever eat bread again? Just curious...

Thanks MJ

forgive me...but i lost 2 pounds so i had to update my ticker!!! LOL MJ

i eat both broccoli and rice...not large amounts at one sitting and so far no problems

thanks for the help.....getting less nervous I think we will have a refrigerator which means bring back half of my dinners will be easier.......I really appreciate your suggestions

thanks

It's been about two months sense I was banded and I can eat just about anything. Beans & rice is one of my faverites as long as there is some type of meat in it. My daughter made some home made beans & rice last week and a couple weeks ago I baught some store baught Beans & Rice. Have not had any problems so far.

Hang it there, things can only get better. :huh2:

Well that is encouraging! Thanks for letting me know it gets better! LOL I survived the holidays and didn't gain any weight so i am thrilled!!

Can you ever eat bread again? Just curious...

Thanks MJ

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Yes, the little bit I know about it right now some people can't eat soft bread.:tongue2: but you can eat well toasted bread. I have tried toasted bread with my spiesual homemade tuna mix and have not had any trouble. Some time in the future I'm going to try a normal sandwich of some type or another. We always use 100% whole wheat bread.

I have already been eating some very good whole wheat creakers I found in Krogers in the Health food section I really like and can handle.

Don

Hi everyone,

Looks like no one has posted for several days. How is everyone doing? I am struggling again. I messed up on New Year's Eve. I had too many shrimp and some chips/dip. So far I have not lost anything in 2009. I need to get back on track. Has anyone else started the new year with a slow start?

I have not been good since before Christmas and have not lost anything for weeks! My family is leaving today and tomorrow I will get back on track. I can eat too much and may call about another fill before my scheduled one. I am disappointed I have not even been trying, but at least I did not gain. That is pretty amazing in itself!:tt2:

no cheating for me,i havent ever since i got the band,i get my 2 nd fill jan 21,i get weighed thursday at my dr i dont have a scale but i know ive lost and i walk 2 miles everyday rain or shine,gl all

I was banded October 20. I have had one fill on December 4. My next fill is Jan 7. The Doc said I have about 3CC in a 10cc band. He said if I did not feel much restriction to come in two weeks after the 4th. That would have been around December 18.

I said Fuggetaboutit! It was to close to Christmas. I can eat anything. There is some restriction as far as fullness. Not a lot. I decided to leave myself alone through the holiday. I was excellent up until the Dec 24. If I could eat bread, prime rib, Pasta, turkey, chicken, rice, pancakes without a problem through the holiday why mess with it.

I have lost twenty lbs so far. It should have been about 25 by Jan 7 but I am not going to sweat it.

no cheating for me,i havent ever since i got the band,i get my 2 nd fill jan 21,i get weighed thursday at my dr i dont have a scale but i know ive lost and i walk 2 miles everyday rain or shine,gl all

I am so proud of you! You have shown great restraint, commitment and good sense.

I think exercise is the key to getting over my plateau. My "current" excuse for not walking is the Northern IL winter. I know the malls are accessible for walking but it is not as inviting as the fresh air on a tolerable weather day. With new resolve, I will begin anew! I will lose another 10 pounds by March 1st. That would be 148 by March 1st (my b'day). Hold me accountable!

I've decided to consider it a major achievement that I didn't gain anything over the holidays. In years past it hasn't been unusual to see a 5-10 lb gain from Thanksgiving to New Years. So, I'm trying to give myself a break from the self-criticism for not losing anything and am getting back on the wagon - off to the gym for the third day in a row.

I often thought "if only I could just take a month off work and focus on my weight loss" but I've discovered I actually need the structure work provides. The last couple of weeks have been very hard!

Hope everyone has had a great holiday - however you all did weight-wise.

no cheating for me,i havent ever since i got the band,i get my 2 nd fill jan 21,i get weighed thursday at my dr i dont have a scale but i know ive lost and i walk 2 miles everyday rain or shine,gl all

Yea...That is great Nazzy! We each have to find our own way. I figure in no time out all I will be cut-off from certain foods with each fill...so why rush it. It happening. I probably losy a few more lbs since the fourth. I know I didn't gain.

Ohhh...and, FANTASTIC on the walking! You go girl!!!

First Holiday Season EVER that has happened!

Goo luck everyone... :cry_smile:

yeah ruby,im just so set on looking better this summer,ive got more to lose than most people,i had double knee surgery last year,and durin g that time i had added 50 pds being laided up.if not id be doing better,im not saying i havent wanted to cheat just mind is sorta set on lookin g better this summer,i do have 2 pieces sugarfree candy everynight,thats ab out it,keep me posted on ya ok,and happy new year