Hi, I got banded on October 7th at TLC Edge. I've been reading different topics on the site & thought I should go ahead and sign up. It's been two weeks, not having any problems but not losing any weight. What's up with that?

Are you still on Liquids or on to the mushy(puree stage now)? Are you walking, getting in plenty of protein and walking some more. Since you cant do any exersize except walking and your isometrics to ward off those blood clots. You are still in the beginning stages, be patien and walk some more. lots of fluids. your main objective now is to heal and get your strength back slowly. You still have alot of internal swelling that you don't see. To keep the gas at bay walk lots of little short walks during the day and add about 5 minutes each day. Protein to heal, walking for the gas. liquids to keep you hydrated.

Great advice bandfun4me. I will definitely follow it whan I get banded November 11. PWL, Protien, Walking, Liquids.

Thanks

Thanks for the advice. I have not been doing any formal exercise at all, and know I need to do that.

Any suggestions regarding carbs? Seems like I added carbs after surgery and stopped losing weight. I'm almost 3 weeks post surgery, I've got no restrictions, seems like I can eat about 2+ cups of anything without a problem. I haven't tried any raw veggies yet, or nuts or cheese.

Hi New Kid,

Congrat's on your band. Mine was on Oct 17th Dr. says yes you can still eat but if you want this to successful eat SMALL amounts not 2plus cups at a sitting. Eat often chew to baby food consistancy. And don't allow yourself to feel hungry so you will eat fast and a lot. You should be getting yourself in condition for your fills. Then your life will turn around if you let it. I have read some people can still eat foottlong subs. And they are wondering why they not losing either. Please make this a fun and rewarding experience for yourself. Eat very small amounts and at least 6 times or more a day. Get the vitamins in as well.Only you can do it for yourself keep us posted good luck

I've got no restrictions, seems like I can eat about 2+ cups of anything without a problem. I haven't tried any raw veggies yet, or nuts or cheese.

Hey I am very concerned that you are putting 2 cups full in at any one meal. in a 3 meal day. Your pouch will be stretched to smithereens and no wonder you will have to eat more and more to satisfy yourself.

The band is a tool and will not do the job for you. Some restraint is NEEDED.

Deb

My doctor told me to exercise when i felt better so i started walking right away and then moved to the treadmill at 2 weeks at 3 weeks i was ridin the bike and the eliptical (exercise when u feel comfortable) with food wise by doctors orders i eat 6 meals a day (3 meals 3 snacks) no more than a cup of food per serving i usually go between 1/4 and a 1 cup depending on how i feel full wise..good luck