Hi everyone. My name is Sandy and I live in Bremerton, WA. I was banded in Oct of 2006 but have only lost 50 lbs. I am really discouraged but it is my own fault. I overeat, eat emotionally, and am currently not exercising.

I do have a legitimate problem though. I am allergic to eggs, peanuts, and dairy, (not with upset stomach that people take pills for, but full-blown allergy to dairy). So I have a real difficult time with trying to figure out what I can eat. I do eat eggs sometimes and they don't bother me or at least what I can see. So many things have milk or cheese in them.

Does anyone else have this problem or can help me? I also would like some help on "sample meals". And then there is the problem of support. I guess I need someone that is successful to talk too.

:thumbup: I hope it's okay to ask this. Its says at the top to post an article. Obviously this is not an article so if I am doing the wrong thing, please let me know. Thank you. :thumbup:

nana,

you may do better getting answers in the nutrition forum.

What about chicken, ground beef, pork? There are vegetables and fruits you should be able to get down.

I feed a boy with severe allergies, include soy, corn, wheat, dairy.

We are able to get food in him, potatoes, rice, meat and produce. It is a challenge but it can be done.

If you've not considered it, perhaps therapy for emotional eating will do you well.

Good luck.