I was banded August 3 & seem to be doing pretty well. I have lost 28 pounds, and I am still on the full liquid part of the post op diet. I went back to work last week, and worked half days, would come home and take a nap. Yesterday I was so tired all day!! Today I seem to be better, but then again it is 8:15 a.m. I would like some suggestions on getting some energy back, and not being so tired.
I would like to know what everyone has used on liquid diets. Some of the protien drinks, broth and jello are getting a litle boring.... lol. Any ideas would be appreciated!
I am new to blogging, but gotta start somewhere. I am thinking pretty seriously about having the lap band done. I am curious to know how many times you have to go to the doctor after the surgery? I could have it done about 80 miles from where I live, but if I go 140 miles I can get it done cheaper. Thanks for any feed back.
The month of June has passed pretty fast. When setting up appointments you think that a month out is quite a while to wait, but it does go fast. On the 6th on go in for my pre op testing and some have wondered if I will pass the psychology test! :cool: I have the support of my family & friends & even though we kid alot with each other I know they are going to be here for me.
I pray that after I go through with the surgery that I will be able to take the weight off. I keep telling myself that it is a "tool" to help me loose the weight. I want to be healthy again & be able to get out and enjoy life. I start having doubts about the surgery when I read or talk to people who are negative about how effective the surgery will be. I enjoy reading the posts on here, and it is helpful to read what others have gone through. Good luck to each of you!!
I have a question. Did anyone try diet pills before having the lap band? I have been on diet pills before and do well with them. They help control the appetite, & I was able to loose weight. Then when I would go off of the diet pill my weight would come back on. My question is with the lap band can it be compared to that of a diet pill as far as it helping control your hunger?
Today I had my visit with my Doctor, and have my surgery date set. I am finished with all my pre op tests & ready to go. I am wondering if I am doing the right thing by having the lap band surgery. I have been telling myself that the lap band is going to be a tool to help me lose the weight . I hope that I have the will power that is going to be needed to use the lap band the way it should be used.