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I haven't been banded yet so I'm not speaking from experience yet but I think you are being too hard on yourself. You are human and it's only natural to indulge a little, especially this time of year. I personally think that it is ok to have a treat now an then, it's when you are so strict that when you have a slip you fall all the way down is what got most of us to where we are. I think that if you are feeling like you are on a diet then you are approaching it wrong. Remember weight loss is about burning more calories than you take in. The problem with bad calories is that they don't give you the energy you need to be able to burn them off. Don't feel bad about having one chocolate covered cherry, just be happy that you can't eat 10 or 15. It's feeling bad about that one that will lead you down that bad path. Also there are a few thread about eating and drinking at the same time and it seems that most people like you have a sip or two while eating. Like you I think it is unrealistic.to not drink at all but as long as you are drinking no more than a small sip or two then you are ok. When it comes to the pizza don't get too upset about it, first of all think about how much pizza you could eat before the band, now think realistically about how much you could eat now. Did you go from 3 (or possibly more) slices to 1/4 or 1/2 of a slice? If so that the power of the band, think about how many calories you just saved, realize that if you do only have 1/2 a slice that you will feel as full as you did before the band, and still have the same flavor. I don't think that there is anything wrong with taking a slice cutting it in half and eating the cheese and toppings first (protein!) and maybe a bite of bread if you know you can handle it. If you also plan your other meals of the day around that then you will not go over your calories, you can also build in a little extra exercise for the pay (park a little farther away or walk a little faster than usual) Your experience at Cheesecake Factory is a great example of how great the band is, you were able to eat out with a friend, have a totally satisfying meal, and didn't have a boat load of calories. I went to the Cheesecake factory this past weekend and I'm pretty sure that I blew 700 calories before we were done with our appetizers. It's good that you realize this early that you might be becoming obsessed with food in a bad way because now you try to stop it before it becomes a problem. I think the first thing to keep in mind is remembering how much you could eat before and how impossible it is to eat that much before. Also if I remember correctly you haven't been cleared to exercise yet so that hasn't been able to help you yet so imagine how much more you will lose when that comes into play.

LOL! "I'm a tree" Well if you're an everyday tree than I'm a sequoia because I'm 6'1!! and haven't seen 192 since the 3rd grade!!! I Have been moving up the scale since. Now after 2 babies and a wonderful life I'm in the 300's and well...height doesn't hide everything (as you can attest to :-) Anyway, have you decided to get the surgery or are you still researching?

sorry you had such an icky day, sending hugs down your way, promise your mom you'll listen to her concerns if she'll listen to the dr at the info seminar. seems like if she was so taken with dr oz's opinion, then she should be just as interested in the drs opinion at the seminar and the monthly support groups. its your body and you have to do whats best for your body., but i think you'd both be happier with her support. Go for it ! Best of luck to you !

Congrats on your weight loss. I soooo know how you are feeling. My first 2 weeks were so so, After the gas subsided I was able to start resuming my daily activities. My best advice to you is "go slow". You might feel good one day and blah the next. Remember, you had surgery not that long ago and your body is still mending. Keep us informed how your doing and again congrats!!

Did u get lapband surgery? If so its this thing called PB, productive burping yet with out the burping. It means u need to basically spit it up, i normally called it throwing up but its soo not the same thing. It felt like pressure right? I cant stand it, if u did get lapband surgery this is why n it willl happen quit a bit, just chew n eat slower. But if u didnt have lapband then i just talked to myself lol.

I think that your Mum should just turn off Dr Oz. I beleieve he is a complete and utter quack and most of the stuff on his show is rubbish. I did watch about 5 minutes of the show that showed these supposed lapband patients and the couple of teaspoons of food that they eat daily. That is so false, that is not what a band is about and that is not how we eat.

I just read an article in a recent Prevention magazine by Dr Oz and he said that weight loss surgery is not recommended often enough by doctors as a long term solution to obesity. I'm sure I still have that issue at home so I'm going look for it tonight and I'll repost.

Congratulations....you r on a terrific road. I had my surgery almost 6 months ago.....down 104# this morning. A good thing for your gas pain.....heating pad! It has become my best friend. Since losing the body fat, I am cold more and snuggle with it often. I ate alot of popcicles, course with it being winter, it could make you cold. Just make sure you are getting lots and lots of protein, because by 3months out you will start noticing a little hair lose. Lots and lots of shakes. My only problem is I'm 20-30# away from goal and I added some carbs and I keep losing. I want to know how to stop. As for anyone with the loose bowel syndrome..........yogurt! Greek is the best it has more protein. Good Luck everyone and Merry Christmas!