anniemac
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About anniemac
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Advanced Member
- Birthday 12/09/1958
About Me
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Biography
Husband name is Lee. Mother of four, ages 24,19,17,14.
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Interests
Shopping, reading, more shopping.
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Occupation
Realtor
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City
Orange Park
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State
FL
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Zip Code
32068
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anniemac started following just had surgery yesterday, List One Thing!!!!! ************ !!!!!!, Migraines? who suffers like me? and and 7 others
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I have suffered from migraines for 20 years. Classic symptoms. I have found that taking the Excedrin Migraine really helps if I take it when I first feel the tingling. I also use Imitrex "Nasal". It is super good and clars a migraine in minutes. I haven't had but one migraine since my diet changed. Mine were REALLY REALLY bad so don't discount the Excedrine Migraine as a possible solution.
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List One Thing!!!!! ************ !!!!!!
anniemac replied to want2beme's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I fit comfortably in an airline seat -
How do you "doctor" your cottage cheese?
anniemac replied to crikkit's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I put a little starbucks sugar free cinnamon dolce syrup in it. Ann -
Help Help Help Hurry Hurry Hurry
anniemac replied to WASaBubbleButt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
You can get the cake at 1800flowers.com -
Help Help Help Hurry Hurry Hurry
anniemac replied to WASaBubbleButt's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Probably to late. Last year my friend sent me flowers in the shape of a birthday cake. It was so nice and lots of fun. If you can change the arangement you sent "the cake" is a winner. Anniemac -
Dr Cywes is awesome. He banded me on 4/30 at memorial. His staff is polite and professional. Call and make an appointment. You be glad you did. Feel free to ask me any questions about his service. Ann
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How Many Calories Do You Consume On An AVERAGE Day?
anniemac replied to WASaBubbleButt's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Adorable, you may need another fill but try to cut the calories first. It really worked for me. I also find that keeping things really simple helps me. I have an Atkins shake at 8am and another 4 hours later at 12 noon. That way I do not put myself in danger of larger portions. Most evenings I have another shake. (I have a husband and 4 kids, a full time job etc etc etc). When I make dinner for the family I keep handy a measure for two tablespoons (1/8 cup) and if I want to eat what they are eating I limit myself. Plan to suceed by having sugar free jello, ice pops and broth at home. I also keep sliced chicken or turkey for a snack at 60 cals a portion. There is no secret to losing - the carbs are the focus for me. I wish I had started this weight loss plan years ago. I have spent 10 years focusing on low fat. All I did was gain. I also have bought several books and I am educating myself on carbs and weight loss/gain. Also...I have a goal sheet that takes me through the end of the year losing 3 lbs a week. You are so close to being under 200 that I know you can get there if you really try. I challenge you to get under 200 by September 1. Can you see yourself in a smaller size. Not having to shop in the Plus dept? Get that picture in your mind and you'll be able to do it. Are you adding up everything? Remember if you only cheat one day a week that adds up to 52 days a year which is almost two months of cheating. In two months you could lose 25 lbs. I can tell by your posts that you really want this. You go for it girl - you've already lost weight so you know you can do it. Good luck, I'm getting off the soap box now. Ann -
Debbie, I was banded April 30 2007 and had a similar experience to you. It took five weeks for me to heal. It's hard when others that were banded at the same time as you are getting fills and you can't. I had my first fill on Tuesday of this week which was 6 weeks after surgery. My doctor is working with me to get me to my "sweet spot" on schedule. Good luck. Ann
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How Many Calories Do You Consume On An AVERAGE Day?
anniemac replied to WASaBubbleButt's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
PS I haven't had a fill yet (scheduled Tuesday !!). My plan is to lower my intake o 500 - 600 at that time. -
How Many Calories Do You Consume On An AVERAGE Day?
anniemac replied to WASaBubbleButt's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am sticking to around 700 per day. It make it easier for me to plan my day if I have an idea of what I'm doing as far as food goes. I've settled into 20 carbs, 30 fat grams and 90 protein as a goal. Works out to be just over 700 calories. I saw this breakdown on another web site and it works good for me. My doc says up to 30 carbs so i do have a significant cushion. -
Shrinking Violets -- April 07 Bandsters
anniemac replied to TracyinKS's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Quick update on Shrinking Violets: What was your date of surgery? April 30 How much liquid is in your band? No fill yet How much weight have you lost? 25 lbs Congratulations and good luck to all. -
Silry, Leedorr said exactly what I would have told you. WAS a Bubble Butt also gave you the right answer. Now it's up to you. I would add to lookout for hidden carbs For my first couple of weeks I did not track and weigh everything exactly - now I do. Good luck. Ann
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How Many Calories Do You Consume On An AVERAGE Day?
anniemac replied to WASaBubbleButt's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Adorable, we are in the same boat. I had my surgery done 4/30 and have gone from 296.5 to 280 - 281.5 (about 15 lbs) Although I am happy with the total weight loss I am still frustrated, like you are, that I haven't seen any significant loss in over a week. My goal was 20 lbs in the first month post op). I am eating no more than 600 - 900 calories a day. A shake for breakfast and another for lunch with some chicken or fish and vegs for dinner. Sugar free jello or broth to stop the hunger. I am drinking 4 x 16 oz water every day. So my plan like yours is to kick in some exercise. I am going to my doctor tomorrow for the 30 day check up and hopefully for a fill that will give me some restriction. Hang in there for a few more days and I'm sure you will see some loss. I am tracking my food intake on FitDay - Free Weight Loss and Diet Journal, it seems to help me stay focused. Although my scales are telling me there is no loss my head is telling me that it has to show up real soon because I have changed my eating habits. Please post if you have a pound or two loss. I'm sure there are many people out there just like us who would be encouraged by knowing you have gotten over this early plateau. -
I was banded 4/30 and have felt great. The biggest change so far for me has been that my feet don't swell now. I am able to get into my heels and wear them ALL day. What other benifits have you'all seen? anniemac