Lakeshia

The majority of the things I eat are sugar free but every now and then I do eat something that had some kind of sugar in it (it's unavoidable). My first question is..what are considered "good sugars" and if there are no good sugars then how many grams of sugar should not be exceeded in a day. Myfitness pal says 24 grams for a 1200 calorie a day diet. Does this sound right? Second question is about carbs..myfitness pal says 165 grams a day which seems extremely high to me..how many grams of carbs is ok to eat in one day? I know that everyone body is not the same, I'm just looking for reasonable figures because I have no clue!!

Standard here..pretty simple process

I too just came from my first fill today! I asked my doc how big my band was and he told me it was 11cc. I also asked him how much fill I would be getting..I got 3.5cc which he said everyone gets the first time. He did have to numb me before he filled me because I hate needles and almost died when I saw the length of the fill needle..lol! He said I could get filled every week if necessary..but I don't think it will be. I really didn't need this one. I've lost about 40lbs since I was banded on 05/31/11.

My nutritionist told me that I should eat 3 mini meals every 3-4 hours so it sounds about right that you would get hungry about then. Some ppl can go longer before getting hungry (like me). I just got my first fill 15 mins ago but I didnt really need it. I could go all day without eating..lol. 3-4 hours sound good to me!!

After 7 weeks I am still having a hard time getting 1200 calories a day in! I get all my Fluid and Protein (60-80gm) in but everthing I drink has 0-20 calories (which is mostly Water or single packs). I usually eat 2 scrambled eggs w/cheese for Breakfast which fills me up...a sensible lunch which is between 200-350 calories..and a sensible dinner which is between 200-350 calories. I'd say that I average about 700 calories a day. Also, I try to keep everything I eat low carb/low fat/low sugar. Is this ok? I was under the impression that we needed to get in at least 1200 calories for the weight to come off. Since surgery (May 31), I have lost about 35lbs (with no fill yet) but I have stalled for the past 2 weeks. Also, besides walking, I dont do much exercise because I'm afraid to burn the calories I do get in. I just need some advice!

Lea3277..I too am trying to figure out how to see others on MyFitnessPal. I use it everyday so thats how I know what Im taking in but I would like to see what others eat. Thanks everyone for the great advice!

I was banded on 05/31/11 and have lost 30lbs so far (without a fill) but now that I am back to work (I took a month off after surgery), my schedule is super busy and I find it hard to find time to eat! I wake up around 630am to get myself and my son ready for school/work..after that it's non-stop busy-ness..lol. Can anyone recommend some ON-THE-GO foods or Snacks that are healthy AND quick (low carb/low sugar/protien). When I do eat, I rarely get hungry in between but I need something that I can eat while I am on the run!

Thanks everyone..I will try all of y'all suggestions!

Isopure 40 grams of protein in a 20 oz drink..comes in different flavors 160 calories 0 carbs..it's 100% pure whey and it tastes like kool aid and goes down easy!! Vitamin Shoppe sells it.

I also aim for 65-80 a day. Isopure @ Vitamin Shoppe make a good tasting protein drink with 40 grams of protein in one 20oz drink..different flavors too but FYI grape frost tastes the best!

I was also banded yesterday (05/31/11). Just a little soreness..feels like someone punched me in the stomach hard. Otherwise, I am walking around and drinking water. apple juice, broth, and jello. I stayed one night in the hospital and just came home around noon today. I can't seem to find a comfortable position to sleep in because I'm use to sleeping on my stomach. Otherwise, no serious gas pains or problems. Glad to see others are doing well too.

ME TOO!! Hooray!!!

I am scheduled to be banded on May 31st. I'm excited and scared all at the same time!!