Lakeshia

I thought I has sciatica for a very long time and I did but when I went to the docs and had an MRI done, it turned out the disc in my lower back had herniated. Besides surgery, steroid injections, or a back brace, there was nothing the doc could do for me.

I was also banded in May 2011. I don't feel like I'm slipping into my old ways but I have stalled for the past 2 months and am getting a little discouraged because I am trying everything to jump start this plateau and it's not working. It does make me wanna just pig out and say the hell with it sometimes but for now I'm hanging in there!

Miralax...works wonders!!

Thanks for the advice and suggestions. @ Xavier I'm scared to get another fill because I think I am where I need to be as far as restriction so another fill would make me toooo tight but in the past, whenever I did get a fill I would started losing again for about a month. I thought myself that I may need to do some shock therapy to jump start my metabolism so I will be trying all y'all suggestions. Thanks.

Had surgery in May..down 70 lbs but now the weight loss seems to have stalled. Finally under 200lbs but only at 198 and it keeps taunting me..lol. Any and all suggestions on how to kickstart and get out of this plateau?? Thanks.

Congrats!! I am 2 pounds away from the ones myself...can't wait! Keep up the great work!!!

I lost weight in my face and neck first..hardest is the stomach!!

Myfitness pal.com is a great tool to use for tracking that stuff! I keep everything LOW. Low carbs..low or no sugar. I stay at 1200 calories a day..3 meals..2 snacks..lots of water. I eat/drink lots of protein. Was banded on May 31 and down 57lbs so it's working for me! You gotta find what works for you..hope this helps.

Was banded on May 31st...down 57lbs! Had 2 fills so far..not much exercise..just walking. Love the band! I just eat like I'm supposed to and everything is fine. Substituted a shopping addiction for a food addiction..I actually like shopping now that I can fit the cute stuff..lol! Everyone seems to be doing great!

Thanks y'all..I will try all of your suggestion ASAP!! If y'all think of any others, please let me know!

Please tell me what you all do to curb your sugar craving!! Mine is out of control..the sweets are calling me. Or do you all have any snack recommendations?

Baltimore, MD...banded May 31st

Hey guys and gals! I was banded on May 31st and am down 52lbs so far. I have had two fills (really didn't need the last one). No throwing up or sliming episodes. Little to no exercise (I have a herniated disk in my back that keeps me still). I track everything I eat and keep it all in moderation. Everyone is noticing the loss and I love it! Glad to see others are doing well!

I just downloaded the lapband app from the app store for lapband patients..y'all should check it out!

Congrats!!