Texasbandit
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How much weight do you expect to lose in your 1st month?
Texasbandit replied to Mangofish's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, my dr didn't tell me anything about gaining weight. He did say to concentrate on healing but nothing about not losing weight. So yeah, this is news to me. I've lost 7 lbs but haven't lost any more in a few days. I'm trying not to expect too much and just focus on healing and getting back in the gym on Monday and not overdoing it! -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well when I got banded I wasn't hungry at all. I'm going on my 2nd week -
I never even looked at a bypass. The idea of rearranging my insides was too much for me. I want something reversible. I don't have food addictions or a problem with eating junk food. I been working out for 2 years now and need more control over portions. Lapband is just a tool for me. The biggie is I want to have another baby!!!
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I got banded on 09/02. I've set mini goals but if I lose 50lbs I will be happy.
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Starvation Mode questions
Texasbandit replied to Texasbandit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My scars were bonded with adhesive that just wears off. It took about 4 days when I could eat or drink comfortably. It would hurt going down. -
Starvation Mode questions
Texasbandit replied to Texasbandit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Do u drink chicken broth? I did that my first few days. I'm not thar hungry either, but sometimes I get headaches and feel weak so I force myself to eat. -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know! It's been so nice lately but I'll eat ice cream in the winter if I'm craving it. I just wish it wasn't so hot here in Texas! -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I Made less than half a bowl. I didn't get stuffed until 30 min after. I should have eaten slower for sure, but I'm a newbie so I guess I have to be more careful. -
Starvation Mode questions
Texasbandit replied to Texasbandit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I just don't want to eat too much. Today I had one protein shake, lots of water and diet juice and less than a half of a bowl of chilli which left me stuffed. Or maybe I shouldn't worry about portions? -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well I'm on week 2 and I can have thin oatmeal, pushing yogurt etc. Tonight I actually mads some chilli. I figured it's a mushie but I ate too much! I could tell I got overly full. No vomitting or sickness just stuffed. -
Starvation Mode questions
Texasbandit replied to Texasbandit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok one step at the time! I'll concentrate on just healing for now. I just saw that topic on another board And got alarmed. -
Starvation Mode questions
Texasbandit replied to Texasbandit's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I guess my fear is that for 2 weeks I'm eating less than 500 calories a day then when I start solid food I will gain weight back. Or I'll stall. I know my working out will balance some things out and calories burned, but my metabolism is weird. I plateau frequently on any diet. I have to eat junk food for one day and then my body will start to burn again. -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Vanilla I'm sorry about what your going thru. It sounds like someone dropped the ball or the INS company is jerking u around. I would call them and get your surgeons office on 3 way. -
WOO HOO! day 7 and i'm feeling great! I'm trying to weigh in every few days instead of everyday cause I'll drive myself mad. I am so ready to hit the gym starting Monday.
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Low Fat, Low Carb, Veggie Lasagne Recipe?
Texasbandit replied to yamfry50's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have a great lasgna receipe. Get low carb tortillias and use them from the noodles. I swear by this. get a pan, put sauce on the bottom then tortillas then whatever mix you wanna use and layer. There are recipes online. Just google low carb tortilla lasagna. -
Would you get the band if you had a chance have a "do over"
Texasbandit replied to Jim1967's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
im one week out and I wish my insurance let me do this years ago! I am very happy so far and 21lbs down. im so excited and cannot wait till I can get this weight off and out! -
Okay, I had my PS consult Wednesday and I need feedback/advice
Texasbandit replied to spoiltmom's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
if u can afford it then whats the issue? Go for it! I'm just starting on my journey, but your belly doesnt look bad at all. Working out can do a lot, but i've found that some people can do all the ab work in the world and still doesnt help. You seem to have some hanging skin. Either way I would still work out. -
Baby 3mths, not losing weight
Texasbandit replied to tyme4change's topic in Pregnancy with Weight Loss Surgery
well i wasnt banded when i gave birth last year, but I can tell you if took my body 6 months to get back to normal. My hormones were crazy. I also had pregnancy hypertension which didnt help. Are you breast feeding? I know pumpin/feedin helps burn calories very fast. Your womb is still shrinking so give it a little bit. -
One week post op
Texasbandit replied to DETERMINED*DG's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
HEY!!!!!!!!!!!!! One week too girl! I feel normal for once! I'm ready to shop for clothes, but how long does the swelling go down??? Down 21lbs and see it in my face, but I dunno about my body. I'm not hungry yet. However I can tell my appetite is picking up a little. I've drinking my shakes, eating soup and had a little chili yesterday. I've been on Multivitamins before the surgery. I feel so good! *dances*. -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Morning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am finally back to normal!!!!! No more gas and constipation resolved. I had a small vanilla low carb shake and the malitol got things moving. Oh yea, its friday! I've lost 21lbs but I dont feel any smaller. I look it a little, but after so much weight maybe I should start taking pics -
2 days post op, Hello Lap Band Talk!
Texasbandit replied to Carolg903's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
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JUST A FEW DAYS POST OP
Texasbandit replied to DETERMINED*DG's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Finally had a bowel Movement. Had to resort to the only thing I know, low carb shake from braums. I've gotten rid of so much gas! I feel so much better. Malitol does it everytime. -
September Bandsters
Texasbandit replied to winifred76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Beside still being constipated I'm feeling better. I made a nice protein smoothy and boy do I hurt! I think it's the cold that is making my nerves freak out. Other than thar I'm feeling great! Not very hungry at all. My first appt next week and fill the following week if I need it. -
JUST A FEW DAYS POST OP
Texasbandit replied to DETERMINED*DG's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mznelly get out the house momma!! I felt better just walking around the mall or the store and made me less depressed too. I'm back at work these few days and I feel good. Hang on in there!!! Get a heating pad! I have like 6 boxes of gas x. -
Dr. Louis Fox is my doc and he is great. I havent had a fill yet, but he has an aftercare program and uses all kinds of factors to decide if you need a fill.