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Let me just say that I don't like Head Hunger. There is such a difference in real hunger vs. head hunger. Sadly, it has taken me more than a year after being banded and a lifetime to learn the difference. Since I was very young, I've fought the fat fight. I became a dieting expert....I was the professional at it. I'd loose 10 lb. then gain 20 lb., loose 20 lb. then gain 30 lb., loose 30 lb. then gain 50 lb. Well, you get the idea. I did this until I became a whopping 80-85 lb. overweight expert. It has taken me my lifetime to realize that my stomach isn't hungry....it's my head....it's my psyche. Now that I've learned that, I'm learning how to be an overcomer and a success. During the discovery of this revelation, I've lost 45 lb. I still have 40+ to loose. But, that's not even the best of it....it's getting my psyche under control. I'm on my way at 45 lbs. lighter. Not bragging, just grateful.

GREAT article. Got several questions answered! Thank you.

Kentucky

Hi SoccerBluej...I'm a KY woman too. I have my surgery in Louisville 9/21/11. Glad to meet you and hope we can help each other.

I was banded 09/21/11 and I still get hunger rumbles even though I'm not hungry.

Hang in there TMF....We'll get there!!! Its just hard...

I had my 4th adjustment yesterday and I think I'm finally in the green zone. But, how do I really know?

Yyyaayyy!!!!!....then I must be in the green zone. I can't eat as much as my 2 yr. old grandson and I don't have real hunger for 4 or 5 hrs. Thanks for commenting Sasha!!!

Right now, I can't eat lots of anything....

Well, what I've been told is being in the green is when you have the right amount to curve the amount of food for consistent weight loss. I sure feel like I'm there this time. I eat less than my 2 yr. old grandson now. I hope it lasts. Good luck KarFox.

Well, It has been a few weeks since I've blogged.... I guess I should use this blog session as a confessional. Got my third adjustment in January wherein I achieved great restriction. That's what I was waiting on....the kind of restriction that stop me from eating. WRONG!! The band doesn't make me stop...I have fought it. I found a way around it....I haven't been following rules as I should. It is totally my fault that I haven't had more than 3lb weight loss in one month. All I thought about was good restriction before I got it....after I got it I found a way to fight it. My doctor said my meals should never be longer than 20 min. I eat sometimes for 40 min. I thought I knew how to stop after 20 min. I had practiced it for 6 months prior to my surgery (Sept. 2011). I seen my surgeon today and he said those horrifying words that I already know deep down "YOU ARE A FOOD ADDICT and you have to change your mind-set so you can change your behavior". I know its true. But, at this point, I really don't know how to let the band work for me, instead I am finding myself fighting the one thing that can help against my addiction. Although frustrated and aggravated, I refuse to give up. I will keep trying. I have 6 weeks before my next appointment and I am determined to have at least a 6-8 lb. weight loss. I just gotta figure this thing out. I thought I already I knew....

Good for YOU!!!! Congrats

You look AWESOME!!! This is so encouraging. Congrats!

I asked him about talking to Jessica (nutritionist) yesterday and he told me there was no need for that right now. He told me that this is the learning phase right now and everything is going as he expected. But, later if he thinks I need to see her, he'll let me know. I am still considering a phone call to her, but hate to step over bounds with him. I guess we'll just have to keep chewing along. Have a great weight loss week my fellow bandster BTW: Has ever said anything about exercising to you?

LOL!!!!!!!!! I just went to your profile and see that we have the SAME PHYSICIAN. Dr. O.!!!!!!! No wonder we've been told the SAME EXACT THINGS!!!!! I'm totally FREAKED right now!!!!

Hi Kristy, When I read your blog, I couldn't believe how much it sounded like my story!!!! I was thinking....she must have been a fly on the wall during my appointment today. I can tell you that your physician has told you exactly what mine had told me (as a matter of fact...he told me almost everything you have said at today's visit). I was banded in Sept. and I am your twin in our events and physicians. I had an adjustment today giving me a total of 5 cc's in my band. I can tell there is restriction this time. I've made a decision, as of today, to listen to my doctor and to disregard what most people say...not saying they aren't giving me good advice. But, all physicians are different...and I chose to go to him....So, I should respect his instructions. Don't loose your motivation, stay strong and hang in there. We'll make it. BTW: 1-2 lbs. weight loss a week is considered GREAT. I haven't even lost 1 weekly yet.

Thanks!

I went for my second adjustment yesterday at which time I got 2 more cc's making the total at 5cc. I done great on liquids yesterday, actually felt full all day. I have to work the next 3 days, so I cooked Thanksgiving dinner today.....ate only about 1/2 cup food total. I have been full most all day on that small amount! I can't believe it. Yyyyaaaayyyy!!!! Gonna re-reading the rules at every meal and stay true to them (thanks Diane). So glad to have this site with good friends to encourage us. God's Blessings and Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Thanks Diane!!! Have a wonderful family and friend (s) filled Thanksgiving as well!!!

A few days ago I blogged some discouragement. I have to say, after encouraging words and advice from my banded friends I'm feeling super encouraged and motivated. I have followed Diane's advice to stick strictly to the rules and I've found myself feeling less hungry and irritable. Thanks Diane Going for my 2nd fill tomorrow. I'm excited about it even if it is Thanksgiving. To me Thanksgiving is about family, friends and being thankful. I don't have to glut to celebrate. Having said that I am thankful for my lap band talk family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving and God's blessings upon you.

Congrats!!!!

I added Folgers Decaf instant coffee to my shakes several different times (my doctor was fine with it). BTW...it didn't taste all that great, but it was something different. I enjoyed the variation. Many blessings to you.