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Not proud that I had pizza today and tomorrow I am going out to eat with friends again. I see myself slipping a bit with the eating. Seeing my trainer tomorrow and also going to chech menu beforehand so I can do a salad or fish. Breakfast - 6oz yogurt, 6 almonds lunch - 1/2 flax pita, 1 tbsp Peanut Butter, 6oz yogurt dinner - 1 slice veggie chicken pizza (no crust), 1 tbsp fruit salad, 5 chips Exercise - 1hr house painting

My calories were a little high today, so I want to do better tomorrow and make sure to get exercise. Breakfast - 4oz yogurt, 8 blueberries lunch - 1 flax pita, 2tbsp Peanut Butter, 1/2 banana dinner - 1/2c chicken vermicelli, 2tbsp rice, 1/2 fresh shrimp spring roll, fortune cookie snack - 5oz yogurt, 1/4c mixed berries

My calories were a little high today, so I want to do better tomorrow and make sure to get exercise. Breakfast - 4oz yogurt, 8 blueberries lunch - 1 flax pita, 2tbsp Peanut Butter, 1/2 banana dinner - 1/2c chicken vermicelli, 2tbsp rice, 1/2 fresh shrimp spring roll, fortune cookie snack - 5oz yogurt, 2 strawberries

Didn't feel too hungry today Breakfast - 5oz yogurt, 2 strawberries, 8 almonds lunch - 1 Protein bar dinner - 1/2 lean cuisine baked chicken snack - 6oz yogurt, 3 strawberries, 5 wheat thins Liquids - tea, Water, 8oz skim milk Exercise - 30 min elliptical, 15 min weights

Down another 1.5 lb since last week. It's funny how in the beginning I was losing 15 a month and now my goal is 5lb a month. But I am getting used to it and not stressing about the number so much lately. Gonna try a spinning class in the morning Did mostly liquidy food today since I got dental work done Breakfast - 3/4 Protein bar, 2 strawberries snack - 6oz yogurt, 2 strawberries, 5 multi grain wheat thins lunch - 8oz beef chili with shredded cheese, 2 saltines dinner - 1 wheat pita with reduced fat Peanut Butter, 1/2 banana Liquids - 2oz OJ, 16oz hot tea, Water Exercise - 30 min wii fit

Went to WLS support group at the hospital today. Breakfast - 5oz yogurt, 5 almonds lunch - wheat pita with 1/2 banana and Peanut Butter snack - 4oz kids yogurt dinner - 1/4c salad with 1tbsp lite ranch, 1 chicken leg no skin, 7 veggie chips Tea 8oz milk exercise - 30 min wii fit (about to do it now)

Didn't have a great day but not that bad either. I did have a skinny cow dessert when I wasn't hungry. Breakfast - 5oz yogurt, 6 almonds lunch - 1/2c spaghetti squash with tomato sauce and ground turkey, 1 strawberry, 1/2 Protein bar snack - 4oz yogurt, 2oz mixed berries dinner - 4oz roasted chicken, 2oz mashed potatoes, 2oz salad Dessert - 1 skinny cow ice cream no exercise lots of liquids back to working out tomorrow!

Breakfast - 6oz yogurt, 2 strawberries lunch - 3/4c spaghetti squash with 2oz ground turkey in tomato sauce snack - 1 Quest bar dinner - 1/2 pita with 2tbsp Peanut Butter, 4oz berry yogurt, 1/3 banana sliced Liquids - Water, tea Exercise - 30 min elliptical, 15 min weights

It sucks. I haven't had it in a week or so. It comes and goes. My PA said I am in "ketosis". She said acid reflux is another possibility though (I doubt that's what it is, personally).

Has anyone else experienced this? What makes it go away? I have had a very sour, metallic taste in my mouth for two days straight. it goes away for an hour after I eat, then comes back. It is especially bad after eating dairy. I have had this a few times since surgery but never constant like this. My doctor said a metallic taste is normal after rapid weight loss (I am down about 125lbs in a year) and its driving me nuts.

Congrats on 88lbs! Why not sign up for a class? Something fun like dance or kickboxing. Sometimes we need that accountability to give us an extra push. Clean out that fridge, go grocery shopping with a healthy meal plan, and start fresh!

Breakfast - 6oz yogurt with sliced strawberry, 8 almonds lunch - 2/3 lean cuisine fajita egg roll, 1tbsp blueberries, 2 tbsp salsa dinner - 3oz bison, 1/4c wild rice, 1 pita chip with hummus, 1/2 date cookie snack - 6oz yogurt, 5 wheat thins Liquids - tea, Water No exercise today. I am just pooped. 4 days of exercise this week when my goal each week is 5. So, Monday is a fresh start. Seeing my trainer tomorrow.

Are you kidding? You look AWESOME!!! Your face, tummy, and shoulders look narrower too. It's only going to get better and better. I recommend buying fitted clothes in your new size. You will be able to see the changes in your figure more. Trust me, the compliments will flood in. For me, having clothes that fit my body in the right way is a self esteem boost.

You all look AMAZING. So motivating to see your success. June 2012 November 2012 Began to change my life September 30 2011, banded May 8 2012. Down 130lbs.

My doctor made some great suggestions at my last appointment. She said for holidays or parties, walk through the buffet and rate each dish from 1-10 (1 being something you don't care for, 10 being favorite food, gotta have it). Only eat the 9's and 10's. The other stuff just isn't worth your valuable tummy space. Always make sure to get a workout in beforehand. Yesterday is in the past. Let it go, and start fresh tomorrow!

I agree with FLORIDAYS. Obviously there has to be a balance, but if you deprive yourself of every craving you have, when you do eat those foods you are going to be more likely to overdo it. I now enjoying finding healthier versions of old favorites. My periods are definitely different post band. My cramps are WAY worse, and that first day I get dizzy and light headed. My band is also very tight the first couple days of my period. Maybe I'm just weird. Haha How about chewing gum, or drinking tea?

The gas and yucky post surgery feeling will go away. But I think I will always be aware I have the band in me. The more weight I lose, the more I feel the port and that does give me occasional discomfort. Totally worth it for the benefits though.

Breakfast - 6oz yogurt, 1 strawberry, 6 almonds lunch - 1 Protein bar dinner - 3/4c spaghetti squash with tomato sauce and ground turkey snack - 6oz yogurt, 1 strawberry, 5 wheat thins Liquids - 8oz skim milk, tea, Water Exercise - 30 min wii fit

This is very common. After a trip to the ER and the hours of complete hell, I learned my lesson - ha! If its been a week, have miralax or colace. Drink water and mint tea nonstop. More fruits and veggies. And I recently discovered Questbars. It's a low fat, low cal, all natural protein bar which is VERY high in fiber. I've noticed since I started eating them, I am pretty regular again.

A week. I didn't feel "normal" til 2 or 3 weeks out, but by a week you're functional.

Hi dreamers! First of all, take a deep breath. I had a lot of worries going into this too, knowing I wanted to make the change but not believing that I could after so many years of unhealthy habits. Congratulations for quitting smoking -- you have just added YEARS to your life! Many of us went into panic mode that week before starting the pre op diet. I hit all of my favorite restaurants and drive thru's. You know that you are only sabotaging yourself, so it is essential to reach out for help. What does your doctor say about the 30lb weight gain? Are you required to see a nutritionist or therapist? Please set up an appointment ASAP so they can help you get to the root of this. As far as practical suggestions -- how is your exercise? You have not been banded yet but the earlier you start, the better. Even just 15 minutes. Have you considered a personal trainer for motivation and accountability? If hubby is willing to work out with you, even better. Figure out your trigger foods because frankly those will have to go for the next few months. DO NOT have any unhealthy foods in your house, period. Pack your lunches for work. It is not worth damaging your chances of having the surgery, and later damaging your band. How would you feel knowing you threw away this life changing opportunity just for the temporary satisfaction of junk food? You deserve better.

Eek. Are you vomiting a lot? Make a doctors appointment just to be safe. You definitely need to be having at least 48oz of fluid so you don't get dehydrated. Have water, tea, apple juice (motts for kids is good, and low sugar), soup, chili or whatever you can keep down. I hope it passes soon.

I've been having the same issue. I went from a 44F to a 36DD and have A LOT of sag/loose skin. The VS Demi bra does work pretty well for me if I adjust the straps. Never thought I'd be able to shop there... They have so much cute stuff! But for more practical, full coverage bras I recommend Soma Intimates. They do way better fittings than VS and seem to have more training. I went in there, told them I'd lost over 100lbs and what my issues were. Left with a good every day bra.

Breakfast - 6 oz yogurt, 12 almonds lunch - PB and banana on Arnold's sandwich thin snack - 5oz yogurt, 1/4c mixed berries dinner - 3/4 cup salad (light ranch, grilled chicken, carrot, tomato, onion), 1tbsp chocolate cake, 1tbsp pumpkin pie Exercise - 30min elliptical

Hi everyone! Have a great holiday, remember to treat yourself to the foods you really love, and skip the ones you don't. And of course stick to our bandster portions. I went in for my monthly check up today. No fill needed.. still in the green zone and down 8 lbs since last month. My doctor is very happy with my progress. However, she thinks I may have acid reflux due to the severe metallic taste I've been having in my mouth. For now she wants me to just watch it and take tums. If it continues we will try prilosec. Today was my last day at my job so.. back to being unemployed. pretty bummed. Breakfast - 5oz yogurt, 6 almonds lunch - 1/2 Protein bar, 5oz yogurt, 1tbsp blueberries dinner - 1 lamb kebab, 1/3c salad, 5 pita chips, 1 tbsp hummus snack - 5oz yogurt, 2 strawberries, 8 almonds liquids - Water, tea exercise - 30 min wii free step, while holding free weights lots of yogurt today, hah