alex77709

Hi everyone, so I had an unfill last Thursday because I could barely keep anything down that i was eatkng. Now i realize I might not jave been used to having to chew and take small bites. Well anyways, they took out 1/4 cc. Now I feel like I have zero restriction and have gained two pounds. I have an app this Monday for a fill and I'm trying to decide if I should get The 1/4cc put back in. Any thoughts?

Hey!! I'm 22, and I got banded in Aug 29th 2012. I've lost 58 lbs so far! Down from 236 to 178. I love everything about it so far!!! Good luck and id be happy to answer any questions that I can

Hey guys! I was wondering if anyone had some good examples of toning exercises. I know I can look tons up online but there's so many! I wanted to see what you guys have done that works. Mainly my arms, thighs and stomach. I've lost 60 lbs since Aug 29th and I wanna start toning a little. Thanks guys!!

Hey guys! I need ideas for stuff I can eat at work. I work at a hotel and I have to be there at 6am. So I usually eat breakfast pretty early. In bored with the same old stuff. I usuly eat oatmeal or a protein shake or random stuff. It's really hard too because I work in a coffee shop where we sell all kinds of pastries and biscuits and my oatmeal just does not cut it anymore lol! Any ideas??

Hi! I also have 40-50 lbs to lose. I was banded on August 29th, 2012. I'm 22. I'd love to email with you about our progress and journey!

So everyone in my house has the flu! ahhhh I'm scared to death. I get sick extremely easy. I'm just gonna quarantine myself in my room. Has anyone had the flu with te band?

Down 1.8 from last week! Down 8.6 lbs from oct 1st!! Exceeded my goal by 1.6 lbs

Checking in at 198.2. Down 1.8 from last week

Hi everyone. I was banded on 8/29 and have my first fill app Thur. I'm not sure whether I even need a fill or not. I feel like I eat a lot but when I look at my food log, I don't go over 1200 caleries and I feel satisfied with a Cup of food. I do however tend to snack in the evenings, but I'm sure some that's head hunger. I stay full for about 3-4 hours. I know I'll talk to my dr. Just curious for some opinions

I live in alabaster! Close to Birmingham. I got banded 7 weeks ago, ive lost 39 lbs. Good luck everyone!

Checking in at 200.0! Down 3.2 lbs

Hey guys! I went to my first fill app yesterday. It went great! I've been kinda down lately about my weight loss slowing down. I'm still losing 1.5-2 lbs a week, which I know is good... I'm just greedy Well apparently according to my Dr., I am doing beyond amazing and I am doing just as good as a bypass patient!! <--- (This made me extremely happy) He seemed really surprised. I've lost 35 lbs since Aug 29th. He gave me 1 cc, and he doesn't think ill need much more at this point. This just gave me more encouragement to keep going! Only 1 more pound to Onderland...just wanted to share my news Have a great day everyone!!!

Checking in at 203.2. My starting weight was 236, last week I was at 205. Down 1.8 lbs!

Banded 8/29. Starting weight 236. Now at 203.2. Down 32.8 lbs! I get my first full Thurseday.

My dr only requires the first two meals after a fill to be liquid, then the next two meals are mushies and so on...so I'm sure having a protein shake at this point is fine.

Thanks guys! I know bread gets stuck really easily but my dr said not to avoid bread unless it caused a problem. So I probably won't try it again for a while. And that makes since that I was Just swollen from the stuck bread.

I had surgery 8/29/12. I haven't gotten a fill yet but so far I haven't been able to finish a full cup of food. I am able to eat larger bites (like pre band) though. Well today I was eating a piece of bread and it wouldn't go down, and I ended up throwing it up...well slime. GROSS. I figured it was too tough or something. Then tonight I was eating a piece of chicken and the same thing happened. I go for a fill Thur, I am just confused as to why it happened twice in one day when I have never had a problem with it before. Any advice or thoughts would be appreciated! Thanks!

Name, real or screen~ Alex77709 Goal weight for October 29th~ 198 Weight on October 1st~ 205 Age~ 21 Dietary goal for October~ Drink more water!!! Exercise goal for October~Exercise at least 5 days a week if not more. Personal goal for October~Try to focus more on eating healthy and using my band. Date banded~8/29/12 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~31 lbs. What is your favorite Halloween Activity?~ Haunted Houses!

So today at work I burned my hand with hot coffee. I had to go to the emergency room And I have 2nd degree burns down my arm. Well now I have to stay home from work until I'm released by the dr. Ugh! Home is where I have the hardest time making good decisions. I'd much rather be busy and not have to think about temptations. Not a good day :/ oh amd te medicine i got was loratab bit stupid me forgot to say liquid! Well anyways, just needed to vent. wish me luck!

I was only on liquids for one week and now I'm on mushies for a week. I eat pretty mush what she listed above! Good luck!

I'm on the mushy stage right now too. My dr suggested scrambled eggs with cheese, fat free refried beans and mashed potatoes. Also cottage cheese and Greek yogurt. Low fat ricotta cheese and spaghetti sauce is really good too. I'm still looking for new things as well! Already tired of what I'm eating. Good luck!

Went to see the Dr today and I'm 20 lbs down since surgery a week ago! That's crazy. I thought it was too much but my Dr. said that it was phenomenal! So I guess it's good. Not looking forward to this next week though, I know I'll probably lose 0. Oh well, Have a great day everyone

Thanks guys! I am positive! Im just not gonna get my hopes up that I'll lose a ton of weight like this week on liquids...But that's fine! My Dr. Only expects me to lose 5 lbs this month. I can do that!

Called my doctor today about the sharp stabbing pain in my side when I breath. He said its def not normal and to go to the hospital. Now I'm freaking out. Pray for me please!