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These sound great! Do you have the nutrition info on them?

What an inspiration! Thanks for sharing! You should be SO proud of yourself!

So, the hardest part for me seems to be the drinks. There aren't any non-carbonated drinks I like. I hate diet koolaid, those little powder mixins, tea, and I'm sick of Water... Any brilliant suggestions? Thanks!

So, I had my third therapy session with my eating disorder specialist last night, and I have to give mfp, for my mental health. I discarded my scale, and replaced my obsession with the scale with mfp's calorie counter and am restricting again - only 500-600 calories a day. So, today I start working with my nutritionist on a meal plan that's not based on calories - I will still track every bite that goes in my mouth - just not the calories. It's my second step to a healthy relationship with food and my own self-image. I am also to track my non-food victories - quality time with my kids, doing things for myself like take a walk outside, take the exercise class I want, etc. I am very anxious about not knowing the calories for my food, but I have to trust my nutritionist and my therapist or I'll just end up sabotaging myself. So, goodbye MFP! Wish me luck everybody! I am nervous and, quite frankly, terrified of the future, but I am proud of myself for taking these steps to healing and not letting my eating disorder control myself and my family anymore! I have 3 little girls who are watching me and learning from me and I want them to learn to love themselves and that their worth is NOT tied to their appearance, but to their character - which already amazes me everyday! Last night at dinner, one said, "mom - you have to chew longer!" The other handed me my Vitamins this morning, and my baby said, "Be careful of your tummy!" Sweet, but my goal is for them to not notice any of this in the future...my eating should be invisible to them...That's my goal.... I'll still be on the forums, but no more mfp. It's important for my recovery... Thanks - and good luck everybody on this journey!

I had a scrambled egg white and a piece of bacon. I need ideas, please! Thanks in advance!

I think that's amazing and you should be proud!

Vodka and diet cranberry is tolerable and low cal.

WOOOOOHOOOOOO! You ROCK!!!!!

Thanks in advance - I was banded 10/11/12 with 6 cc placed at time of surgery into my 10 cc band. I had my first fill last week - 0.2 cc. At mealtime, I can only eat about 1/2 cup, which is very satisfying. I have had no stuck episodes or PB. However, at about 2 hours after I eat, I'm ready to gnaw off my arm, so I'm having to have frequent high-protein Snacks - still staying within my daily calorie allowance, but I'd like to be satisfied for the 3-4 hours expected, rather than HAVING to eat every 2 hours or so. Do I need another fill? Thanks!

Thanks for all of the suggestions! As I did in making the decision to get the band, I weigh the pros and cons and listen to the professionals, in addition to soliciting advice from those with band-experience. I don't make decisions based solely on a chat forum. Nonetheless, I have received some EXCELLENT suggestions from YOU GUYS! I think I am dealing with head hunger as much as anything. Yesterday, I was so busy, and I wasn't nearly as hungry. I work from home M-F with no kids here, so I think I have much more time to dwell on, "Am I hungry or not?" resulting in my increased perception of hunger, so I am going to work on other methods to occupy myself and distract myself, including the timer method. I am being very careful/compliant with my eating habits, i.e., Protein first, then veggies, then carb, and adhering to quantity recommendations, 1/2 - 1 cup only, drink Water if you feel hungry, etc. You guys are the best and I'm glad I found this forum before I started my journey. Good luck to all of you and thanks for the advice/encouragement! Oh, and I get to start really exercising today! So excited!!!!!

I, too, started with a lower BMI. I am only 4 weeks out from surgery, but so far, very pleased and looking forward to the end of the yo-yo. I am also in counseling with an eating disorder therapist because I know I have to make a permanent change. I'm very good at losing a lot of weight - and then putting it right back on. I'm working toward a long-term solution and the lap-band, therapy, exercise, and food tracking are my primary tools. I wish you the best of luck whatever you decide.

It takes about 30 mins to get the half cup in. I use a minute timer and a miniature fork, so I'm doing what I am supposed to there. Just need the satisfied feeling to last longer. Guess I need a fill.....

Thanks for the inspiration and keep up the good work!

I went to my VERY FAVORITE mexican restaurant last night for the first time since the band and did well! I put all the food I allowed myself on a single plate and did not even eat it all! I had a margarita, too, which still kept me under my calories. I was feeling deprived, so I really needed this indulgence within my guidelines to kind of prove to myself that I can eat what I want and still reach my goal. Before, it was all or nothing. If I went to this restaurant, it meant I ate until I was so full I couldn't stand it or I just didn't go. I'm in hot pursuit of the ever-elusive gray area - life not mandated by rules OR complete overindulgence. I found it last night, but I know that it will be a constant pursuit until I incorporate it into the core of my being - my habits. For now, I'm happy with the little wins. Thanks!

Wow! Awesome! Keep up the good work!

I LOVE the swiss miss diet hot cocoa - very chocolate-y but doesn't trigger cravings, since it's a completely different consistency....

NSV = nonscale victory. Sorry for the confusing verbiage initially and I see how it can sound like I was trying to reward myself..... Thanks for the encouragement, EVERYBODY! Didn't mean to sound so attacked - just trying to savor my own little personal victory....

While I appreciate your input, it was not a reward. I no longer have "rewards" or "cheats" as per my eating disorder therapist and my own resolve. I have LIFE. I plan to go to the same restaurants I've always gone to, just to eat less and count every calorie. So, I am incorporating the foods I like into my life in a healthy way. Some days will be better than others but I REFUSE to beat myself up for living it or to say I'll never have another margarita. I have lived the "never have anything high calorie again" lifestyle, got down to a size 4, and it's not sustainable long term. Frankly, I'm a little disappointed at the negative feedback, when I specifically posted a NSV. Margarita 400 calories. I was at 1050 for the day and exercised 200.

add me - I need accountability! jenymac

I agree. My goal is peace without sacrifice. I am changing my eating habits but don't plan to have any "off-limits" foods (unless my band prohibits). I want to ditch the idea of "cheating" and learn to live my life. As in all of life, I do good most of the time and occasionally have a bad day. I'm reading "eat what you love, love what you eat" and I'm trying to change the way I think about food. Of course, I'm using a therapist to help me, but I finally have a vision of "success". Here's to all of our success!

I bought the Fuze at a gas station, but I've also seen it at Walgreen's. I will try the shaking up soda to rid it of the carbonation, too. Thanks!

I saw the lime margarita and was put off by the name... I'll try them anyway. Thanks for ALL of the ideas! I'm trying some new things. Love the FUZE slenderize tropical punch. You guys rock!

I had my first fill yesterday. The anxiety was definitely worse than the reality.....not too bad at all. A little disconcerting to look down and see the needle, but not really painful at all. Good luck!

Way to go!

Yay! My first fill an hour ago! I was banded on 10/11/12. Turns out my surgeon put 6 ccs in my 10cc band when he places it! I really didn't start getting hungry until the last couple of days. Today, she added 0.2 cc. I am so afraid I'm still going to be hungry!