michpell39
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I can figure out what to eat....
michpell39 replied to michpell39's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Yes I'm using spark people -
I can figure out what to eat....
michpell39 replied to michpell39's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thanks that's what I go for first is the protein , but liquid I sip all day and I still don't think I am getting enough in -
pre op all liquid diet question
michpell39 replied to renewed_mind's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
If it is all liquid then I would say no , applesauce was on my puréed list -
Great thank you I was slightly kerfuffled by that one lol
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That's sound great! , do you ever have issues with peanut butter going down?
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Ok that's funny , because I was eating a roasted chicken soup the other day and the same thought popped in lol
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You look great! Way to go!
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To my knowledge they are either a 10 cc or 14 cc
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Pre-op diet killing me mentally!
michpell39 replied to Shante92's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's an amazing thing when you get over carb addiction and cravings I am 4 weeks post op and it no longer bothers me when people eat pizza burgers ect... Hang in there you will be happy you did -
About 30-40 sec between bites and no chugging water sip it like wine
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I was told chew until its like applesauce and bites no bigger then my thumb nail
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Maybe you are a little tight? Tiny bites and chew untill the food is like apple sauce wait 30 seconds between bites
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I am having surgery from Dr.Cobourn July 19 and I keep reading posts that some dr in Canada are still using the 4 cc band does anyone know what he uses ? I know he only uses allergen bands and I can't imagine he would use an outdated band but do any of you know ?
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What time do you need to stop eating at night?
michpell39 replied to AudreeS's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm on soft food right now and I eat after six without an issue -
Which Protein... Soy or Whey?
michpell39 replied to rgkelley87's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Whey isolet is the best grade of protein and almost flavourless but can be pricey , personally I do not enjoy the flavour of soy anything -
That is my biggest scar the rest are about the size of a fingernail mark
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My port is the same spot I was the 19 and it's the only spot that still hurts
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getting closer to wednesday july 31st
michpell39 replied to myshine84's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This was my experience , got to the clinic and they brought me to the pre op room had me change to a gown and sit in a chair with a warm blanket , the doctors came in and introduced themselves then the nurse brought me to the OR I got on the table they numbed my hand put in the IV which I did not feel next thing I knew I was in recovery -
JULY 2013 BAND BUDDIES
michpell39 replied to sprinkle715's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Your dr should have given you a detailed list of stages , I was banded on July 19 and was just able to start purée today you should be allowed broth and other liquids though but it's best to check -
YES! Hit an amazing goal...
michpell39 replied to deleteme's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Thanks so much theses are great ideas
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I am supposed to start purée today and I am very nervous about it plus I have no idea what to eat ahhh!
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Thanks I may try smashed beans later so nervous
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Go for my Very First Fill tomorrow!!!!
michpell39 replied to fashionstylist's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor is he same no fill for six weeks , he does prime the band with 3-4 cc though
