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Hey everyone. I have had my band for a year and have been very successful this far. Except for one little thing. I have been stuck at the same weight for a while. I only have about 23lbs until I get to my goal but I can't seem to break thru this plateau for anything!! I am def in my green zone as far as adjustments. I have 8.8 cc's in my band. I only eat about once a day cause I'm truly never hungry and I try to exercise 3-4 times a week. Any tips or helpful hints to help me get back on the losing track?

I usually get about 75-80 grams of protein a day. I drink 2 protein shakes and one protein bar and then I have dinner. I try to track as much as I can but I am always running around after on of the kids so I do forget sometimes. And I do cheat sometimes. I feel like if I don't indulge every once in a while I'll find myself locked in a closet surrounded by candy wrappers lol. I have spoken to the nutritionist at my doctors office and she said just about the same things you said and to be patient and the weight will eventually start to come off. But I have been at the same weight for about 4 months and it's getting very frustrating. I have to be doing something wrong that maybe ok not realizing.

Hey everyone. I havent posted on here in a while but I need some advice. I am 4 months post op and I noticed that I am losing a ton of hair everyday. I take biotin and a multivitamin everyday but it doesn't seem to be helping. My hair has gotten much thinner and it's very upsetting. I spoke to my nut and she said to make sure I am getting atleast 80grams of protein a day. I don't think I am getting that much. So here are my questions........any one else on the site experience hair loss? Was there anything you did that helped not lose as much hair? My nut suggested I incorporate at least one protein shake a day. The one I used to drink body fortress I just can't get down anymore. Can anyone recommend a protein powder that tastes good?? I appreciate any help or advice you guys can give!!!

Banded on July 10 and down so far 43lbs. I've had 3 fills for a total of 6cc's in my band. I have some restriction but I still find myself snacking which I want to stop before it becomes a problem. I'm never really hungry but I struggle with head hunger. Hopefully when I finally get in my green zone maybe that will help!! Glad to hear everyone is doing so well!! Keep up the good work ladies and gentlemen!! :-)

Checking in at 195

I'm very sorry for your loss! That is terrible! I will say an extra prayer for you and her family!

Checking in at 195.4

Hey everyone! Just wanted to share....... I went thru my closet today and found and old pair of jeans size 12. I was beyond excited that they even went over my butt, when I could actually button and zipper them and they fit I couldn't believe it!!!! I was so friggin excited!!!!!! I even sat in them and it didn't feel like the button was gonna pop off and ricochet off the walls or like I was squeezing myself to death lol. needless to say it was a good day :-)

That's awesome tonya49!!! Congratulations!!! :-)

Name, real or screen~ Agnes Goal weight for September 30th~ 190 lbs Weight on September 1st~ 199 lbs Age~ 33 City/State~ Staten Island, NY Dietary goal for September~ Snack less and make sure there is protein with every meal. Exercise goal for September~ get to crossfit at least 4 times a week Personal goal for September~ Make more time for myself to stay focused Date banded~ July 10, 2013 Total weight loss since banding/pre diet~ 37lbs Favorite Fall activities ~ Spending time outdoors with my family and getting ready for Halloween!

Heccat2 that's an amazing feeling!!! Good for you :-)

I had my first fill today. My doctor told me after an adjustment you follow 2 days of liquids, then 2 days of mushies and then you can go back to eating solids! Your doctor may be different, so I would definitely talk to him/her when you see them! Good luck :-)

Had my first fill today, 1cc. So far I'm doing really well. Lost 11lbs in 4 weeks bring my total weight loss so far to 36lbs. I'm so excited and proud if myself! Definitely the best decision I have ever made!! Love coming on this site! Everyone is always so supportive and it helpful when you read that someone else is going thru the same thing as you.....you don't feel so alone or like your doing something wrong! Hope everyone is doing well all g their journey!! :-)

I feel great!! I go back to see Dr Fielding on the 23rd and he said depending on how much more weight I lost he will decide whether or not to give me my first fill. I said the same thing about how much less I'm eating. It really is such a difference! I haven't been to any of the supports groups recently. My husband used to have the band and so does a few of my in laws so I'm pretty familiar with what to expect. But I remember in the beginning if my husbands journey going with him, and they really are very helpful and informative. I just started doing some exercise this week and I have so much more energy! Definitely the best decision I have made to better my healthy and way of life!! I'm glad to hear you too are doing so well! Good luck to you!! :-)

That's great! I love Dr Fielding!!! How are you feeling?

That's great! I don't get my first fill until August 23! Good luck to you on your journey!! :-)

Staten Island here! Banded July 10 at NYU with Dr fielding :-)

If you get the brand Body Fortress chocolate flavored protein powder from Walmart it is actually pretty good! Mix one scoop with 6oz of skim milk and there are 30 grams of protein! I tried isopure first but honestly it taste awful! Hope maybe that helps!

So excited! Had my first "meal" tonight and it was Delish!!!! 1/2 cup of part skim ricotta, marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of low fat mozzarella put it in the microwave for 1 minute!! Omg it was like heaven lol. Couldn't finish it all but was so happy that everything went down! It was nice to have something to eat with my family for dinner!

avviva1979 thank you! I didn't think of apple sauce or Greek yogurt! Something to lol forward too!!

Hi everyone! I'm 14 days post op and finally got clearance to start mushy foods! I have only been having broth, water and my protein shakes so far and I have to say I have never been so nervous to start eating food in my life lol. What are some mushy foods any of you started with? Maybe you can give me some ideas? :-)

So excited! Just had my 1 week post op appt and I'm down 24lbs!! Dr said I am still so sore by my belly button cause everything was done thru there and that's where my port is, just to the right a little. Still have to be liquids for another week. My esophagram showed that I and still swollen so he doesn't want me to push myself too fast and god forbid do something wrong. So that's a ok with me!! Go back in one month! Can't wait to see what can happen by then :-)

I'm so mad at myself that I forgot to take a before pic the morning of surgery. I mean I obviously have pics of me before surgery but I wanted one in shorts and a sports bra so I can really see all of my success throughout this journey! It was just to hectic the morning of with my kids and trying to sneak out of the house before the baby could see me and start crying! Then I wouldn't have been able to leave with a heavy heart!