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I eat at least one salad every day. I can't eat iceberg lettuce even if it's soaked in dressing...it just won't stay down. I buy either the hearts of romine, spring mix or just the romaine in the package. I dice the lettuce up even smaller than what is in the package. Add a little tomato, perdue diced chicken, a little feta, a little seeded cuke and that's pretty miuch my lunch. I've began asking the waiter at restaurants if their salad is iceberg or romaine...if they iceberg....I order something else. Good luck...if you are like me, you will find your band is fickle. One day I can eat something and a few days/weeks later...up it comes.

Hi Everyone, I love this thread!! I've went back to the beginning and read everyone's post. I was banded 11/18/08 and am down 52 lbs. I've had a few "female issues" so my weight loss has stalled. Also a WW "lifer" since 1981. I would love to join this thread and also chat if possible. I have GOT to get back on track. I was on program when protein & veggies were the key...way before the point system. I'm on facebook as well...

Can you update my stats as well? current weight:204 Thank you!

You are doing great!! I was allowed to walk on the treadmill or around the block after 2 weeks. When I complained about what I thought was slow weight loss, my surgeon told me if I wanted to lose 50 lbs in a month, I should have had bypass.... Give it time. Your body is still healing. If you are feeling full, you may not need a fill yet. Discuss everything with your doctor on your next visit. I didn't need a fill for almost two months after surgery.

WannaB-just take it a day at a time....I'm sure you will be off the Metformin before you know it. E-mail me anytime...

I was on a diabetic diet 'til June '08 when I began type II diabetic. That was a real wake up call for me!! Was on 1000 mg of Metformin in am and 500 in PM. I gained weight and started periods after 12 months without. I stopped taking Metfomin a few days before surgery at my surgeon's request (I was banded 11/18)...haven't taken it since. My A1C has been 100 or less. I've had two tests since banding. The only meds I'm on now is 20mg of Zocor but have a family history of high chlorestrol. I'm down 44.5 and exercise at least 5days a week. My PCP told me once a diabetic, always a diabetic BUT I'll take being a med free diabetic any day!! Good luck!

Yesterday was my 5 month band-a-versary. I would do it again in a minute. Wish I would have done it years ago. I'm still learning. I still find myself filling my plate, thinking I'm going to eat just like before...NOT. I've wasted a lot of food because now my eyes are really bigger than my tummy. Good luck to you and your wife!

can you update my data? current weight 209.0 thank you

I think we all question decision before surgery. I know I did. Did I make the right decision? I can honestly say....yes I did! I was diagnosed with Type II diabetes June '08. That was the last straw. I'm totally off the Metforim and my last fasting A1C was perfect. I'm down 44 lbs and feel great. If you are looking for a "quick fix" the band is not the answer! The band is part of a threesome...you must add exercise and a change in eating habits for the band to be your friend. I've been banded almost 5 months and I find myself filling my plate like in my pre-band days. I look at my plate and think "wait a minute, I can't eat all that" and you know what...I can't. Not even half that amount. For me, this little jewel has become a great friend!! Good luck with your decision.

can you update my current weight: 212.5,,,almost 40 down.. thanks!!

Hi SpideyMom, I was in your shoes not very long ago. Had did all the research but was very nervous about making the final committment. In June of '08 I began taking Metformin for diabetes three tablets a day and testing my blood sugar 3x a day. That was the final straw...I knew I had to do something or I was gonna just keep on getting larger and the diabetes would get worse. Six weeks after surgery, I was off all diabetes meds. I'm happy to say I was banded 11/18/08 and have no regrets. I'm down 38.5 lbs. You must remember the Lap Band is not a fix all..it's a tool...a tool to help you stay on track. IF you work with it by eating well, exercising and doing what your physician advises, you will do great!!! I'm more a salt eater...chips and dip are my downfall. I still eat chips and dip...just fewer. I've had two fills since surgery. I don't have the cravings I once had. Good luck...we are here for you thru this journey.

Hi, Can you post my latest? As of today...213.5. Thanks!!

I use Leslie Sansone's Walk Away The Pounds DVD's. I mix them up...3miles, then the next day 4 miles, then will use my Core Secrets ball and 2 mile walk. I love them. I have about 2 dozen of her tapes. My personal goal is 45-60 minutes of exercise a day so I'm even putting a few of her two miles tapes together for my 4 miles. I exercise 5-6 days a week. I can really see a difference. I just can't use exercise equipement others have used...my husband and son think I'm crazy.

Count me in!! What do I need to do? I'm down 36.5 as of today. I exercise 5 days a week.

Orea - Yep - facebook parking wars & word path my addiction after lbt - Janet Wright... Indigo....I understand....LBT and Bonecancer Dogs are my vices. Orea & Indigo....beth jett-bosley

Katy, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep us posted. This surgeon sounds like he know what he's doing.

I just joined a few weeks back...I was shamed into it by a few high school friends. how do I find you?

Katy, I agree with lompco...is there any way you can get a second opinion? Keeping you in my prayers!

We were banded on the same day & I'm down 33.5. Can I ask what you're doing? Do you weigh out every portion? I only lost .5 last week. I've been walking using my walk aerobics tapes 6 days a week. doing between 3-4 miles a day. This hasn't helped my loss one bit. I'm going in for my second fill 3/4. Our 25th wedding anniversary is 3/23. I'd hoped to be down 50 by then but don't think I'll make it at this rate....

Hello Baltimore Banders! Haven't seen a post from anyone lately so was wondering how everyone was doing. I've been plugging along losing 1-2 lbs a week...slow but steady, Is anyone going to the support group meeting at St Agnes Monday evening?