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I try to always stick to no carbination since this is against the bandster rules. Vodka cranberry is good but if you can handle liquor straight, go for it. It's less calories than mixing it with surgery juices.

Can't wait to see a size 12!!!!!!!!!!! Good Work!

Congrats on your success! I think everyone is so different. I think for myself...I have been Yo-Yo dieting for my whole life that I have slowed my metabolism down so much that I am resistant. I would go from starving myself to binge eating and every diet in between; Atkins, Weight Watchers, cabbage soup, Metafast, Hollywood, etc. My body is totally confused!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

She is a HATER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The only time I PB is if I eat too fast and not chew my food, so far. I haven't experienced it with just liquids. But regular burping happenens all the time!

My doctor does fills differently. She has me lay down on the table with a pillow under my back so my back is kind of arched and my belly is sticking up some. Then she gives me a shot of this numbing stuff and then she puts in the needle to find my port and injects the saline. She may move the needle around a little to locate it but I don't feel it because she numbed the whole area. Then she has me drink some water to make sure it goes down and I'm done. I guess every doc has a way of doing what works for them.

The Realize band is 9ccs but the reason it can hold a little more is because of the tubing line that goes from the port site to the actual band. All bands hold a little more than what they say. At least this is what my doc explained to me.

Low carb is what's suggested by most surgeons. We are to eat solid protein and veggies. If we need more, than fruit is what to go for, which is a healthy natural carb. I haven't beed very successful at avoiding carbs and my weight loss reflects that.

could it be a hernia?

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Yeah I agree...you're one of the lucky ones who doesn't have to go through all the fills and frustration. As long as you are losing there is no need for a fill. Why does your doctor think it's time for one?

Once you get the right restriction some of those fast food favorites won't go down so easily if at all. I can barely eat fries and bread. I can eat Wendy's nuggets if I chew them well. Five nuggets and I'm satisfied. Ice cream is a problem and a struggle for me. Ice cream is good and it goes down real easy. Eating it in moderation is very hard!

Yeah the band is supposed to hold about 9ccs. My doc said that the reason they can put more in is because of the tubing to the port site. If ones tubing is long there can be a lot of Fluid in there.

I understand that there is no legal obligation to accomodate customers for any reason. They own the business and can make just about any rule they want, however, if money is their concern, I think it would be in their best interest in the long run to make their customers happy. If they don't then they run the risk of people not returning or telling their friends etc. It's not an unreasonable request if you ask me. I often share an entree with my daughter so they will lose money on that and that's not a problem for them. I know it is not their problem if someone got banded or if one has a heart problem for that matter, but when they chose not to accomodate their customers then they risk losing business. Obviously everyone has very different opinions on this matter as with many other topics. Oh and for the most part I don't find much on the kid's menu that is appealing either but I still think I should be able to chose if I want.

Yeah two fills in 8 months is not enough for most people. It all depends on the person but it sounds like it's not enough for you. You should keep getting fills until you feel restricted. Where were you banded? Your doc should know that.... I was band it April and just got restriction about 3 weeks ago. I took me four fills and my band is almost full!

Hello there! I'm from York so you're practically my neighbor lol! Welcome!

I must say I am shocked to read some of your responses. I feel this is a medical issue. I think these establishments should want to accomedate their customer's MEDICAL NEEDS. The reason the kid's meals are cheaper is because the portions are smaller so what is the difference if it's being consumed by an adult or a child? If someone is showing a card from their doctor just like a diabetic would, why not help them? I could see if the person wasn't showing the card to prove they had surgery, but wow! I guess they don't care about their customers returning. If a place wants my business, they should want to see me happy. I personally don't like most leftovers so it is a waste for me to take it home in most cases. It's not like the cook has to do anything special or anything...they just want more money. I don't think it's childish to choose not to eat there anymore. I feel like it's weight disrimination. They wouldn't be like that to any other person with a medical need. Sorry to those who don't agree!

I pretty much have these issues too, although not as bad maybe as your describing. I still get gassy. A little less because I am eating less but still pretty gassy. IBS - still have it! I would have to say that the only difference is I don't have to run to the bathroom right away...it's delayed some. I burp more now then I did before. I was hoping that the band would help my IBS but not so.

Hey there everyone! I discovered a coffee that I love. It's not new by any means but it's new to me. It's the General Foods International Sugar Free coffees. It's instant coffee that's flavored. It mixes really well and turns out smooth and creamy. Only 30 calories. Just a suggestion! Oh they have decaf too.

Hmmmm? I was wondering how they tasted. Then I will not bother!

UPDATE: I got my fourth fill on August 20th and I finally have restriction! It took four fills and 9ccs to get me there. I lost 8lbs in two weeks! That is the most I lost since right after surgery. For all those who are struggling...hang in there it does get better with proper restriction. I can't say I'm at my sweet spot but I'm where I need to be for now. I'm hoping I won't need another fill for quit some time because it is expensive for me. $200 each time because I'm self pay. But for the first time since getting my new tool, I feel it's working. I have hope now!

Your doctor needs to do his homework. It has a lot to do with it. It's hormonal!

My port is on my left side barely below my ribs. I was banded in Mexico so I don't know if that makes a difference or not. I think where the port is depends on the doc and the band. I have the Realize band.

Yeah, my doctor was telling about the period thing. It has something to do with the hormone that starts with a "P". She was saying something about birth control pills too....their are a lot of things that that effect the tightness of the band. I don't understand why I can barely eat all day and then like clock work...6PM hits and I can eat a lot with no problem?????

Congrats to you!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your Awesome!!!