Anna Marie Hopen

Hey Guys, So, as dumb as it is, I never quit smoking Pre-Op, Post-Op or anywhere in between. My Dr. required a nicotine test for the Sleeve but not the Lap-Band, so I guess I didn't feel the need to quit. I know, I know. So I am 10 months post-op, 100 lbs down, and I decided to quit about 3 days ago. I have been using Patches. I know increased "appetite" is a common when quitting, and I realize at 198lbs, that me smoking poses more of a health risk to myself than my weight currently does, but I still would like to continue to lose weight, but all I can seem to do is cram food in my mouth all day long. Any tips to keep my mind busy during this time? Or any low-calorie Snacks that are band friendly? Any tips at all would be great! Thanks!

Hey guys, So I know this question has been addressed in other threads but none of them have answered my question. Has anyone had success with receiving any benefits from Alfac for the LapBand. I have read other threads about the Sleeve and Bypass. But I was in and out of the hospital in less than 24hrs. I also have documentation of medical necessity and none of my paperwork list the surgery as cosmetic. If you did get re-reimbursement, how much was it? Thanks

I am starting week two tomorrow and am allowed full liquids. I bought a bunch of Soup, but most the Soups I could find without noodles were full of Beans. Has anyone had any problems with beans after surgery? I also have read a lot of people saying they could have anything purred on their stage two diet. My diet plan only says "Full Liquids" plus yogurt and pudding. Do you think I could have something like hummus or blended avocado? Since they're pretty much the same consistency of yogurt?

I have to puree the soups, I just didn't know if something like beans would be the best for me or not.

I am on my second day post-op and still in a lot of pain. Most my pain is from gas, but I am still experiencing some soreness from my incisions. I also am having issues with constipation and the milk of magnesia my Dr. recommended hasn't seemed to help yet. But I am able to sip Water comfortably so I'm happy about that! I agree about having something in your body! that's the first thing I thought of when I woke up. But we are on the downhill slope now! and it's only going to get better from here!