tcbeau

Research is a wonderful thing. I wouldn't worry about the food thing, everyone is different with the band. As you have probably read the band are very individual. I am able to eat small quantites of almost everything. Losing 60 lbs in six months is better than any food. I just went shopping today and for the first time slipped into a regular size 14. WOW, no womens department! that is a GREAT feeling. Wish you luck on your journey.

I have flown several times since my surgery, be aware that altitude affects your band. I get tightness in my chest when in higher altitudes. I write this now on vacation at a ski area and the elevation is 6900 feet. It has been harder to get thing through on this vacation, as I normally live at sea level. The first time I flew this pressure scared me, but my surgeon said that altitude can affect the band. Be aware of sitting too long like the other post stated due to blood clots. I hope your travels are well.

alex, looks great, just started poking around. How have you been since dallas? did you get to see the pic of the bull ride? Hope you will let me know any info regarding the next conference in ny, would love to come. Talk to you soon and keep up the great work. Chrisy

I was banded 8/26 and just got my first fill on 10/16, and he put 1 cc in to a total of 4cc in a 10cc band. best of luck to you!

I had my surgery 8/26 and have been sleeping on my stomach for a long time. I think after about 2 weeks I was able to turn to my stomach.

hey pamela, I just saw your post. Also had a great time with you and your sister. My email is tcbeau@myacc.net. Cya, Chrisy

Hey, the pic is great. I am chrisy from florida. Sat with you at dinner Sat nite, if you can call it dinner. Although the food sucked, I had a great time, it looks like you did too!!!!!!!!!!!!!

the band is only a tool, if you are not willing to change your eating habits, you will not lose weight. I believe that some people think that this is something magic. You will gain weight if you do not eat the correct things, or lose very slowly. You have to be willing to do all the hard work. I had my band 8/26, and have lost 27 lbs so far, but it has been hard work! Good luck to you in your search.

wow, that is a great post!!!!!!

I got some protein shots at walmart, they have 26 grams of protein and are small. I just mixed them with crystal light fruit punch and water, and you couldn't even taste them. Also I think they were $1.67 per shot.

remember we have all been where you are, ask away, that is what this site is for!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!