kim2bhealthy

Hello! I'm not banded yet, going through the insurance/consultation process, but I'm trying to change some of my habits ahead of time. I generally consume lots of sweet fruit juices, sodas, sweet tea, etc. and very little, if any water(not a fan). I'm trying to drink water with Crystal Light (the One the Go Packets). Can this count as my 64 ounces of water a day? I know each pack has 10 calories, and I'm keeping that in mind for when I really need to count calories after the surgery. Are there any other non-carbonated/low calorie drinks out their that you guys like? I haven't had a carbonated beverage or sweet tea in a couple of weeks! I'm so proud!

Hey justamom! Congrats on your surgery! I'm not banded yet(going through the insurance/consultation process), so I'm no expert, but in the seminar that I attended and in the brochures that I received I was told not to use Ibuprofen (after banding) because it is rough on the tummy. I think it can cause ulcers, which is not good for your band, or your stomach (erosion). You may want to switch to Tylenol for help with the shoulder pain! I would suggest asking your surgeon about it. Hope this is helpful! Good luck with the weight loss!

Thanks Everyone! I have seen those Great Value (Crystal Light generics), so I'll give them a try. I'll try the Water Sensations too. I wondered if strait-up water was better at ridding your body of toxins, so I'll try to drink more of it. Our tap water is pretty bad too, so I think I'll stick with bottled. I have found Nestle Pure Life Water at Sam's Club, its pretty good. It is purified and is "Enhanced with Minerals for Taste", whatever that means.... I've never been one to sit around with something to drink close by.. I usually drink something with breakfast, lunch, and dinner and thats about it. All this water consumption is sending me to the potty a lot! Does your body eventually adjust to the increased fluid intake? Later!

Hey Everyone! I've been reading this forum for a while now, the information and support that you guys offer is great! I have my first consultation tomorrow with my surgeon, so I hope everything goes well. As you can see from my ticker, I've got a whole lotta me to lose, but hey, I figure that if I can be happy at 315, then less will bill awesome!!! I'll try to keep everyone posted on my progress through the process! I'm sure, I'll have to battle the Insurance Company, but I'm up for the fight!

Thanks Paua and Coyotegirl for your welcome! I found out late yesterday afternoon that my PCP didn't get my referral # from my Insurance Company, so I had to re-schedule my consultation for next week. I'm sure this will be a lenghty process, another week wont kill me! I'll keep you posted!:faint: :faint: