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Hi, I am really sad, I was on these boards and saw that many of the people that had surgery back in JUNE 08 with me is hitting 85+ lost. I've only lost 44 pounds! I don't know what I am doing wrong. I know that I didn't exercise very much in the begining and now that I've started to regularly. There still isn't much of a difference. I've only had 3 fills. I think that may be the problem. I don't over eat, stay away from fried foods, breads, pastas all the fun stuff that got me here. I am just looking for any support I can get. I just don't get it.

I am so sorry to hear about your trouble. That is nuts and I've never heard of anything like that. Have you tried drinking some hot tea about an 1/2 before you eat? I was really tight without my first fill too. But i started drinking Hot tea before my meals and it helped. I've noticed I get really tight when I don't drink enough Water. Are you drinking enough? I am sorry-hang in there. Hopefully your tests will come back ok. Best of luck to you!

Thanks for the encouragement! You are right better lost than gained! I'm going to keep trying--have no other choice really! :-)

Hi Fellow Jazzies! I was banded the 28th of June and I am down 11 lbs. I know it's probably just water but I don't care. Still on liquids....looking forward to mushy stage!

Hi, I am having surgery this weekend and although I kept saying I wasn't worried or nervous or anxious, I've now realized that I am all of those things. I can't seem to want to talk about anything other than the procedure. My boyfriend doesn't really want to talk about it. He was supposed to go with me at first and after I told him that I didn't mind if he was there or not, he's decided not to go. He's completely shut down on me and doesn't want to discuss the procedure. He just says it'll all be fine. Not to worry and that we'll get through it. I am at a loss and I've realized he's actually a little insecure. It's a side of him that I've never seen and I really don't know what to do. My family is now freaking me out more, my mom keeps asking me if there are issues with the surgery could we sue. All these questions that I at times don't have answers for. I am a self-pay and after tons of research I am going to Mexico. I just want to stop questioning myself. I keep asking myself am I doing the right thing and almost feel ashamed that I have to go to this extent to lose this weight. I am just freaking out.

Hi everyone, I am on day 3 of pre-op liquiid diet and I just wanted to know if anyone knew if we could drink the Special K H20 protein water mix. I drank one today and it was very filling. Just want to see if anyone has heard anything about this. GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF YOU! I JUST PRAY I CAN COMPLETE A WEEK ON MY DIET! I THOUGHT IT WAS GOING TO GET EASIER EVERY DAY BUT IT HASN'T YET! :cursing: HOPING IT WILL BY THE END OF THE WEEK! I GET MY BAND ON THE 28TH! CAN'T WAIT!!

Me too I am allowed one meal a day as well so technically not on all liquids. That's cool you're allowed unlimited green veggies not me. Anyhow, let me know if you need anything. k

Hi, I too started my liquids today! Good luck don't hesitate to contact me if you need support getting through it! I am a bit nervous about it!! but i have to pull through!!

cathychatts You Rock! Thanks For All The Inspiration And Your Lists And Posts! This Board Would Not Be The Same Without You! I Find Myself With A Huge Smile After I Read Your Posts! Good Luck To All The Junies! I Am So Excited And Can't Wait For The 28th, That's My Surgery Date! I Know That I Am Ready To Be Seen After Being Invisible All These Years!

Does anyone know if we can use MUSCLE MILK PROTEIN SHAKES, I started taking those when I was with my trainer a few years ago and they were so good. They are protein shakes just not sure if we can take any protein shake or if it has to be a certain kind. I've heard alot of you discuss the isopure shakes from GNC. Any suggestions!

Hi BANDO, I too chose to be banded over buying a new car. I've now decided that I will reward myself with a new car when I reach my first 50! GOOD LUCK TO YOU!

Hi Everyone, I am so anxious! I find that I have been eating much more than usual for the fear that I wont' ever be able to eat it again. (Kerry)I too am being banded by Dr. Kuri on June 28th. Let me know how it goes, I need to drop at least 5 pounds before my surgery date any suggestions are appreciated. Thank you!

What's optifast? And where can I find it? Thanks!!

Hi OLIVE, That's great well let me know how it all goes. I've been researching and although it's good you sometimes run across the bad and scary things too. I am still nervous about going to a doctor in Mexico but my insurance just won't cover it here. I've already gotten the run-around. I was referred to Dr. Kuri by a friend, she has been banded for 4 months and is doing great. Because of her I decided to make the call. I am anxiously awaiting the day, I too don't need to do the pre-op but I plan on doing it anyway! Nice to meet you too! KIT!

Hi Everyone, I am from Los Angeles, I work in the entertainment industry as a TV News Producer. I've been in a long term relationship with the same wonderful man for the past 7 years.:cool2: Marriage isn't really important to me...might be all the craziness that surrounds me...it seems like divorce has become too popular....I am from LA afterall! I am a loving aunt with 3 beautiful nieces. They are my world! I am pretty active with them but am looking forward to eliminating some of the back pain when I play with them. I am anxious to begin my journey! Look forward to getting to know you all better.

Hey Olive, I am being banded on the 27th by Dr. Kuri! How'd you hear about him? Let me know how it goes do you have to do a pre-op diet? I was told I didn't have to but I am going to try to do it for a week or so.

I am so excited to be a part of the JAZZY JUNES!! I recently heard that you can't do asprin/Motrin once you're banded does anyone know if this is true?

Hi, I too am being banded on June 27th by Dr. Pedro Kuri! I am nervous but so excited. Just as you Wanna Dance, I am not afraid of the surgery in itself I am worried that I will fail. My biggest fear right now is going through all of this and to still not lose the weight! I know that I am ready to start living---so tired of being invisible!

Hi, Has anyone heard anything about Dr. Pedro Kuri in Tijuana,B.C.? I only know one person who went to him and she says he is fantastic. Just wondering if anyone else had anything they'd want to share. Thank you!:thumbup: