thughes113

I have given away my fat clothes at www.freecycle.com. There probably is that service where you live too. Isn't it a great feeling?!

I feel bad for you...if you're doing everything right, this has to be extremely frustrating. Do you track what you eat on www.thedailyplate.com? That may really help you to pinpoint where you may need improvement. Moving more is a definite...even if it's just a walk every day. Good luck.

Fantastic Job. You're inspiring. Congratulations.

Though I've come a long way, I'm starting to lose my way. I haven't been going to the gym, I have not been tracking what I eat on-line (www.thedailyplate.com), I've been drinking more wine than I should, I've been eating things I shouldn't. Like double-churned ice cream with whipped cream on top...very easy to get through the band. I'm just not feeling very motivated. I also feel like I miss so many foods. Like pizza. I have tried to eat it and just can't. And, I'm sure that's a good thing. But I also think I resent it. I realize that the lap-band is a great tool, but I also realize that I need to do my part. If you've gone through this, what have you done to get back on track, to get motivated again?

If you mean the Benefiber...we are talking about the powder.

I've had trouble, not necessarily with constipation, but with just not being regular at all and with being "uncomfortable". Talk about TMI, but we're all talking about it! I've tried benefiber in my coffee every single day and I'm still not my usual self. I am going to try this apricot thing starting tomorrow a.m.!

I've really hesitated in creating this post because it does sound crazy to me. I notice that if I'm extra emotional...fighting with the 18 year old, crying over something, just emotionally drained, etc. that my tendancy to not be able to keep my food down is heightened. Has anyone else experienced this?

I've only been able to have one fill. I had 2 cc's in August (the 13th). I've had episodes of vomiting and the doctor advised me against another fill which should have been done by the end of August. Here it is October, and I still have not had another fill. I just can't see it happening. I feel so much restriction with what I already have. Plus, I'm 100% more disciplined than I've ever been in my whole dieting life! So, maybe this tool, with very little "lubricating" is all that I need!

within the first 2 weeks, I was so regretful of having the operation. I was in such pain, trying to learn everything over again. It sucked!!! But, once that 2 weeks was over, I felt entirely different. I have had such success and feel so wonderful, look so much better...it's temporary, I promise it is. Just go day to day...you'll be OK. Keep us posted!!

restlessmonkeys answer is right on. That's how my dietician explained it. Also, if you are having a problem with food being stuck, drinking something will not be the answer. Just so you know...

I think I'm being successful in a slightly similar way. I do have the lap band, and have had one fill...2 cc's. I have not been able to get another fill because the restriction is so great. So, I've stepped up the exercise, document everything I eat and I am just so careful in my choices.

What I don't miss is spilling out through the arms of a chair ~ I don't miss buying a size 22 pair of pants ~ I don't miss fearing the way back seat of the mini-van ~ I don't miss Lane Bryant ~ I don't miss feeling like I was going to die while climbing one flight of stairs ~ I don't miss hitting my hand on the steering wheel while stretching the seat-belt far enough out to go around me ~ I don't miss blood pressure medication ~ What I am enjoying is buying clothes in a size 16 and a Large ~ I am loving that I can go into the trendy stores again ~ I love that my big comfy chair at home now can fit two of us ~ I love getting on the scale ~ I love the compliments and people using the "s" word with me (skinny) ~ I love a great work-out at the gym; it makes me feel so accomplished ~ I am enjoying cooking healthier foods ~ I am enjoying dancing ~ I love the other colors out there besides black ~ I could go on and on...and I will go on and on with this weight loss. Lap-band is a fantastic tool and right now is the best I have felt in 15+ years!

You are right, it is a tool. For me, it's been a great tool, it keeps me so honest! I also record everything I eat at thedailyplate.com and that free website is a fantastic help. I'm still adjusting to my first fill and haven't had another one yet. I also joined a gym and work out at least 5 days per week. I see the results of my determination in how I look and how my clothes fit. Don't get me wrong, if I wanted to eat potato chips and french onion dip, I can! But, I won't. I don't even bring the stuff into the house. You have to do your part and 1-2 pounds per week is pretty great.

I have stopped weighing myself...I only weigh myself once a week, or less. It is so much more fun to put on a pair of pants you have not worn in a while and they fit! You're doing good.