Bella1962

Thank you so much for the confirmation...I just needed some re-assurance which you were so kind to pass on. At my current weight I would have to take in 30 points a day, and I know that so wouldn't happen with the band. Like you, I think I'll start off at 25 and then work my way down from there. Thank you, again... Bella

My surgeon wants me to make sure I eat some protein every 3-3 1/2 hours...even it's just some hummus on a cracker.

Just wondering if anyone figured out how to utilize the points program with the band....how many points to obtain the 1200 calorie intake? I've been trying to figure it out on my own and it comes out to be about 60 calories per point? Anyone else try to figure this out. I just found doing it the Weight Watchers way, it was easier to count points as opposed to calories, and I have alot of resources to help out. Can anyone help me out with this?

Ok...here it goes.... This is a painting I did that sold at a charity auction... "March of the Sunflower" - Watercolour

THERE YOU GO!!! Communication is always the key...makes you think before you speak, doesn't it?.... So what did you buy her...hahahaha

Post-op, I am suppose to drink l class of Endura which is a Metagenics product...powder mixed with water. I've been told its similiar to Gatorade without the sugar. When I called about the cramps in my legs pre-surgery, they told me to take only a quarter cup. So I'm thinking take the Gatorade and dilute...it's to replenish some of your electrolites.

I had them too. I was told that Gatorade would help. It's your electrolites that are out of wack. Try some Gatorade.

Ya..you did...you stuck your foot in your mouth. I got one of those husbands too. But not to worry, after being together for so long she should know you and know what you meant. I too have been with my husband since I was 14 and he was 15...we're celebrating out our 26th wedding anniversary in December and three kids, so all together we've been together for over 30 years. We're both overweight, and although he has supported me 100% in this choice, the choice is still mine. I would love for him to do this too, but he needs to be ready and by me opening my big mouth and trying to pressure him, it would only aggrevate him. She, as you, need to do this on her own accord. But if she feels strong enough that she can do it on her own just with diet and WITH YOU, then let her do it. Your experiencing it TOGETHER in a different way. I know my husband is looking forward to the diet part as he's going to eat as I do, just a little more of it. Surgery isn't for everybody. Not to worry...just buy her flowers, jewellery, a car...whatever...men just need to think before they speak sometimes.....sheeesh. :thumbup:

Ok...Canadian here... I'm pretty much informed, but I'm a little lost when you say you can't find gas? Please explain.

Way to go, Ranea!!!! I'm on pre-op too...10 day pre-op and I'm on day 8...being banded on Thursday. Just to let you know we went out to dinner and a play on Saturday with 3 other couples....my favourite restaurant that has spectacular authentic Italian food, included quail and polenta with a wine reduction sauce...to die for...and some really, REALLY good wine. Well, I have to say it was a challenge...the owner of the restaurant was more than happy to oblige me with a grilled chicken breast over steamed spinach....and how well they presented it. Everyone was on my side and I felt good that I didn't do anything wrong. Well, almost. I just touched my tonge in my husbands wine glass just to catch a couple of taste buds...hehehe. We're all here for ya!!!...Keep it up and good luck!

Maybe it would just make better sense to weigh ourselves once a month. I know I'm definitely pre-menopausal, so hormones are out of wack, my periods are not consistant like they use to be, and even if they are, I'm retaining Water 2-2 1/2 weeks out of the month. I've seriously considered changing from lbs to kilo's...hey, at aleast one kilo is 2.285 lbs. And we all know that sometimes it's just not in the number on the scale but in the fit of our clothes, right? I just want to do what needs to be done without thinking constantly of that scale. It controls me sometimes to obsession to the point of fault, no? Tell me what you all think.