txspatter
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Yes, very well stated and...did that just 30 mins. ago!! It's an interesting journey, but I'm happy with all outcomes thus far!
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You're usually on liquids for at least another week after surgery. Throw some yogurt (with no chunks of any fruit) in the mix as well. Lots of soup, clear juices and yogurt...
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Panicing... weird bump
txspatter replied to Shrinkerbell's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's port...Mine was there right after surgery, but on first fill, they found it just below my incision. Take care and relax! You're on the way to a new beginning! -
I am so impressed with your tremendous weight loss in 6 months. I had surgery March 12, 09 and am -46...just curious...was your key the jogging? Was it a high percentage of protein intake via protein powder? Please share any insights...I'd love to drop another 50 by the end of 6 months. Thanks, Pat
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I used it. But, I was BMI 47 with every qualifying condition listed. Sleep apnea, high b/p, diabetes type II, even sec. hypertension of the lungs and so on. I had to give the past 4 or 5 yrs. proof from pulmonologist showing I had seen a doc and what my weight was in that time. I had to do 6 more months of 'diet' under care of PPO. They approved me..paid like clockwork (I only lacked 1700 of my out of pocket) and here I am after March 12, 09 surgery, -46 and many inches. Still losing and normal everything...no meds since day before surgery! Hang in there!
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MUSHIES...Any Ideas??
txspatter replied to birdbrainzz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If you haven't found a protein powder you like, try Unjury and then, with a good food processor/blender...create some delicious fruit smoothies and/or shakes! 1 scoop of vanilla powder, 8 oz of 1% milk and a half cup frozen strawberries...yummm...cold, goes down easy and keeps ya full for about three hours. Also, Unjury is a protein ISOLATE rather than protein CONCENTRATE...makes all the difference in the world! -
Hi from Humble, Texas (23 miles NE of Houston town). Banded March 12, 09, down 46 pounds. I'm stuck since first fill of 5.5 cc's almost two weeks ago...getting second fill in 9 more days! I love my band, tho!! Skippy Yippee!!
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First Fill today 5 cc's is that normal?
txspatter replied to Kharadriisa's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had 5.5 on first fill. It changed the way I would eat..ruined my playhouse. The weight was sliding off, now, 2 lbs a week and food will come back up for a second vote some days. Mornings are difficult to do anything but a protein shake...but, i love the band and waiting now for sweet spot so the weight begins to fade again. -46 -
Well, why not eat pureed meat? My husband cooked delicious meats with all the wonderful seasonings and I stuck it in the food processor and pureed it to a fine consistency. You need protein..my doc says 70-90 grams a day...it's either that or lots of protein powder stuff. Good luck!
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I have the same issues since first fill....some days are diamonds...the other are really R O U G H!~
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check out www.theworldaccordingtoeggface she makes her ice cream out of protein powders...and other great recipes for us to use. if you must eat when he does, try frozen yogurt...1/2 cup 110 cal...good luck
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Hi fixin!! I'm in Humble, Tx. Spent 21 of my 30 years in the Humble District. Finished last 9 years as Instructional Coordinator for Health and Phy Ed....and, many other programs! Glad to meet you...keep on a keepin' on. I'm down 2 more pounds today! -46 Gotta luv it!
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First fill scheduled - what do I expect?
txspatter replied to clcort's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded on March 12th, '09...my first fill was one week ago. This morning, finally, I had lost 2 more pounds! My total loss is -46 now...and several inches! My tummy will accept foods on some days and for the first time yesterday, did not want any solid anything. I drank protein shakes. Today is a good day...I'm happy, love the band and moving forward~! -
Has anyone experienced this before??? Stuck, but not eaten any food?
txspatter replied to pappyny's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Morning is my only challenge! The first three bites and I'm in pain. Tiny bites, space between, but my tummy argues every single morning. The rest of the day is a.o.k. for me. Good luck with yours. -
HI...had type II prior to banding, since second day after banding...G O N E!! I have not had any meds since March 11. IT'S ALL WORTH IT...energy, normal everything and feeling like the old me of many years ago! Hang in there and fly high!!
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5 month check in..should I be disappointed?
txspatter replied to perth bridetobe's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I understand the frustration! I flew during the first month after surgery. I was filled last Wednesday with 5.5 cc's. My weight loss has come to a screeching halt and it is frustrating. Understanding how all of this works is a challenge. I simply continuing to do all of the right things. But, after dropping 44 immediately, 1 to 2 per week is really going to be frustrating. Now I get to adjust my expectations of ME!!! -
Favorite Protein powders, foods and recipes
txspatter replied to MSan914's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Jay Rob's Whey Protein...I use vanilla...one scoop of it, one cup of ice cold milk, 1/2 banana, tbs. of sf choc pudding mix...6 ice cubes...blend it all and enjoy. Remember one scoop of protein pwdr is 200 cal And, check out this blog...theworldaccordingtoeggface You will find a wonderful recipes there. Good luck. -
April 18, 09 -- Yes, I look far healthier and feel that way!
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Pictures prior to Lap Band and pictures from that day on ... forward!
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One week after surgery...thought I was doing something! Not yet!
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Day before surgery...looked really bad....no energy and feeling as bad as I looked!
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Three and a half weeks post-op. A little better.
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