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Today is my 4 year band anniversary. .still rocking it:))

So went to the dr.and said theres not a kink in my band and all is great..soo happy

Went in for my check up and decided to get a small fill when they tried to remove the Fluid to see how much was in the band I could feel it tugging. They couldn't remove any fluid. They reviewed my upper gi disk and it shows as plain as day its kinked.I know they had a recall for this for my band but only on the ones that weren't placed in anyone..

Anyone been told they have a kink in their band?? If so whats the outcome. I dont see the surgeon till Tuesday.

I too get a hiccup and runny nose that let's me know I'm gonna be stuck if I try to put anything else in my mouth. .I Thought I was the only one that got these signals

I voted for you. .good luck:)))

Congratulations

Hey Everyone' date=' I've searched high and low to find the BEST tasting Protein shake recipes for us! I just purchased the new NutriBullet Nutrition System and am having fun looking for healthy Protein shakes. I am going to start incorporating fresh veggies and will post as I go along. Many of these recipes I have already tried and LOVE!

These Protein Shake recipes can be 'doctored' taylored to your liking, don't be afraid to experiment (that's what I do)! *some recipes you may add ice or not* this is entirely up to you the way you like your shake...

Hope you all enjoy!

Protein shake Recipes

Chunky Monkey

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 Scoop chocolate Protein Powder

1/8 cup Walnuts

½ of a small Banana

strawberry & Banana Smoothie

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

½ small Banana

3 Strawberries (fresh or frozen)

Banana Split

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

½ small Banana

1/8[sup'] [/sup]cup of chopped Pineapples

2 Strawberries (fresh or frozen)

Blueberry Smoothie

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

½ Cup of Fresh or Frozen Blueberries

chocolate Covered Cherries

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Chocolate Protein Powder

10 Fresh or Frozen Cherries

1 tsp. of cherry flavored extract or sugar free Torani Syrup (optional)

pumpkin Pie

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder

1 tbs. sugar free Vanilla pudding Mix

½ cup canned Pumpkin

½ tsp. Pumpkin Spice

Mochachinno

8 oz. cold coffee

1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder

3 ice cubes

Pina Colada

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

¼ cup of Pineapples (fresh or frozen)

1 tbs. of Coconut extract or Torani syrup

Butterfinger

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Chocolate Protein Powder

1tbs. Peanut Butter or PB2 Powder

1 tbs. Sugar Free Butterscotch pudding Mix

3 ice cubes

Cherry Vanilla

8 oz. Skim or Almond milk

1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

6 Maraschino Cherries

1 tbs. French Vanilla Torani Syrup or Vanilla extract

Caramel Chocolate

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Chocolate Protein Powder

1 tbs. Caramel Torani Syrup (sugar free)

3 ice cubes

Lemmon Meringue Pie

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

1 tbs. of Sugar Free Lemon Pudding mix

½ tsp. Lemon extract (optional)

3 ice cubes

Pistachio Cake

8 oz. Skim or Almond Milk

1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder

1 tbs. Sugar Free Pistachio Pudding Mix

1/8 cup of Pistachios (optional)

3 ice cubes

strawberry Cheesecake

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 tbs. of sugar free cheesecake pudding mix

4 fresh or frozen strawberries

3 ice cubes

Mango Madness

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup fresh or frozen mangos

3 ice cubes

Carrot Cake

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1/2 cup fresh or frozen sliced carrots

1 Tablespoon low fat Cream cheese

½ tsp. Cinnamon

½ tsp. Nutmeg

Peach Cobbler

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

¼ cup frozen or fresh peaches

½ tsp. cinnamon

½ tsp. nutmeg

Red Velvet

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

1 small beet

Mudslide

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop of chocolate protein powder

1 tbs. chocolate sugar free pudding mix

1 tbs. sugar free Kahlua syrup

3 ice cubes

Almond Joy

8 oz. skim or almond milk

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder

1 tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder

½ tsp. coconut extract

1/8 cup raw almonds (optional)

3 ice cubes

Hello Bandsters' date='

I'm looking for some non-judgemental help here. I have, honestly, had my band for a year. I initially lost weight, mainly from the liquid diet, but since then I've been gaining it back. This is definitely my fault - not the band's. I've been eating poorly, as I've tried to find the 'sweet spot' with the band. I went through so much throwing up when i was too tight, and then total hunger when I've been too loose. Now my doctor feels that we are 'very close' to finding the right amount of restriction.

I asked my doctor what diet I should do (I really need to follow a strict regime -- I don't do well when I don't have something to follow). He said I SHOULD NOT do Weight Watchers -- 'it's not compatible with the band. He told me to "think Atkins", but hasn't been more specific. I'm meeting with him Monday and will try to get more.

In the meantime, I would be so appreciative to learn what your successful diet has been. What do you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Snacks? I don't really cook, but I'm in New York City so I can pretty much get anything.

Thank you so much in advance for your advice. I'm desperate to start losing weight.[/quote']

I was banded oct 26 th 09 and have lost 62 lbs. Am doing Zumba 4 times a week and walking 5 days..I am very happy to have achieved this weight loss wouldn't trade it for any other weight loss:lol:

45 minutes of Zumba Class

I had surgery on Oct 09.. I have had 3 fills and am currently at 7ccs in a 14cc band and I have restriction am down 60 lbs..

i HAVE A HARD TIME KEEPING UP ALSO AS THE DON'T TEACH YOU THE MOVES. bUT AS LONG AS YOU KEEP MOVING YOU WILL NOTICE THE CHANGES

I do Zumba 3 days a week. I have lost more weight than I was just doing my walking and elliptical. When I saw my doctor he wanted to know what I had been doing to have lost so much..Said that it can burn up to a 1000 calories.. I love it.

I had my surgery a week and day go as of today. My hardest thing to get in is my Protein drinks right now. I hear that the Protein is what will help with the weight lost and the elactisity of my skin. I have lost 28 lbs since 2/25 and I am excited. I don't want the weight loss to stop or slow down. Please give me some ideas on Protein Drinks (already made).

Thanks

Band Date: 3/11/10

Weight Loss: 28lbs since 2/25/10

Mission: Changing 4 Better

I really like be inspire peanutbutter cookie by bariactric something... sooo good no after taste.

I got my first fill at 6 weeks 5cc. feels strange i go on liquids for 2 days after then soft for one:thumbup: