jmunks2000
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Well, I have an adjustment/fill appointment today. Since I am divorced now (as of 05/03/10), I no longer have the insurance that covered the fills, so I have to pay $120 for it. The price doesn't really bother me because I've spent that kind of money and more on appetite suppressants, lipo injections, and diet fads in the past. What I am struggling with is having to pay the fee and when I go in, no fill is needed. I know I need to go though because I haven't been since June. My doctor's office recommends going every 2-4 weeks for the first year. The NP didn't want to fill it last time (although she did add .2cc and asked me to do liquids for 3 days instead of 2). Plus I know that I am sorta in the green zone because I have been watching my food intake and feelings of satiety very carefully. I just think that I am on the low side on the green zone (if that is such a thing). Of course, I don't want to be too aggressive and tip myself into to red zone. As to whether I can eat foods like bread and rice, well I haven't really tried so I'm not really sure about my restriction/tolerance level. I have taken a nimble of the above mentioned stuff here and there. When I say nimble, I really mean nimble/crumb/ant bite/pinch. I have eaten spaghetti before but just a small amount because I just don't like the texture and taste of the pasta anymore. I haven't experienced stuck/sliming/vomiting episodes as described on the site by others so I second guess my restriction all of the time. Enough with the babbling. I'm just trying to say... I just wanna be in the dead center of the GREEN ZONE!
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My band is six months out on the 25th of this month so WHERE IS MY SWEET SPOT???? LOL
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The devil is defeated. We are going through the same thing and guess what? I just found out that is becuase I have near perfect restriction......I wonder if you have the same thing.
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Here is my update: I just left my fill appt and returned with no fill. I explained that I recognize the restriction but I rarely feel satified. My doctor's office does fills under flurocoscopy (or however you spell it) so they can see a person's restriction. They loved my restriction on the xray, they loved my weight loss success thus far. The NP was afraid that even a tiny fill would put me into the red. I told her I felt like I was on the low end of green so she scheduled me to come back in two weeks. A few reminders that she gave me were more water, more protein (lots more protein than my journal indicated) less corn, carrots , sweet peas, and potatoes. I thought I was doing good in the veggies but apparantly they want more green veggies. They gave me some interesting printouts that stated some other suggestions including a jumpstart plan that looks like the pre-op diet. I'll type them up if you'd like. So now I have my answer and now I know what to do to step up my loss. I guess I'm at my sweet spot.......
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As you know I go through the same thing. I just left my fill appt and returned with no fill. I explained that I recognize the restriction but I rarely feel satified. My doctor's office does fills under flurocoscopy (or however you spell it) so they can see a person's restriction. They loved my restriction on the xray, they loved my weight loss success thus far. The NP was afraid that even a tiny fill would put me into the red. I told her I felt like I was on the low end of green so she scheduled me to come back in two weeks. A few reminders that she gave me were more water, more protein (lots more protein than my journal indicated) less corn, carrots , sweet peas, and potatoes. I thought I was doing good in the veggies but apparantly they want more green veggies. They gave me some interesting printouts that stated some other suggestions including a jumpstart plan that looks like the pre-op diet. I'll type them up if you'd like. We are in the same boat, I just blogged about something like this topic this morning.
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Here are some things I do self made salad w/small can of tuna Smart Ones meatloaf and greenbeans or salisbury steak with greenbeans and just watch the sodium. Soups and and grill a chicken breast. Baked fish fillet or baked chicken cooked the night before frozen steamables mixed veggies protein shakes
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That's the thing, I have lost ten lbs since the fill but I excercise religiously and I am so picky about what I put into my mouth. I feel like I am losing without the band (not that that's a bad thing). I am hungry, not as bad as I used to be but I have hungry moments and I have tight moments. I feel the same way I did and I am doing the same thing I was doing before the last fill when the NP thought I didn't need a fill. Somedays I feel just fine. Other days, I am a hungry beast and have to rely on sheer will power. Just thought I'd blog this topic for future reflection.
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I don't know why I never befriended you after all this time....reading your posts and using the advise you provide.
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I eat them. I cut it up in small chucks, sometimes peeling them. Then I zip-lock them and nimble on them like potatoe chips. They help keep me fuller between meals. Although peanut butter is not recommended by some doctors, sometimes I grab a spoon of it and dip the apples in it.
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Awesome, see you on the other side of bandland!
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This blog get a five star rating from me. Thanks for the gentle reminders.
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Wow, you look great! -
I am happy with my success so far. I often think about how my life has changed in six months. I know that I would have probably gained a few pounds by now if I hadn't had the surgery so I'm grateful for any weightloss even when it has it's slow moments.
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great pics!
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I was reading your post on Shonette's page. Did I understand correctly? You had a fill today and your doc lets you eat regular food on the day of your fill? Lucky you! I am getting my fourth fill tomorrow and I already know I'll be on liquids for the next two days.
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Hello, thanks for the compliments. You were banded almost a year ago right? Just go back to the following basics.
Stick to these reminders:
eat protein (it keeps you fuller longer and is the greatest with weight loss)
get rid of items with simple carbs and simple sugars (they spike your blood, giving you the energy spurt that dissipates quickly and makes you tired and sluggish so you can't make it to workout)
drink water, fill up on it..
if it doesn't come from a mother, don't eat it (stay away from processed quick to eat foods)
don't buy it!!! If it's not in the house, you can't eat it
don't be too hard on yourself, if you fall off, get back on again!!!
visit your doctor for possible adjustments!
Be kind to yourself!
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-55 pounds. (I had surgery Dec. 1st 2009, but this picture from August 2 2009 was ONCE one of my favorite pictures of me. When looking at it...holy heck I can see a HUGE difference!)
jmunks2000 commented on RandaPanda's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
I agree with lizzy09, you Do look good! -
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Great job. I didn't meet my goal of 199 this week either, but I did lose 3.6 pounds...so guess what? I'll take whatever I can get. I was at 208 since June 30th so I'm glad to see the scale moving again. I would like to try the recipe. Sounds delicious.
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Well, I didn't make it to 199 by 08/06, but it's okay. I went from 208 to 205.4 in a week. It's a relief because I have been at 208 since 06/30. Thanks for all of your encouragement.
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The before pics were taken in may, about a month after surgery, and the afters were last night. I have been meaning to do this pic for a while... The shorts are different because I chucked the others... but the shirt is the same... about 90 pounds lost fr
jmunks2000 commented on JenB78's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
Look at you! Wow I see the difference -
Aug 2010- The jacket is a size 12! Woot!
jmunks2000 commented on JenB78's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
Woot, woot. Yeah! -
gotta love the band!
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It is unfortunate that they didn't inform you by phone. All insurances (I believe) have the 4-6 month requirement and even the doctor's office knows this.The good news is the six months will fly by quickly and the doctor's office knows exactly how to document and even appeal if necessary to get you approved. I knw how you feel. You contemplate surgery for months or even years and when you finally make up your mind....bam, it feels lie a road block hits. Don't get yourself too frustrated... you'll be in bandland before you know it.
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Yeah, My bf was banded in November of last year. Her BMI wasn't that high but she had diabetes. I'm not sure if she is strongly considering the advocate career with True Results but she mentioned it to me.