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5 years has passed since you registered at LapBandTalk! Happy 5th Anniversary bama_belle!
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hi,
I just read your blog. How are u doing? I was banded 3 months ago but the way I eat, I often ask myself if it was a dream, lol. I have lost 28 pounds but most recently nothing becuz of the way I eat, ug ug. did u go thru any of these problems. I am 64 and need to learn control so I can get healthy
happy day
happy healthy eating
CC
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I don't know what the deal is with shrimp, but so far, I haven't had any problem eating them. I may later on, but I just take tiny bites and chew really well. Watermelon, on the other hand, is apparently a BIG no-no with me. I hope they get you scheduled and in before the big insurance change. You have Tricare, right? Have you checked into getting Tricare Prime? You should talk to someone about it. Heck, it only costs us $115 every QUARTER!
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First fill..What do you guys think about the amount?
bama_belle replied to Apples2's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I think mine is a 10cc. I don't know how much was put in during the surgery, but on Tuesday I had 2cc put in. According to my Dr., I've done so well on the weight loss that he didn't really think I needed a fill, but did a small one so I would continue to lose and not get discouraged. I'm on liquids/softies for the rest of the week and then back to solids. Yesterday I was starving, strangely, but today, not so much. My question is, do you guys exercise on the days you're on liquids/softies, after a fill? -
Share ideas, What did you eat today ?
bama_belle replied to kimmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I've been eating a lot of tuna salad and chicken salad. But I don't make it the traditional way. Instead of mayo or miracle whip (ugh) I mix the tuna or chicken with spinach dip, or artichoke dip. Two tablespoons of the stuff only has 90 calories, is really good and you get a bit of extra vegetable in your diet without even thinking about it. Frankly, the salad turns out much creamier and yummier than with mayo. We had burgers the other day. Now, I don't eat much bread, so I have to be creative with my burgers. I used the spinach dip instead of mayo, and it was AWESOME! I may never eat mayo again. LOL -
Share ideas, What did you eat today ?
bama_belle replied to kimmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had my first fill on Tuesday, so I'm back on liquids/soft foods again. I read what some of you are eating, and I think I'm eating wayyyy too much? Yet I've lost 28 pounds so far, so I don't know. I just feel like I should be eating way less than I should. I keep track of everything (nutrition, water, exercise) with my SparkPeople page. For the most part, I've managed to stay less than 1500 calories every day. http://www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/nutrition.asp -
First, I think Cahaba Valley only does the Lap Band surgery on Thursdays. That's when I had to have mine done. I was back to work on MONDAY. Of course, someone else had to drive me, but yeah, I was back at work. I was easy and careful about what I did, and I was really tired by the end of the day, but I felt fine, otherwise. My starting weight was 271. I'm 5'2" (barely!) and like you, my goal weight is 150. I'll probably reassess when I get there, but for now, it's a good goal! Hang in there. It will happen. It just takes a little time. And, btw, you've picked a great group. CV's folks have been super!
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Tricare Approval or Denial??
bama_belle replied to JamieNP's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I had to fight with United Health Care, because they wouldn't pay. (we have both insurances). I have Tricare Prime. I went to my PCM, he wrote the referral and faxed it. I had an appt. with Dr. Stahl within two weeks. That was April 7th. I saw him, they submitted the paperwork that week. Within two weeks I was approved. That was April 14th. I had the surgery on May 29th. -
Hi there. I read some of your posts, and we have a number of things in common. My husband is retired ARNG. I used tricare for my surgery, and Cahaba Valley. Message me if you'd like to chat.
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Who has used Cahaba Valley especially Dr. Sherer
bama_belle replied to tutornmom's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have never met Dr. Sherer, but I do use Cahaba Valley. Dr. Stahl is my doctor, and I think they are all fabulous! They really worked hard with me to get my insurance stuff approved, and have taken great care of me. I went for my first fill on Tuesday, and Dr. Stahl was great. -
Unfortunately, Andy, I think you're right. I'm willing to travel a 1-2 hour distance, and even willing to carpool, but it doesn't seem like there's much interest. I'm willing to help put together something here in the Birmingham area if anyone's actually interested in meeting. Why don't we pick a date, say, for instance the 20th of September? It would be a little cooler then, and more comfortable than this awful heat we have right now, and would give everyone ample time to plan to be there. We could plan on Oak Mountain for the Birmingham meet.
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Where's everyone in bama at?????
bama_belle replied to bandofhope's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey... I haven't posted in a month, it seems. I didn't realize it had been that long. The only other place I've been is sparkpeople.com which is where I log my food and exercise. It's just been really,, really busy. -
Weigh in... how much have u lost?
bama_belle replied to Southern Missy's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
OK. So it's been a month since I've posted here. I didn't realize it. It's been a busy month.... I went for my first fill on 8-6. 2cc was all he put in. That was a strange experience - but not painful, which I was worried about. Anyway.... I was banded 5-29-08. As of today I've lost 28 pounds. I've gone from 271 to 243!
