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Wow! I had no idea about Mexico banding.
BabyGotBack replied to luv2bingo07's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am getting banded in Mexico by Dr. Ariel Ortiz. He is a world renowned surgeon. He has actually trained many of the doctors who do it in the states. You have to fill out a lot of paperwork and fax it. From there if you have a higher bmi or co morbities you have to go one day prior to the surgery date. They give you a full pre op examinations, everything they do here. They can refure to do the surgery and refund your money. They will not band you if there is any risk. They have been doing it in Mexico a lot longer than the states. They have rules and regulations they follow just like here. Audree -
Man I can't wait to get mine!!!! YUUUMMMM Has anyonoe tried the strawberry kiwi? That is the one I bought. I hope it is good! Audree
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Thank you everybody for thinking and praying for me! I am retiring early tonight. I am feeling better, but still feel run down. I know only rest takes care of being sick and lots of fluids. I also have not slept well the last few nights with horrible sore throat pain. I may check in tomorrow, but I have a lot to do before I leave, so I may not get a chance to. I will let you all know how I am as soon as I can! Which will probably be Saturday or Sunday. Thank you all for your support!!! Audree
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I AM NERVOUS!!!! I can't even believe it! I will let you know how they are. I bought a big one of the strawberry Kiwi and samples of all the others. I bought them on Bodybuilding.com and looked under Nectar. I have heard it tastes really fruity, like juice. I can't wait. I enjoy my vanilla Protein, but I really like fruity tastes and I bet they can be frozen and be like an ice cream! You add Water and ice. You don't have to use milk or soy milk. Maybe a little splash of juice. I can't wait to start making my little recipes. Audree
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Looking for locals in Orange County.
BabyGotBack replied to Dutchgrl59's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am not too far from OC and would be interested in a support group!!! Audree -
I am feelling better. I had some liquid B12 and I have been taking Airbornee. My appetite is back, so I know I am getting better. I am really enjoying my South Beach Diet meals. They are really tasty!!! YUM YUM I am going to start to pack. Any last minute suggestions? Audree
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Sunshine2: Here is the website http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/syn/nectar.html I did buy myself some QuickSlim30 just in case from my chinese herbalist. The ingredients are so natural. I see it as just taking a weight loss supplement since the ingredients are beneficial to general health. Here is some info on it: <TABLE height=166 cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=409 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD class=header_title style="WIDTH: 363px; HEIGHT: 47px" vAlign=bottom>Introducing QuickSlim-30, the healthiest diet pill on the planet. </TD><TD style="WIDTH: 23px; HEIGHT: 166px" rowSpan=2></TD></TR><TR><TD class=header_text style="WIDTH: 363px; HEIGHT: 28px" vAlign=center align=left> What's so special about QuickSlim-30? Its combination of twelve herbs together achieves weight loss by balancing and nourishing your body. Is your weight gain due to stress? Poor elimination? Low energy? Poor digestion? A build-up of toxins? Slow metabolism? Let QuickSlim-30's twelve herbs work together to address any or all of these issues. The result is whole-body balance so you reach your desired weight --- quickly. There's no other formula like QuickSlim-30. As the most nutritious diet pill on the planet, QuickSlim-30 contains 12 healthful herbs that together balance your body, provide you energy, and help you reach your desired weight quickly. QuickSlim-30 contains these nutritious herbs for weight loss: Alisma - diuretic Aloe Vera - relieves constipation, cleanses internal systems, aids in fat and sugar metabolism Fo-Ti - promotes internal cleansing, detoxifies and strengthens the blood, invigorates kidneys and liver, increases vitality Fructus Mori - improves digestion, increases energy Goji Berries - increases energy by improving blood circulation, provides nutrition to kidneys Grape Seed Extract - strengthens blood vessels, reduces inflammation Green Tea - aids digestion, detoxifies, reduces cholesterol and triglycerides, enhances immune function Hawthorn Berries - strengthens the heart by enhancing enzyme metabolism and oxygen utilization in the heart muscle Lotus Leaf - improves urination Reishi Mushroom - improves energy levels, reduces cholesterol and blood lipid levels Spirulina (Blue-Green Algae) - increases energy and mood, provides carotenoids and other nutrients beneficial to those who don't consume several servings of vegetables each day, is a complete source of protein, especially helpful in obesity Sweet Tea Vine - improves protein metabolism, detoxifies, improves immune-system functioning <TABLE style="WIDTH: 100%" cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=10 border=1><TBODY><TR><TD>Directions for Use: Before breakfast, simply take one tablet in the morning with an eight-ounce glass of water. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or under 18 years old, do not use this product. Discontinue use and consult a physician if any adverse reaction occurs. Most customers report low appetite while taking QuickSlim-30.</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> I took them before and I felt really good on them. It does a lot more than just suppress the appetite. I am just going to have my bottle on hand if I feel I need it. I may just take them to detox and do all the other stuff it says. It also gave me energy to work out. Audree </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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I just ordered the Strawberry Kiwi Nectar and samples of the others. Here is the info: <TABLE cellPadding=10 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD align=middle width="48%">Syntrax Presents: Nectar Best Tasting Protein!</TD><TD width="22%"> </TD><TD vAlign=top width="30%"><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=120 bgColor=#333399 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=middle></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle><TABLE cellPadding=3 width="96%" bgColor=#000000 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD> This works well with: >99 Thermocore >MyoLean EFX >Cheaters Relief >Lipovar 8 </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=bottom align=middle></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD colSpan=3> Fruit Juice Flavored Whey With No Carbs Or Fat! Welcome to the critically acclaimed world of Nectar! Gone are the days of low quality whey protein. Gone are the days of those blah-tasting protein drinks that promise much but deliver little. Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> once-and-for-all breaks the mold by combining Promina, the highest quality whey protein isolate ever developed, with a flavoring system that is so fruitilicious that you will never drink another whey protein shake ever again. If you like the refreshing taste of fruit juice, you'll love Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP>! With its mouthwatering fruit juice flavors, Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> is truly a protein drink you will look forward to drinking each and every day. Whether it be Apple Ecstasy, Very Cherry Berry, Caribbean Cooler, or Strawberry Kiwi, Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> will keep you coming back for more. What's more? Well, we did something totally amazing by engineering Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> to be so delicious that you can eat it right out of the container. Imagine putting a protein powder in your mouth and it tasting like candy. Imagine this protein powder having zero carbs and zero fat. Stop imagining! We've brought you Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP>! Order today using our 100% secure server and get it at the lowest prices in the world with our fast, inexpensive 2 - 3 day shipping! NOBODY beats our overall price! </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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The one I bought is made by Syntrax. Here is the info on it. <TABLE cellPadding=10 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD align=middle width="48%">Syntrax Presents: nectar Best Tasting Protein!</TD><TD width="22%"> </TD><TD vAlign=top width="30%"><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=120 bgColor=#333399 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=middle></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle><TABLE cellPadding=3 width="96%" bgColor=#000000 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD> This works well with: >99 Thermocore >MyoLean EFX >Cheaters Relief >Lipovar 8 </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=bottom align=middle></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD colSpan=3> fruit juice Flavored Whey With No Carbs Or Fat! Welcome to the critically acclaimed world of Nectar! Gone are the days of low quality whey protein. Gone are the days of those blah-tasting Protein drinks that promise much but deliver little. Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> once-and-for-all breaks the mold by combining Promina, the highest quality whey protein isolate ever developed, with a flavoring system that is so fruitilicious that you will never drink another whey protein shake ever again. If you like the refreshing taste of fruit juice, you'll love Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP>! With its mouthwatering fruit juice flavors, Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> is truly a Protein Drink you will look forward to drinking each and every day. Whether it be Apple Ecstasy, Very Cherry berry, Caribbean Cooler, or strawberry Kiwi, Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> will keep you coming back for more. What's more? Well, we did something totally amazing by engineering Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> to be so delicious that you can eat it right out of the container. Imagine putting a Protein Powder in your mouth and it tasting like candy. Imagine this protein powder having zero carbs and zero fat. Stop imagining! We've brought you Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP>! Order today using our 100% secure server and get it at the lowest prices in the world with our fast, inexpensive 2 - 3 day shipping! NOBODY beats our overall price! </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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I bought the Stawberry Kiwi and samples on the other flavors. I can't wait to try them and let you all know how they taste!!! Here is some info on them. <TABLE cellPadding=10 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD align=middle width="48%">Syntrax Presents: Nectar Best Tasting Protein!</TD><TD width="22%"> </TD><TD vAlign=top width="30%"><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=120 bgColor=#333399 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=middle></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=center align=middle><TABLE cellPadding=3 width="96%" bgColor=#000000 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD> This works well with: >99 Thermocore >MyoLean EFX >Cheaters Relief >Lipovar 8 </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=bottom align=middle></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR><TR><TD colSpan=3> Fruit juice Flavored whey With No Carbs Or Fat! Welcome to the critically acclaimed world of Nectar! Gone are the days of low quality whey Protein. Gone are the days of those blah-tasting Protein Drinks that promise much but deliver little. Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> once-and-for-all breaks the mold by combining Promina, the highest quality whey protein isolate ever developed, with a flavoring system that is so fruitilicious that you will never drink another whey Protein Shake ever again. If you like the refreshing taste of fruit juice, you'll love Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP>! With its mouthwatering fruit juice flavors, Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> is truly a Protein Drink you will look forward to drinking each and every day. Whether it be Apple Ecstasy, Very Cherry berry, caribbean cooler, or strawberry Kiwi, Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> will keep you coming back for more. What's more? Well, we did something totally amazing by engineering Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP> to be so delicious that you can eat it right out of the container. Imagine putting a Protein Powder in your mouth and it tasting like candy. Imagine this protein powder having zero carbs and zero fat. Stop imagining! We've brought you Nectar<SUP>TM</SUP>! Order today using our 100% secure server and get it at the lowest prices in the world with our fast, inexpensive 2 - 3 day shipping! NOBODY beats our overall price! </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
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I had some Wolfgang Pucks Gourmet chicken broth today for breakfast since I have a sore throat (not banded yet) and I kid you not, about 1/2 hour after,my hands started to swell up and my rings are tight!!!!!!!!!!! Man, I know it is higher in sodium, like 720 gm for a cup, but I didn't expect that!!! It was very, very, very tasty, but if you don' want to retain Water, I'd stay away from it unless you really need something different. I am also going to try a South Beach Diet frozen meal, instead of Lean Cuisine. Someone gave me this advice. I am super sensitive to carbs and my appetite is off the charts. It looks really good. It is the Pasta made with whole grain wheat with roasted bell peppers and brocolli. Only 30 calories, 23 grams of Protein, 8 grams Fiber and 13 grams of fat. I little higher in fat than Lean Cuisine, but more protein and fiber. I told the patient care coordinator about my cold and she said it would be fine. She also said Dr. Ortiz only uses the regular bands, not the new Advanced Profile band. He does use the low profile/mini port and no extra cost. How are we all doing? Audree
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I just ordered a sample of the Nectar protein in each flavor they had. I will let you guys know how they taste.Audree
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I got it off some link I got off on of the threads. I think it was like $29 bucks. I ordered the strawberry kiwi, I am hoping it is good. They say you can eat it right out of the can? Is it powder or some other type of consistency? Do you make it with Water, milk, juice? Do you have any suggestions, recipes, things you do with it? Like freeze it? Audree :hungry:
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Best 0 calorie/low calorie foods?
BabyGotBack replied to BabyGotBack's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am sure there has to be more ideas!!!! Audree -
Advanced Platform Lap Bands (Allergan Inc.) formerly Inamed
BabyGotBack replied to priscilla's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have sent an email to him and I am waiting for the reply!Audree -
Thanks Boo for the 411 on the soft pillow. Can you ask for extra blankets to make the bed softer? Julestwu: Is there anything you suggest for me to do while I am there? Where did you go and what did you do for fun? Were you really able to go walking around the day after surgery? Also, a friend of mine said not to tell them when you are crossing the boarder, that you were here to see a doctor. She said they may check you for meds. What did you do? Supergenius: I CAN'T BELILEVE I AM DOING THIS!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe my life is about to change. What I have waited and longed for, for so long. I am sick today. I am hoping that I am better on my surgery date. Damn, why did I have to get sick? I am having tea, Water, Air Bornne and chicken broth. I feel a little better today. This will be my third day sick. I thought I had strep throat, but strep only gets worse not better and my throat is feeling better today. How are we all doing???? Give a shout out!!!! Audree
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Good Morning my January Band sisters! I just wanted to check in! I am sick. I am just resting today. I feel slightly congested, a little cough and sore throat. At least that sharp sore throat pain is gone. Now, just a sore throat. I am also very hoarse, so I am not talking much to let my throat rest. I do not want to be sick for surgery. I have been taking Air Bornne, tea for sore throat, and had Wolfgang Puck's Gourmet chicken broth for breakfast. It was SOOOOOOO good! It is higher in sodium though. I am also going to make sure I get enough water. I leave tomorrow, probably mid day to Mexico. My surgery and pre ops are on Friday. My hotel is covered so I can come back on Sunday, but my mom wants to come home on Saturday. I told her that I will come back if I feel very good, but if I don't, I want to stay an extra day near the doctor. I wonder what happens if you have a cold on the day of surgery? Audee
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Hi Maimaru! I am not banded yet and have a question. What changes on the days you say you are tighter? I have heard some people are tighter in the morning, after exercise, premenstrual, menstrual, etc. Thanks,Audree
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Hey! I was out all day with my mom and my daughter. I had to eat out instead of eating my Lean Cuisines. :faint: I am getting NERVOUS!!!! Audree
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Hey Supergenius: I was doing so well. Today I was out all day. I had eggs, lean bacon and potatoes for Breakfast. lunch was shrimp a small serving of fries. I didn't have my Lean Cuisines, but I had small portions and my choices were pretty lean. I feel crappy too about messing up. But, I don't think it will affect me since I am not pigging out on fast food like I was. Audree
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I just wanted to check in today! Today is day 5 of my pre op. I had a shake for Breakfast, eggs, with one lean piece of bacon and potato. For lunch I had shrimp and a little bit of fries. I was out all day. I didn't eat my Lean Cuisines but I had small portions. I am also feeling a little under the wheather. I have a sore throat and feeling run down. I am downing the Air Borne, Zinc losenges and some tea for sore throat. TxPeaches: Congrats on your surgery. I hope that I recover well from surgery like all of you! I will be leaving Thursday and coming back either Saturday or Sunday, so I won't be posting, most likely, on those days, unless they have computers there and I can remember my password! Audree
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Hey Bandiva!!! Thanks for thinking about me! Today was pre op day 6 and I ate off program, small portions though. I will be leaving Thursday and returning Saturday. Audre
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I was on another thread and someone mentioned that if you have something stuck, to take a small sip of pineapple juice? That it would work like human drano? I guess maybe because of the acid in the pineapple juice. They got the info from another forum where people have had there bands longer. Audree
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Today has been great so far! I had a protein shake for breakfast. Ended up wearing most of it. It spattered all over my sweater, car, Ruben and the backseat!!!:omg: I also had a Lean Cuisine with a little shredded turkey on the side. The extra protein helped a lot. Someone on one of the threads said that Lean Cuisine has high carbs and carbs make me more hungry. They said to buy the South Beach diet ones since they have more protein. I am also drinking some green tea. I feel satisfied and happy right now. I was feeling a little overwhelmed this morning before lunch. Now, after I ate I feel a lot better. I need to drink my water today. I didn't drink it yesterday and it made it harder. Water truely helps! I weighed in at 185.5, so done 1/2 a pound from yesterday. Breakfast: Protein shake 250 Lunch: Lean Cuisine, Salisbury steak and mash potatoes, 270 calories and 8 grms fat. and 1 cup hot and sour soup Dinner: Red Robin, chicken salad and a few of my daughters fries. I can't believe that this Friday is by band day!!! I leave Thursday evening. My daughter is off this week, so the week will go by fast. I need to go shopping and buy 2 weeks of groceries and convenience foods so I don't feel pressured to cook and won't feel guity I am not cooking. I still need to bring in my elyptical from the garage. :argue: I am done with day three of pre op. I am making better choices and eating much, much less than normal.