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Yes ! I use to be addicted to FAcebook now this gas taken the place of it !

Woo Hoo ! Way to go !

Have u considered that u may have gained muscle from the 5k training?

First step in fixing a problem is understanding that u have one.it looks like u get it ! I know all the rules are hard to follow but I would say getting protein in and eating it first may be the main rule to try to stick to.for me I really hate exercise so I try to stick to the eating rules cuz I know I am up and down on the exercise.I was banded 4/6/12 and have lost 36 lbs since pre op 3/23/12.

Check out this chart it gives the pros and cons of all 3 surgeries.this company does band and sleeve and I've food it to be the least biased of comparisons.I know this is a really togh decision.you will have a lot of support here.Good luck !! http://www.trueresults.com/weight-loss-surgeries

My bestfriend is going through Kaiser.I think this is about money.from my understanding Although kaiser offers Lapband they actually contract the service out if u chose it so they lose money.the bypass and sleeve is done in house by kaiser so they save money. For an unbiased opinion try looking at the charts on trueresults.com.they outline each procedure risks and benefits. http://www.trueresults.com/weight-loss-surgeries I know this is a really tough decision no matter what u chose.But it's up to u to make the choice that's right for u.one thing I want to touch on is, u said that their are many cases where the Lapband is being " undone"for me that's one of the main reasons why I chose it.because it didn't permanent alter or remove any part of my body.there are many other reasons some u may find in the charts.if u have any other thoughts or question myself as well as many others are ready to share more of our story and answer any questions.GoodLuck ! Pre op 3/23/12 wt 339 Banded4/6/12 weight 325 May 31st wt 303 lbs

For my orientation the doctor explained how the band works and had a sample band attached to a plastic stomach so we can see.he told us all the risks and benefits then opened up for questions.then had a one to one with each of us in the exam room.Good luck to you !!

Congratulations !

LoL ! Me too !!

Name, real or screen~Bigenuff AKA Kesha Goal weight for June 30th -296 Weight on June 1st -303 Age~39 Dietary goal for June - more consistent on journaling calories Exercise goal for June 2 mile walk 3 x's a week Personal goal for June get settled in new job Date banded~4/6/12 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~36 lbs since preop 3/23/12 What is your favorite summer activity~sitting poolside feet in Water ( not actually swimming)

Oh yes 303 !! Exceeded my goal by 2 lbs.!

Yay !! AWESOME !

Feeling hungry is the worst feeling especially if u had major surgery that we thought was supposed to stop it.I know it's not fun but the band will work.in the meantime I'd say if ur hungry EAT !! 1follow the rules:eat slowly ,chew thoroughly ,proteins first then veggies the carb. 2.eat snacks.this is against the rules of some dr.'s but for me I eat about every 2-3 hrs.and I'm still loosing 1-2 lbs a week.I hate feeling hungry.with the band I eat small snacks and feel satisfied.usually protein, low carb protein bars sugar free jello/pudding but sometimes it's regular cookies(I know not a good choice but never go over the serving size) 3.Journal ,ur more likely to make better decisions if u know u have to write it down.I find that even on my cookie splurge days I usually do not go over my total calories.

Banded 4/6/12 I didn't have my period scheduled for that week.then again 1st week of may no cycle .just had my first one since band on may 20th.after loosing my mind the first day and refusing to chart it on MFP I bought sugar free chocolate and the Atkins nougat penut Carmel bars(like snickers) to get me through.did ok .hopefully it galls back on schedule so I can be ready for it next month.

YAY !! Congratulations !

I have always assumed I didn't have to wait 30 min to drink.so my compromise between what my Dr daid and what i think has been to wait 10-15 min until I thought the food passed then start drinking slowly checking for signals if it was ok.I've done that since I started solids with no problem except my one " stuck incident" I tried to drink to move the food.

Yay ! I can't wait for that. People who know I've been banded have commented but they arelooking for it.I will be so happy when someone who doesn't know comments ! Congrats to u !

P.S.I had one fill.not because I thought I needed it cuz I didn't think I did.but really wanted to know what the difference wAs.I refused my 2nd fill last week.I'm losing 1-2 lbs a week and I'm ok with that.the band is a 10 in my book.

I had the same exact concern.I talked to my Dr.about it pre band.he said because this is a support site u will get more extremes than the norm.most of the "normal" folks are just living with the band. I've seen is a lot of posts from people that have had the band for a yr or more and have just join the site when they have a problem. Also I actually see a lot from folks who have done way better than normal. For me I was banded 4/6/12 lost 34 lbs so far including 2 week pre op from 3/23.my starting weight 339 today 305 my goal is 180.

I think u get in as much ad u can.many people get dehydrated for not getting enough.it's fine.

Yes I had restriction with no fill.ate 2-3 oz.I got my first fill more out of curiosityi wanted to know what the difference was.I refused My 2nd fill last week. I'm actually eating more now 4-6 oz.but losing 1-2 lbs

U have lost 11 lbs since may 4th. That average is 3 1/2 lbs a week.that's pretty good.U R 22 days out I'm sure ur body is still healing and adjusting.just keep eating right and it should balance out in a couple of weeks.I was banded 4/6/12 and when I went to solid foods I gained a pound.but have been loosing 1-2 lbs the last 5 weeks.Dont rush it think u will be fine.Good luck !:-)

Eli so sorry to hear that :-( .but to echo others.you have all of us.if u don't want to display to all u can send a private message to any of us( who ever u think u can relate to) and I'm sure u will get support.you are still 24 lbs lighter and that should be celebrated ! Go to you doctor and start fresh.believe me he has seen others in way worse positions ! U can do it! Just take it one step at a time :-)