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Have had a good day. On vacation the rest of the week. I took the man-child to his friend's house this morning and then went straight to the gym. Had my protein shake around noon and didn't eat "lunch" til 4. LOL

So its Monday and back to the grind. Down a pound today. That makes 33. I'm snacking again today. Had cottage cheese and melon. I'm trying to cut back on the protein shakes...trying to have actual food to see if that helps me over this plateau. Happy Monday Ya'll!

I've barely gotten any protein in today!!! I had some chicken broth and an apple juice box, plus about 12 oz. iced decaf tea and 6 oz. water...oh and a SF jello too. Walked more than yesterday (bought a pedometer and use that all day)...once I'm standing, after about 5 minutes, the pain is bearable...it's just standing up that kills me!!!

Wow am I sleepy today! I've forced myself to drink 64 oz of water and 2 protein shakes... it has NOT been easy.

Well I had to do a 6 month dietican supervised diet first for insurance purposes, I lost 25 pounds in those six months. The rest of the weight has come off since my 2 week pre op diet. For the most part 50 pounds of it has come off since June 22nd.

I cant wait for the fill. I try to eat mostly protein to keep me full longer, however it gets kind of boring. I really cant wait to have bread. I have 2 weeks for that.

I am not doing to bad with the weight loss, I am about 11-12 down since 1st week post op. I totally understand the impatient part. Its like I know what to do I just dont always do it.

i was banded going on 2 wks now i have been thorugh the ups and downs thinking i have done sumthing crazy cause it was so hard doing the diets and all but does seems to be a little better now. can u give me any advice on whats good to do to boost my weight lost i mean i really want this to work right now it seems to be at a stand still, the only thing on my list to eat right now is grits, and yogurt, and like protein drinks but im hungry on that. i will be happy next i can start on soft meats.

oh one more question..how do you do with your protein?? do you try to get at least 60 grams a day or do you even worry about it??

I know wat u mean about going back to the beginning again to get this band working for me better. I started on liquids again ..been on them for 3 days...dont have much energy but I am drinking protein shakes. So how are u doing?

My nutritionist told me to have about 60 grams of protein but she wants me to go up to 80 grams. My aunt had this surgery and she also told me that she doesn't do well with meats. My band isn't filled yet so I can take in drinks pretty fast. I go back to the doctor on the 27th and possibly getting filled.

Thanks for your help

Hi, You will be as successful. I am curious how much protein your nutritionist wants you to eat? I always eat my protein first no matter what kind of protein it is. I do not eat white soft bread or rolls. I have found I do not do well with grilled red meats or grilled pork, even if I chew, chew, chew, to beat the band. Those food just do not sit well with me. The key is eat slower than you think you need too and drink just as slow. When your body heals you will be able to go a little faster as your body adjusts. I had lunch at a friends house yesterday. I am not telling anyone so I had to really concentrate on going slow. The hostess served Philly cheese steak. I did ok. I am here for you if you have any questions. Have a great day. Kathy imaluckydog

-Start excercising right away...it helps with weight loss, gas pain, etc.

-Really chew slowly...if you get stuck on solids, it will hurt

-You are not alone....I haven't shared my surgery with many people and often felt very alone....go on here...it will help!

-Your hair might fall out at alarming rates. My doctor told me that this only happens to bypass patients....so not true! Make sure to get your protein, buy biotin, and remember that it will stop, and will grow back. Mine started 4 months out, and still falls out (less though), but it is growing back in everywhere too!

As far as workouts, I usually do 30 minutes on the elliptical or 30 minutes jogging and power walking. I also do abs and arm weights.

Keep up the good work, and please feel free to write back if you have any more questions...we are all here for each other

Mona, the secret is keeping up with the 1/4 cup protein and exercising when I can. I have to really get serious with the workout thing. Determination helps a lot. Thanks for the compliment!!

I don't write them down, but each morning I need to mentally know what I'm going to eat and when so that I can kinda plan my day. At least right now where I'm still on a restricted diet, I can't just stop and a restaurant and pick up something if I get hungry. I've been eating usually around 600-800, although I've been more focused on making sure I get at least 60-80gm of protein and under 60gm of carbs.

Hey Bobbie,

How are you doing???? I am doing very well...I am still on liquids(protein shake,s/f pudding or yogurt, water, crystal light)....I am going to try to last on this for at least a week after surgery, longer if possible....

TTYL

Kim

Thanks for the idea's that really helps!! Lots of protein!! It's hard to stay away from those carb's!! lol

Well the following day after the surgery which was 7/15 I went to mall. I am a big MAC junkie, so I went and bought some eyeshadows. I understand how you feel I started to get more hungry prolly after the third day. I only have one incision and at first it bothered me but I have been putting neosporin and it is healing nicely. If I do get hungry I drink chicken broth until I feel full. I am trying to stick to the schedule of drinking the protein shakes morning, noon and dinner time. If I still feel hungry I do the broth. The only thing that bothers me is where the port is, sometimes I feel the burning sensation (it is really hard to describe what I am actually feeling though). Friday I go for my post-op, so I will ask then. Well KIT and let me know if you are having the same problem with your port area?

He's from Geelong...born & raised (although I don't think y'all say that down there, it's a Texas thing). Yes I've been to Australia a few times. Actually I think a couple of pics in my album are in Australia. I like it...alot like Texas (topography, at least). Now the accent...that's something else. I swear I can totally understand my husband...but as soon as we step foot on Qantas...I can't understand a single word. hehe For the most part I don't have a problem understanding folks...but once you get a few beers in them...they're goners. Hence the reason I try not to drink too much when I'm down there...I want to understand what they're saying. lol Anyhow...about the skin...yeah I guess you're right...I just want to get rid of the weight. I'm guessing I'll take care of the excess skin later...plastic surgery, is always an option. Plus I plan to "up" my exercise...so apparently this should take care of some of the skin issue (so my doc says).

Maudi, I"m so glad to hear back from you and glad you are doing better. Me too. I"m on pureed and walking about 45 minutes a day. I tried some different food today so I hope it helps me feel full longer. I've never had cottage cheese before so bought some today as it is so high in protein. It's pretty good even pureed.

All my steri strips are off except I seem to have developed a sensitivity to them. I have sores all around the surgical sites. Except my port site. The strip was right across the stitches and it's a mess. I get my stitches out on Monday so that is kind of exciting and then back to work on Tuesday.

I actually gave notice the day before my surgery. I can't wait to be done there. Can you imagine having this surgery and working in, "Mr. Christie, you make GOOD cookies?" So I quit and am going to work for an air line.

Ok, off to play with my dawg.

Have a great evening.

Sheri

Hi Kakki! I love your name by the way. ) I, too, am really tired of the protein stuff. I was using the ATkins shakes, but almost 3 weeks of those things makes my throat close up. I bought some new protein powder at Target today and mixed it with 8 ounces of skim milk and put some splenda in it and ice and it tasted like ice cream. My little one even liked it. He's my taster LOL. Also, there are some really good sugar free syrups out there that are different flavors like peanut butter and mint and a lot of other flavors that are pretty good in the protein mixes. Let me know if you try any of those.

i decided that if the band wasnt going to do it i would. so i got gym membership and started swimming. yes its emabarassing to be in a swim suit, but i promise nobody is going to say anything! i started swimming 3 - 4 times a week, and walking everyday about 2 miles. i cut the mash potatoes and bread, and started making myself soups, with veggies, lentils, beans, any protein sourse, i cut meat, and started making fish, and i have not had a bite of bread since march, once i started doing this the pounds shed off. heres my last piece of advice. DONT weigh yourself everyday! its not steady. and it only made me feel depressed. weigh only once a week, or once every 2 weeks. i have lost 94 pds. but its been hard work, and dedication.gastric bypass is the easy way out, give this a chance you can do it! may God bless you on your journy.

Have you read J.R. Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood series? It's awesome! I hope they eventually make them into movies. I haven't read Twilight yet but I think I might. I saw the movie and I actually really liked it.

See, I've never PB'd or slimed. I do sometimes get some pressure in my chest if I eat too fast or take to big a bite though. I don't stay full for 4 hours like they say, even when I have solid protein. I got a fill today so I'm at 7.3 cc. I hope this one does the trick.

I'm what I call an inconsistent exerciser. I will do it 4 times one week and then none the next, then 2 times the week after that. I know I need to be better about it. I'm hoping to be 185 by my b-day so here's hoping!!

Im preop. i hopefulyl will be having the surgery in september. it's hard Im 382 so they wanted me to lose 40 lbs before surgery. I've started a 6 week diet and the first 2 weeks are all liquid and I'm dying because it's 4 ensures/glucerna or protein shakes not to exceed 1000 calories per day and 2 cups of vegetables. If you want you can im me on aol instant messenger at rnny0603

Hi Lori,

Yes that makes sense the bad foods I can eat and have no problems. The protein does make you full!! I am at 8 cc now and maybe a little more restriction, but not what I want!!

Keep up the good work. Typically lower carb, higher protein eating plans yeild the most weight loss. I know your feet hurt so get on a bike and ride, ride, ride and oh, don't forget the swimming pools. At the rate you're going you should have 20 lbs off by you July 2rd appt. Hang in there and remember "no pain, no gain".

I'm just looking for someone who is online now that can answer these "duh" questions about the protein drinks: Do we consider them a food or a liquid? When I eat something for breakfast i.e. boiled egg, do I have to wait an hour BEFORE I drink a protein shake (like it was a liquid) or treat it as a food and wait an hour AFTER I drink it? And since they are liquid consistency how do I get the benefit of the protein--don't they just go right through like slider foods? I know I should probably know this but I am a bit lacking in education of the basics. I left a message for my dr office to call me, but I need to know before next week

Thanks for your response,

Scout