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Going to Mexico. What should I take?
mbanja replied to wannabthin's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Unless you plan on going out, don't pack too many clothes. I took the clothes I wore down there, a night gown, and clothes for the trip back. Take some reading material, and can we say it enough....Gas-x. Also, if you are going to go with the carry-on bag make sure you take one with rollers or a back pack that spreads the weight on both shoulders. I took a one handle duffle bag and I was regretting in on the way back. Due to gas pain, (which mine was bad because I chose to sleep instead of walk right after surgery) it hurt to carry it on one shoulder. Hey I have an 8month old and figured I would trade the gas pain for several good hours of uninterrupted SLEEP. Hey I don't regret it at all, it was heaven. GOOD LUCK! -
Getting Banded on 11/24 and the pre-op diet is hard work
auntbunnie posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi all, I'm getting banded on 11/24, yes, the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. It's funny the kinds of reactions I get from people who hear the date. They're like "you're ruining your thanksgiving!" And I say, no I'm not. I'm starting over. I have about 130 pounds to lose to be to my ideal weight. 8 more days :w00t: -
Anyine Else Exited About Better S**????
ldjstonband posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Is anyone else exited about better sex after weight loss. Not to get Nasty but its a reall issue when your really obese right. This is a forum to talk about real issues. Is anyone's sex life spicier since the band? Don't have to go into super details or anything just wondering I'm only 29 so yes I do think about it. -
2 weeks out, only 10 pounds down
onlybroomegirl replied to puttingme1st's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Don't get stressed! Your body is just trying to figure this out. It will happen periodically. You will lose weight! Don't get discouraged & don't cheat!! -
anyone else in month 3 of 6 (pre op req)
TheSweetesThing84 replied to lovePINK's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hola!!! I just had my 3rd appt yesterday and also hoping to be sleeved in November. I considered weight loss surgery in November last year my weight was 279, I lost and got down to 239 thinking I could continue on my own and now here I am 9 months later at my highest weight ever. I am sooooo ready to be done with these requirements. Would love to keep up with your progress! I am 26 Female 5'4 300lbs BMI:51.5 Aetna Insurance Had surgeon consult, Upper GI and will have my psych eval in September -
All - I'm looking for a dr that can monitor me for the required 6 month physician supervised weight loss and then write a letter of medical necessity for VSG surgery for my insurance. I have been unsuccessful with my lap band and would like to have it converted to the sleeve. Any advice anyone can offer is extremely appreciated!
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Words of advice for exercising sleevers!
Iniysa replied to Debrry's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Very good to know!! I will remember that! Up your Water intake too if you can. Don't weight yourself daily, try weekly. Also don't just go by what the scale says. Measure your self too. Working out creates muscle, and muscle is heavy. I bet you're loosing inches though. Good luck! -
Is this a measure of our problem with food?
pinkdots410 replied to Hastings's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Very good point. Just because we CAN eat something doesn't mean eat it...or try it! :smile2: I have made the decision to get the band and follow the rules. No more over-indulging - I've had 10+ years of pigging out and testing my limit with food - IT STOPS HERE. I am determined to be successful! No more starting diets on "Monday" for me. It will not kill me to stay on liquids for 3 weeks, mushies for 2 weeks and then eating healthy - Protein first, then veggies then carbs. It will not kill me to give up caffeine and sodas for 6 months - I've over-indulged on soda for far too long. It will not kill me to avoid alcohol for 6 months - I will have the rest of my life to enjoy the occasional glass of wine or beer. Now is when I LEARN self-control and for once in my life be successful at weight loss. Now who will join me? -
I've been feeling like I can be doing better, far as eating,going to gym more , and etc. But my kids childcare provider told me today that I was looking a little smaller than I was since the last time she had seen me which was 2 months ago. And it put a smile on my face . Feel great when others notice your weight loss.
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Starting Weight Training
Big Wave Dave replied to jano's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Aloha Jano I got my band on the 11th. of July and was in the gym on the 16th. for 35 min. on the thread mill and have gone everyday except on Sunday (had to go to church). I was told to go 5-6 days aweek, will be starting my weight training on Monday the 30th. Nothing heavy for a few more weeks just trying to get a head start and tone up. One thing that is really helping me is my dear sweet wife will be getting her band on the 29th. of Aug. So the support is there and going to the gym and taking walks with her is the best ever. Well good luck and go for it Aloha BWD -
Yes~ Body-for-LIFE. I forgot to put it in. Anyone wanting to learn about weights and definition would benefit from it tremendously.
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I love Isopure!! I dont use it for weight reduction I use it to supplement my protein....My fav is strawberries and cream!!!
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Hi Everyone~ Anyone use Isopure zero carb protein shake? I just bought a 3lb container - reading the label on the back, it says "do not use for weight reduction". Anyone have info??? Thanks!!
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Advice for problem keeping food down?
Weigh2Fat replied to Belle12689's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You are describing exactly what I've been going through for the last 3+ years. The first 3 years of my lapband were perfect. I went from 265 down to 180. At my 5'9" height, I was very happy with the weight. The band was perfect. Then out of nowhere, it just started closing up. The band seemed to get tighter every day. I was vomiting just about everything until finally I couldn't even keep water down. The DR did a major unfill and I had a barium swallow test which turned out fine. The band appeared to be in place. So they let my band rest for a few months (+20 lbs) and then slowly started filling it up again. Once I got back to my sweet spot I'd be good for another few months and then the vomiting would start again and over a couple weeks would be back to being totally closed off, (at least that's how I describe it.). When it's so tight that I can't even drink water and keep it down, the reflux is horrible and painful. It starts with pressure in my chest and between the shoulder blades (gallbladder tests have been done and were fine). Then only thing that stops the pain is vomiting. And the bile builds up so bad. Such a nasty feeling. I have been living with this cycle for over 3 years now of unfilling (gaining 20-30 pounds), gradually filling (losing 15-20 pounds) then I'm good for 3-5 months and then the same vicious cycle. I loved my band the first 3 years. It was perfect for me. Seriously considering a sleeve but afraid I'll have no relief options (unfill) if the reflux continues. Let me know what you found out and if you got your issue resolved. -
Has Lap Band helped you?
plain replied to cammafacation's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hey Cammy, welcome aboard. I love my lapband. It's working pretty great for me. I think the most challenging part of having a band is having to change some old bad habits. The band is really only a bridge to get you to a healthier lifestyle....you still have to do your part....but that's also one of the biggest rewards. The weight loss is pretty rewarding too, lol. It sucks that you may not have strong family support. But there are a ton of friendly people here that will try and help. I would strongly recommend that you start researching all weight loss surgeries before you decide which, if any, are right for you. Good luck! -
Anyone have advice on telling teenagers about the sleeve?
rome replied to annie95's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Perhaps you don't need to tell them anything :-) When they ask you about your weight loss you can say that you are under a doctor supervised low carb. weight loss program. That is true :-) Whatever you decide to do, it's YOUR story to tell. No obligation to tell anyone if you choose not to. Good luck! -
getting nervous appointment is wednesday
dream_small2013 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ugh you guys I'm so nervous my doctors app is Wednesday May 22nd at 8:30 in the morning. I'm praying and hopping things go well and that he agrees with me trying to get approved for the lap band surgery. With who actually got approved what were the reasons you were approved, and if you didn't on the first try what steps did you have to take to actually get approved and how long did it take? My numbers are Age: 21 Weight: 263.5 Height: 5'5" BMI: 43.85 Been over Wight my whole life a lot of my family is over weight as well, diabetes runs in my family same with heart problems, cholesterol issues and strokes. -
HI Zara - I'm so sorry you are struggling. I'm guessing you have talked to the doctor and surgeon, right? And they say physically you are ok - just still healing? As long as there is nothing physically wrong, then it sounds like fear is on the rampage and it's so good you wrote a note to us so we can encourage you! I fear gaining weight too. I had my surgery on June 12 and my weight loss has recently slowed. Scares me. But I know it's all part of the process. I didn't get here in two months and I sure won't be totally healed and healthy in two months. There will be ups and downs. As for feeling nauseas - I have that too with some foods. I try to experiment - and see what I can and can't eat. I miss some foods - really miss them - but it's still early for us. And your body has especially been through so, so much. Please try to be patient - and get people around you to support you. I hate feeling alone in this - and this website does help a bit. Hoping and praying for a bit of pain-relief for you.... amy
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Hi guys! Thanks for replying. It was so much the portion size that bothered me as what ever I cook I use a quarter cup, half cup or full cup measure to make my portions (from Amazon), for example I would measure half/quarter a cup of rice/potatoes or what ever with half/quarter cup of whatever I made to go with it so I generally don't eat more than 1 full cup. My issue is that either I just get really full all of a sudden or I don't get full at all and walk around like a hungry bear haha! My band has a mind of its own and I am not losing even 2lb a week as some days I can barely eat and other days I can't stop! I was banded in Dec 2008 and I lost a great amount of weight but since last summer (June or July-ish 2010 - UK time), I have gained ALOT and trying to recommit to my journey but tbh this is sooooo much HARDER this time round and I have 7.7ml in 10ml band!! Thanks though guys, you have helped truly xx
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Last trip to Yosemite as a fat person
Gettinsmall replied to Bluesea71's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
That's great. I am in the beginning stages but for me those are the goals I have.. Not so much how much weight have I lost, but when can my new weight allow me to do the things I want to. Good luck with your surgery -
What should I expect at the 3 week post op checkup?
TallGirl300 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey y'all, I'm 11 days out and am starting to think about my upcoming appt on the 18th (I'll technically be 15days post op). What do your doctors typically look for at this appt? How much weight will they expect you to have lost, %? I know each doctor is different but wanted to try and get some idea of what could happen Thanks!! -
Anthem BCBS 6 mo diet question
sunnkistme replied to bncbabe2015's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was right at 40 BMI so my surgeon advised me to stay the same weight as my initial visit for my visit with the nutritionist. After that he said I could lose as much as I was able. I fluctuated one or two pounds from visit to visit. I was approved by BCBS within 24 hours of submitting my paperwork documenting the six months. . Of course, my primary had sent me to many specialist prior to seeing the surgeon for weight loss. I am not sure if impending back surgery made them more likely to consider WLS OK. -
It's not emotional eating for me...
FarmGirl7 replied to acasner's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am not an emotional eater, nor do I eat because I "love food". My thyroid went bizerk 5yrs ago, and it took 6 months before I got a diagnosis, and 40 lbs packed on my tush. I then had a set of twins, and after they were born I gained some more. I have to stick to Weight Watchers to NOT gain weight, not to lose it. It's been frustrating to say the least. -
That comment from your co-worked was so rude, but she probably didn't think before she spoke. Anyway, nice comment from the student, especially since you didn't have him in a class. Keep up the good work, you probably could have said, "Well don't bother, I probably wouldn't get much use out of it anyway, since I am still loosing weight!" HAHA! Karen
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Explain something to me?
Fiddleman replied to BigDaddyJoe's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Great job man at your success and hard work. Super impressed with smacking down the weight in just 5 months. Fitting into size 32 is validation of being a success. Want to share your secrets with everyone? I am sure they would appreciate it.
