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Does this happen to anyone else.....Carbs and Sugar halt my weight loss.
ElfiePoo replied to qwiksilva1's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yep, Atkins talks about carbohydrate intolerance. Many obese people have it. Sugar, by the way, is carb. Everyone has their own tolerance limit. If I want to have any weight loss at all, I have to stay under 30 carbs. If I want to just *not gain*, I have to stay under 45gm. For serious weight loss I have to drop it under 20. Everybody is different. I am an insulin resistant diabetic and found that carbs aren't the only thing that stall my weight loss. So does *excess* Protein which can cause the same effect as carbs. . -
Does this happen to anyone else.....Carbs and Sugar halt my weight loss.
Jachut replied to qwiksilva1's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Nope, for me its entirely about the calories in/out ratio. I lose weight equally well either way and I hate to admit that I know this but I also eat weight eating nothing but carby sugary junk. As long as calories are less than what I burn (and that isnt low for me, I lose on 1500 a day) then I will lose weight. -
Is there a swap board here somewhere?
PuppyBandit replied to spoiltmom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have not read this thread on this other site, but it is a clothing swap thread. CLOTHING EXCHANGE as we lose weight! - Band2gether.net Lap Band Support Forums Update: I looked at the last few posts on this and it looks old, sorry. -
I am two weeks banded. Before surgery, I went to the gym 5x per week for 30-45 minutes of cardio each time. I have been walking this week but when I am done, I feel some port pain. I am wondering what others did after surgery - I am anxious to exercise but don't want to do too much and mess up my recovery. Doc said one month without lifting weights (pushing or pulling etc.) and that we could walk after a week - but is the port pain okay? What did everyone else do?
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10 months and FINALLY restriction at 6cc!
Queen Fig posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Went to the doctor Friday and they thought I had been at 7 cc for the past 3 months but couldn't figure out why I was still hungry. They pulled all the fill out and measured and I have actually been at only 5!!!! They looked back in my records and realized that they did their math wrong. This has been a frustrating journey as I had just about given up hope on the band as I could eat WAY more than 1/2 cup of food before feeling satisfied. For those of you like me who have been slow losers, be patient. Now that I am up to REALLY 6cc, I finally have some restriction and feel so much more in control of my eating. As an emotional eater, I have had trouble eating healthy too which has been part of my problem. I read a great book called "Why Can't I Stop Eating?" which was very helpful too. I guess I thought I would have the surgery, lose weight and that would be the end of the story of my fat self. It has been more work and time than I ever thought as I was banded in November of '09. I have lost 30 lbs but wish it was more. I am happy with my loss--but had unrealistic expectations of where I would be by now. Anyway, I am excited about the days ahead as a RESTRICTED bandster. I know this thread is all over the place, but I guess I just needed to get some stuff off my chest and make room for a fresh start! Have a great day!!!!!:rolleyes2: -
Pre-determination letter
eatoandc replied to eatoandc's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hope it goes well! I have appointment with the surgeon next week! I used to be hyperthyroid and had an ablation so now I'm on the other end... One reason it's so hard for me to lose weight. -
Anyone else Day 1 post op
cbchebert replied to steeler's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery was Monday and I came home Tuesday. I am sipping Water and Lipton diet green tea. I have had a few small bites of SF Jello. I can eat a SF popsicle - if slow. Then my stomach makes these weird gurgling noises. I am still in quite a bit of pain and my lower back hurts real bad. I called my doc's office today and was told I am being too impatient. That I had a major surgery and it will take awhile for the pain to ease up. The only excersing I am doing at this point is walking around my house about once an hour. I weighed 334.5 on day of surgery and gained to to 345 due to all the fluds they pump in plus the IV's. I am urinating quite frequently now so the Fluid is coming off. I just weighed and I am down to 330.0 so I guess I have lost 4.5 lbs since Monday. How are you feeling? I have to admit I didn't realize the pain would be so bad. Please keep in touch. -
Went for check up today and Dr. said I was clear to do whatever I felt like no restrictions even go back to work. I am an RN so I have a 50lb weight requirement and he said go back whenever I thought I was ready he would sign the paper. Nice. I think I will stay off for the next 4 weeks just to use up some of my sick bank time!!!!! I started out at 265lbs on surgery day (I'm only 5'4") down to 254 today!!!
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I am feeling very upset and discouraged.
Rchavez101 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello everyone I am just wanting to vent about my situation. I was banded on November 4th and have lost 52lbs including the 2 weeks for pre-op diet. Two weeks ago I went to the doctor due to pain and swelling in the port area. They said it was called a Hematoma which is a collection of blood due to hemmorage. They said all would be fine but man it just doesn't seem to be getting any better but not worse. I have to wear a abdomine belt just about 24/7. It really is affecting my days. Thank god I have not been busy at work but am getting ready to be very busy soon. For those of you who have had this issue how long was it till the pain went away? January 1st my employer is changing insurance and my doc doesn't accept the insurance. They are the only office in New Mexico. I have not a had a fill due to the success that I have had with the weight loss. I am just scared that something will go wrong and then what am I suppose to do especially if the issue mentioned above doesn't go away. Like I said I am just venting. I keep thinking are things going to be like this forever. Sometimes I think I should have been happy with how I was before and just dealt with it. I sure hope things get better soon it's starting to take a toll on me. -
I had a great post op visit today with the dietician. It was nice to receive a lot of positive reinforcement about all that I am doing!! Everyone at the bariatric center is impressed with my weight loss and the fact that my head is in the game. I am excited to continue my journey to a healthy weight! I am just about halfway there. The end result is actually a real possibility in my mind....not a pipe dream. For the first time in almost 18 years, the thought of the number on the scale starting with a "1" seems within my reach! I don't know where I will end up for a goal weight. I think the weight on the charts for me is too low....I will look emaciated. I want to get to someplace that I feel good, look good and can maintain with reasonable effort. I had another fill today---I am up to 5cc in my 10cc band, They really support small, frequent fills at this point. I have an appointment already set up for next month.....I can always cancel it if I am still in my green zone. Sorry for "bragging".......it just feels good to be succeeding! Jackie
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Dermatologist says "obesity induced eczema"
Wishfull.shrinking posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am posting this here because my dermatologist says my eczema is "obesity induced" as I only developed it after my daughter was born and I was at my highest weight ever. I can't find much helping her theory except a short article on Medscape. http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/750765_11 But maybe she is correct and others have herd this and am suffering the same thing. Nothing seams to really help me. I have tried over the counter as well as prescription creams, lotions and steroids. EVERYTHING. So finally she suggested I try A&D ointment. I had been avoiding it because I am allergic to shellfish and seafood. It had an inactive ingredient of cod liver oil. She says that it is in such a small dose and the oil undergoes filtration, purification and deodorisation steps to take out impurities, heavy metals and almost all the protein which is what causes the reaction. Anyone allergic to the sea that uses this stuff? I would really like to hear from someone who is actually using it and not a theory because nothing else is working. And does anyone think this will magically go away when I start loosing weight after my surgery? I don't feel it will. -
Surgery & Psoriasis
shedo82773 replied to WildcatGirl71's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I have Psoriasis since I was around 13YO. It is awful the way people treat us!! I can say this and I'm not sure if it is all due to my WLS but it has helped so much. I usually have a huge breakout after Summer is over. I do think that is from being outside when I go for my walk, the sun works. Then there is the side that I can't handle much heat due to having a 3rd-degree sunburn when I was around 8YO. I am over 4 years out and I had a big breakout. I went to the Dermatologist hoping to get some of the new medication. She wouldn't give me the one that is a shot due to NOW GET THIS!! She told me that it might cause weight loss and that I didn't need to lose any more weight. WOW!! I am so used to being told that I am too fat. LOL Then she wouldn't give any meds before I went thru this bunch of bloodwork. LOL Thank goodness it got better. She did give me a cream for it. I really believe that mine gets worse with how high my stress is. Kind of hard to not stress when you have OCD going on. LOL Every month when I pay bills I get a few more patches. LOl I hope you get the relief you need. How bad is yours? I am classified as Moderate. But back quite a few years I had it everywhere. The DR wanted me to drive 17 miles 5 days a week for ultraviolet treatments. NOT!!! It is a horrible thing. I'm sure you have been there done that before. As I said above fingers crossed heck legs too that you get relief also. Take care and keep us posted on your journey. -
Surgery & Psoriasis
WildcatGirl71 replied to WildcatGirl71's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Wow that is awful about the strictures. Glad they were easy fixes and you haven’t had any other issues. You’re weight loss is amazing. I live in Orting, Washington. It’s only about a 3hr drive to Portland from my house. My husband and I were just in Cannon Beach Oregon this weekend for our anniversary. It’s so beautiful there. So cool that our stats are pretty close. I’m starting off about 7-8lbs heavier but your current weight is my “fantasy” goal weight. I’m praying the sleeve will help me get there. This week I start getting very serious about my nutrition. I’ve slacked off because I knew we were having our anniversary weekend but I have to buckle down and get through the holidays. I’m hoping to have surgery by the end of March. I have all the insurance restrictions to deal with in the meantime. I’ve thought about how terrible sweet n low must be for us if it can be used for that. Lol I’ve tried the T-Gel before and it doesn’t really do much for me anymore. I use Argan Oil shampoo and conditioner (no parabens or sulfates that can aggravate psoriasis). I also use Dermarest from Walgreens. It kinda helps too. It’s a frustrating condition. Omg it would be great to live close to someone understands what this is all about! But we do have the good ole internet and we really aren’t terribly far away. Lots of liquid sunshine now with scattered flurries up this way. I’m Julie, by the way. It’s great chatting with you and is really nice to know I’m not completely alone in this. -
18 lbs in the first 2 weeks and a gain in week 3!?
empressjg replied to SheWi's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I completely understand. I am 8 weeks out and only 27lbs down post op. I got on the scale the other day and had gained two pounds...seriously! I'm so frustrated. I'm working out and eating right..what the heck! -
NOVEMBER KNOCKOUTS - 2 months later :)
stacey4870 replied to PrincipalsOffice's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi all...Im so glad the holidays are over with...i was actually surprised that I only gained 1 lb over the holidays considering I have no restriction...I had 4 cc put in my realise band 2 weeks ago and am having another fill Friday. I cant wait to see the #s go down...Hope everyone is doing well..no problems with my band so far, You wouldnt know I even have one ...lol:thumbup: H 300/ S 291/ C 267/ G 150 -
Minnesota Blue Cross Blue Sheild Approval Journey Questions
betty_s replied to indianpiranha's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have Anthem BCBS VA insurance. I had to undergo 12 months of health "coaching" to qualify for insurance to cover it. even though my weight steadily increased about 20 lbs a year with my PCP. So, my first doctors visit was Jan 2013 and I finally had surgery May 2014. i hated it while is was going on. but in the end, i'm actually glad i had to wait. it made me appreciate the surgery a lot more, and i had time to change some of my habits. -
feeling hungry today... not possible!
Itstime replied to hope4204's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hope, I know what you mean, how can I be hungry? I was hungry at the airport home, the smells drove me crazy and I just couldn't understand it. Of course I am still on thins and start about the same time as you on cream soups etc and will not skip ahead since I am dropping weight, but things should change when we get some real food...WE CAN HOPE!!! -
Hope I'm doing the right thing
Longhorn replied to splrttn's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I suspect that your family and friends don't understand the operation. I found an ABC news story about Khaliah Ali's book about her weight loss due to lap-band surgery. The article includes an excerpt from her book in which she does an excellent job of explaining the surgery and benefits. I suggest you send out this link and/or print off some copies of the article to hand to your friends and loved ones to help them understand what you're doing. It might help you to read it, too. It helped me. ABC News: Excerpt: Khaliah Ali's 'Fighting Weight' Some people are uninformed, some are envious, and some are just mean or negative. And frankly, there are some people that would rather we remain fat for a variety of reasons. They may not even realize why they feel the way they do. It doesn't mean they don't love you or care about you but they're not necessarily showing it in the way that's best for you. If they take the time to read this and other articles and still have concerns, you can politely ask then to respect the fact that you have researched this, you know the risks, you are under the care of a doctor, and you would appreciate it if they would respect your decision, even if they can't support it. This is one reason why I'm not telling many people -- not because I can't handle it if they don't support me but because I'm not in the mood to educate others right now. Maybe later. Good luck! You're doing the right thing to come here for support. -
I haven't visited the forums in a long time! But things have been great so I wanted toupdate all of you that helped me so much in the early part of my journey. And just a few questions for old-times sake! 1) I am 4 months post op TODAY! and I have lost 67lbs since surgery, and 72lbs since my highest weight. It's amazing!!!! I didn't think I would lose THIS much! now I'm dreaming of weighing 140lbs....I'm only 45lbs away from goal! it's insane! 2) I FINALLY started an exercise program. I bought one of those mini trampolines, and I've been doing "rebounding" it's great, and really fun, easy on your joints. I think everyone should do it!!!! 3) I am a size 14! 5) I don't count my carbs :-x I know everyone was so worried about the carbs. But I haven't been counting them and I do just fine. I make sensible food choices (yogurt, whole wheat Pasta, cheese, veggies, fruit, seafood etc) and it seems to work just fine for me. Lastly....I haven't lost my hair. AT ALL! Is it going to happen still? I keep waiting, and no sign of hair loss!
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Found out that my surgen is a Christian and will pray with me before surgery! What a weight lifted off my shoulders! I surrender my fears to the Lord!
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I was sleeved 10/11/12. It's been rough, Iknew that when I signed up for it. For me, my deteriorating health (Pre diabetes, sleep anea: both reversed already!!, back/feet problems, etc....) made me realize I had but one choice after regaining lost weight at least a dozen times in my lifetime only to find myself getting bigger and bigger again and it was really affecting my life! I've lost a total of 52 pounds since August when I started Pre-op diet. Since surgery, I've lost 29.5 pounds! I am thrilled! I am taking it slow adding new foods and am veering toward soft foods still. I'm working on slowing down too. I eat way too fast further limiting my intake. It's ok! Ive got my goals and I'm meeting them! Food is taking less of a top priority in my life. Protein-yes, food-not so much! Where are you on the journey?
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It could be something more serious if you're gaining weight without a diet change. Perhaps a serious medical, hormonal or prescription issue? You said you moved too, maybe stress/depression; it plays a HUGE roll on weight gain/loss. Definitely be persistent in getting in touch with your doctors. I'm sorry they've been so difficult to deal with. Try to do an elimination diet, maybe the shakes aren't taking well to your body now after some time. I know when something works for me (even in a positive way) I find my body builds a tolerance for it and it never works the same way! I'm unsure if you can have two procedures entirely different from one another, but I'm sure it is possible. I can't imagine it being terribly healthy or wise though, I'm sure your surgeon would have a better understanding of your body.
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Nutritionist...
Jessica.O replied to Quest4TheNewMe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It sounds like you are getting pretty anxious! I had to see my nutritionist for six monthly visits leading up to surgery and we didn't discuss grams of Protein, calories, fats, etc! The things we worked on together before surgery were how to start changing my habits on preparation for using my new pouch for example, I had to slow down my eating and take 20-25 minutes to eat each meal. I also had to make sure i was eating three meals a day with no snacking. We talked about what to buy before surgery, what Vitamins I'd need and why, what I could eat during the initial stages post op, etc. The calories and carbs and Proteins will come later. Just slow down. We ALL think we know a few things about eating right because we've done every diet under the sun, read every article, measured our food. We've lost tons of weight! But we gained it back. None of us would be seeing bariatric surgeons if we didn't need the extra help. You need to put your trust in the professionals. It's such a foreign concept to actually practice what they are teaching, believe me I know, but I'm so glad I had those visits. It really gave me good preparation and I think using my pouch is coming to me more naturally than if I hadn't had those sessions. BTW my surgery was just on July 1 and I'm down from 270 to 247!! I strongly recommend finding a surgeon and facility that are a bariatric center of excellence. This means they are held to higher standards. They have to provide comprehensive care and support for long term success. They typically have their own nutritionist with bariatric experience and host support group meetings. I attend one meeting before surgery which was really helpful to me (and my husband). I hope I've helped! -
Any idea why? I found that when I went from liquid to solids my weight loss slowed drastically.
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St. Louis - Need a Mentor or Support Group
atgoalgal replied to Wanjiku's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sorry, I'm not local. I hope you can find a local support group or mentor. Keep in mind that if you do find a general WLS support group, band patients have very different experiences that bypass patients. You can't compare your weight loss to theirs. We achieve about the same results at year 3 and beyond, but they lose much faster at first and have very different issues (sorry if u know this already). You can use those of us on these boards who've been banded years ago for on-line support. Studies show that people who actively track their progress and use on-line support achieve better results than not actively involved in some form of support program.
