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Pre opt diet weight loss
1Corinthians6:19 replied to amponder's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, you are right am ponder. I've lost and gained weight lots of times over the years. And 60 lbs is a good start to reaching your goals! -
60 lbs on the pre op diet??? If I could do that well at dieting, I would not need surgery...just had to say. Surgery was my last resort because I was unable to loose weight any other way. And my 6 month program proved just that to my insurance...that I indeed needed surgery, nothing else will work. Just had to say...I read these posts all the time and it makes my head spin...I just don't understand the reason for wanting - needing to be successful on that 6 month program.... I know Dr.'s are asking people to be successful, what else would they say other than give it your best effort...which mine did...and I FAILED....and the staff just smiled knowing something????
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What a difference a year makes...
melissaingr replied to melissaingr's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I've lost 100 pounds since the middle of May. Congradulations on the 60 pounds! Its so exciting to start dropping the weight! Good that you are feeling better this time too. Just stick with your Protein, don't snack, and walk as much as you can. We'll get there! -
Hiya, I'm not banded yet but you seem to be having the same experience as someone I know. He lost some weight in the beginning then stopped but eventually when he had the right amount of fills, he began losing again and wound up losing 130 lbs. I believe he is at goal now. I believe you are one of the fortunate ones as you are not having the other problems that we read about on this thread. Let your doctor know, if he doesn't already, and you'll get to your sweet spot soon! Regards, Alfie
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Pain under my ribs, rite above my port, what could it be?
medonahue4688 posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Looking for some help. Got a fill approximately 2 weeks ago on 1-17. Last friday i began to get some back pain that radiated to my left ribs, above my port. I do not have my gallbladder. I know there is a possibility of it being cramps or gas because it does come and go but i am also worried something could be wrong with my band. I have been able to eat normal size lap band servings. Could my port be moving due to weight loss? Any other ideas? Thanks ahead of time! -
I had a plan simile to Kindle. I decided to indulge. I prepared and dropped a few extra pounds first, gained that and another two and my always normal weight friend said "welcome to a normal holiday season." Now I am back on plan (and subbing a few meals with Protein shakes) and confident I will be back to "fighting weight" in a couple of weeks! It's part of life!
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Sad and frustrated!!
missbumbleebee replied to missbumbleebee's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I started at 256 and I am down to 218. I am happy for the weight I have loss but am dissappointed since I haven't lost anything in months. I have spoken to my dr. about this and he keeps filling me. I am just nervous cause the fills don't seem to decrease my ability to eat at all. At almost 9cc I can have a bagel and a bag of chips with no feeling of fullness. It's just hard when those around me who had the band are losing and looking amazing while I am failing -
Congrats on you weight loss. I'm looking forward to a new wardrobe myself.
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Experiences from anyone who has gone back on phentermine post gastric sleeve
newlifeat41 replied to newlifeat41's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank you for your response. I know that as far as exercise I’m getting enough of that in. I go to the gym at least 4-5 times a week. My workouts vary from cardio for about 45 minutes to strength training in a structured class to a high intensity spin class. From what you’ve posted I think my problem is my water intake. I’m having a bit of a problem getting enough water. My surgeon told me that I had to wait 90 minutes after eating to drink and 30 minutes after drinking to eat. So I know that my water intake is not even close to what I need. As you mentioned, I need to cut my food intake in half which would help me get in more water since I wouldn’t be waiting the 90 minutes to drink. My calories are usually around the 800 -1000 and may go a bit higher when I eat out. Carbs I need to work on. You are absolutely right in that. I try to keep them low but I’m afraid after I hit my six month post op I did slack on tracking my food so I believe they may be the culprit along with not enough water. Can I ask you to please give me an example of your daily meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner? Can you also tell me your starting weight and current weight and surgery date because you mentioned that you too were low BMI I’m interested in just how badly I’ve done with my surgery in comparison to others of similar BMI. Thanks again. -
Are they also covering it because your base doesn't have bariatric? I'm trying to go through Womack in Fort Bragg. I live about 3 hrs away. My dr office has sent in 2 requests for referrals and I've been approved both times to see a local Dr to see if weight loss surgery is necessary. But I don't want to go this route because I know Tricare doesn't cover the sleeve and I was told this by a tricare rep. Womack said my Dr isn't wording the requests correctly so that I can be treated at Womack. They said my Dr needs to send in a request to Tricare to be evaluated and treated on base. I see my family Dr On Friday and I hope I can get this straight. I would be a lot farther in the process if I decided to go gastric bypass, but I really want the sleeve.
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Mari, congratulations on all your progress!!!! I'm also trying to get to 125lbs. I always share on this board that I've been one of those people that have stalled and dropped, stalled and dropped.... even thought I keep consistent with food/exercise/fluid. I think some of us are like that. For me the main thing is that I am losing the weight!!! It's soooo HARD when I am stalled though! But I just tell myself it will pass and I focus on what I need to do. Don't let it discourage you. It looks like you are doing GREAT! Keep up the good work kiddo! Oh, BTW, like you, there are some foods that I just have an aversion to. So I just don't eat them. I eat the ones that feel right. So it could be that the eggs and bacon are just not for you right now. It may change as time goes by.
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Missy constantly gave her best friend Janet a hard time about her vertical sleeve operation. Although Janet was losing weight and feeling good, Missy relished pointing out that Janet took the "easy way out' and should have had enough will power to lose weight "the normal way". Janet loved her life-long friend Missy but was thinking about dumping her as a friend because of the abuse. A strange light awoke Missy one night and a feeling of travelling very fast came over her. It only lasted about 10 seconds. Missy shrugged it off and went back to sleep. When she went to her refrigerator the next morning it was nearly empty. When she walked outside she found an odd futuristic setting, nothing was the same. She tried to find out what was happening from her strange neighbors but they refused to talk to her and appeared angry. She found her way to the indoctrination center that had replaced the library and accessed the computer. She discovered she was in the year 2514, there had been a huge food shortage, the world government "encouraged" everyone to get a Vertical Sleeve Gastronomy to cut down on food use. Those who refused were treated as selfish pigs and called glutton bellies and enemies of the people. They were accused of taking "the easy way out" and were shunned because they refused to do things "the normal way". Missy went to the bathroom and checked her belly, no scars like Janet had, she was in trouble. She woke up in a cold sweat. Food was in the fridge, back to 2013, it was all a dream. She called Janet and arranged a lunch date and then called a florist to surprise her at work. Janet got her friend back, Missy woke up.
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I was banded by Dr. Aceves on Feb 13/08 but still haven't had a fill. I'm still trying to find a fill doc close to me. I'm waiting to hear back from a doc in Montreal. It has been very frustrating! I haven't gained but I have only lost the 15lbs that I orginally lost the first month after surgery. If this doc in Montreal won't take me then I will have to go back to Mexicali. How long did you go between fills and how many cc's did you get? I have the J&J band. I really wish I had researched the whole fill thing a bit more. I live in Ont and if you were banded in Mex, they won't touch you.
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Ive had 3 fills so far and still not losing weight. I have the J & J band too and have only lost 25 lbs. None since I got back from Mexico! If you'd like to chat PM me or write to my email at LisaLynelle@aol.com... .Id love to share experiences with you since I have no support either....
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4 months post-op - Pics included
McButterpants posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Four months ago today I had my surgery. I'm down a total of 60 pounds from my high weight - the day I stood on the scale at the doctor's office and cried when I saw the number. This has been an amazing journey. I have met many great people on this forum and have received much support and encouragement. For that I am thankful. Have a great weekend!- 14 replies
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I am new to this forum, but have appreciated ALL that I have read. Decided I would introduce myself. I am 39 yrs old with 3 small children and a business to run. At my highest a few days ago, I was 292 lbs at 5 ft. 11 inches. NOT a great place to be on the scale! I have battled my weight since I was 12 years old...and lost until now. I AM READY TO WIN!!! I have done every diet there is...and lost on it. At last count, I have lost 60 to 90 pounds in 6 months at least 7 times over the past 12 years. Yep, I am great at "dieting." Sticking to it....that is the problem. I have been contemplating a Sleeve for 2 years and finally am ready to do it! SOOOOOO excited and looking forward to having the sleeve as a great tool to help me KEEP OFF the pounds. I know I could lose it other ways...but I look at the Sleeve as my insurance policy to keeping the weight off and living a healthy life for my kids, husband and for God's plan for me too!! Although I do not have to start my pre-op diet until the 10th, I am starting today. I am looking forward to so many things...especially the energy it takes to keep up with my kiddos! And....OH! Bending over and still being able to breathe would be great too!!! LOL! I have loved all your stories and hope to be a beacon of light on this forum for others...as you all have been for me! PS. scale reads 286 this AM on May 2nd, 2011....and so the journey begins! Sleeve with Dr. Nick Nicholson scheduled for May 24, 2011 YAY!!! Joan
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Hi, I was banded about 5 months ago and although i do not have diabetes my mother has type 1 diabetes. My mum is over weight and is considering getting the band but she is on the search for information concerning type 1 diabetes. So my question is... can anyone give me any information about how type 1 is effected by the band or what their experiences have been.
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Working out and weight loss
arringtonc49 replied to AmandaWho's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You are doing good.i felt the same way. I go to gym 5-6 days a week and now I am losing about 1-2 lbs a week.I was losing 4-5 lbs the 1 St 2 months.I am 4 months post op and so far lost 67 lbs. I still keep going to gym. I look smaller than scale reads. I went from size 18-20 to size7-8 and some 5-6.keep doing what you are doing. The weight will come off😀! -
Did anyone notice a stall when you started going back to the gym? I went back a couple weeks ago, doing a lot of weights and core work, and I lost .3 lb this week which is pretty discouraging. Last week (after not weighing myself for 2 weeks, I lost 1.1). I try not to weigh often but the scale calls me. I was weighing every day and now I do it once a week or every other week to keep some sanity and it does make me feel much better. I never measured myself at the beginning which I regret, but my clothes are looser. I just feel like I'm not losing the way most other people are. I'm at 2 months now and lost a total of 28.3 lbs. starting weight was 215, current 186.7 and goal is 140. Advice? Encouragement? Thank you in advance. [emoji173]️
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That makes sense. So far I have the opinion that this may be only a temporary thing. Anyone that gets it removed seems to put weight on at alarming rates. I want the lap band. I hope I will never have to have it removed.
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Had surgery August 4th. Have some questions for everyone.
maggie409 replied to nataliearias's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Everytime I drive past a Buffalo Wild Wings I want their popcorn shrimp, French fries, and mango lemonade. But I just don't stop. We will all have cravings but just remind yourself that you wanted to lose weight snd be healthy so badly that you were willing to have surgery. I also find that most of my cravings come from old habits more than wanting food. If you are at work and you've always had these certain things then habit makes you want them. I bought a small cooler that I take with me that has healthy snacks, cold water and cold protein shake. When old habits rear their head, I have something I brought. I try not to let myself get caught in a bind. -
Heyas Nora - Jack the wise old sage has given you some excellent words. Now, if I might, I'll add this... During the first six weeks of post-op, your body is recovering from extreme shock. There is a lot of swelling and adjusting going on in that tummy of yours. It is important to allow this time for all of the swelling to go down for many reasons. The primary ones being that you heal properly and not put stress on your stitches. Almost everyone feels this way at this point in the journey but rest assured that you'll be just fine even if you gain a pound or two before your first fill - that is very normal. In fact, everyone is told that -any- weightloss at this point is merely a bonus. If you're hungry, go ahead and eat more, but just make healthy choices. Don't drink when you eat - you might be washing the food right through your band, leaving you empty and hungry again. Eat your Proteins first, don't fill up on carbs - they burn off too quickly and will cause you to be hungry quicker. And get a minimum of 60 grams of Protein per day - animal proteins like fish, chicken, tuna, milk, cottage cheese, cheese. I know all too well, that feeling of anxiousness. You waited to get the surgery date, you waited to heal and get back to feeling semi-normal again, and now you're ready to see the results! You didn't get where you are in one month.. allow yourself time to reverse all that your body's been through. Hang in there. Everything happens for a reason. Perhaps your tummy needs the time for healing before any stress is put on it. *hugs*
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Has anyone found a safe diuretic to take after surgery? I get awful bloat during my period and it is more noticeable since I've lost all my weight. It's actually uncomfortable. Perhaps, it was just as uncomfortable when I was much heavier but I didn't notice it. My fingers hurt and I can't wear my wedding ring. I'm nervous to try a water pill because I don't know how my body and stomach will react to it. Has anyone found a positive solution that works but is safe for people who have had WLS??
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Hi everybody. I have been reading this forum for days and days so I thought I would finally write something. I am in the stages of getting a surgery date. I have to have an upper endoscopy on 6-3-2012. After that then they will submit everything to my insurance. Then I'll just have to wait for their approval. I was diagnosed as a pre-diabetic in May so I have cut out all caffeine, all soda's, and all sweets. I am happy to report that I have already lost 15 pounds!! I wasn't told to cut out all the caffeine just yet, but I thought that I may as well start early!! I'm excited to get my band and get to my weight loss goal. Thank you everyone for your post. I have enjoyed reading them and I've learned quite a few things that I think will help me!!
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I am having my surgery at Methodist Medical Center. My surgeon is Jayar Salimath. The Methodist Surgery and Weight Loss center is in Peoria, Il here is a list that pops up under my surgeons profile; Other Bariatric Surgeons near Peoria, IL Gerald Cahill ? Evergreen Park Christopher D. Joyce ? Joliet Brian E. Lahmann ? Joliet Constantine T Frantzides M.D., P.H.D., ? Skokie Jeffrey Rosen ? Downers Grove Jonathan W. Wallace ? Hoffman Estates Alexander Nagle ? Chicago James M. Kane Jr. ? Hoffman Estates Stephen Haggerty ? Highland Park Amir Heydari ? Crystal Lake
