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[dianeb 0]

I was banded on sept 20th and I am only down 22 lbs . I just starting working out . I eat very little and I try to eat the right foods . I was filled about 2 weeks ago and lost 2 lbs since then . I am really getting concerned I feel I should have lost more weight by now .I have been thinking of going back to a liquid diet cause it seems that is where I lost my weight . is this normal am I doing something wrong . please help me . I am trying and I failed at every other diet I have baffeled weight watchers and doc's I am so confused am I just a lost cause . thanks in advanced for any advice . Happy Thanksgiving to you all

[fee 0]

Diane

dont be so hard on urself

22lbs is great

where would u be today without the band?

everyone loses at the own rate and ur doing great!!

it has only being 2 mths since u were banded, which u r losing about 3lbs a week.

that is fantastic, i do hope i can do that

[Firecallie 2]

3lb a week is FANTASTIC! Wow! Don't be to hard on yourself you sound like you're doing phenominal. liquid diet is for liver shrinkage and for giving your stomach time to heal, it is NOT a healthy way to lose weight! Celebrate the positives and give yourself time. Hide the scale for awhile and enjoy life!

[vinesqueen 2]

Hi Diane! How much do you expect to lose, and is that expectation reasonable?

You have lost 22 pounds in 2 months, which works out to be well over the 1-2 pounds a week expected for Bandsters.

Set realistic goals for yourself, that way you won't set youself up for failure. You are doing fantastic!

[dianeb 0]

thank for all your help . you guys are making me feel better . I knew you would . I am hiding the scale and going to be easier on myself . thanks again

[NJChick 3]

Your loss sounds right on target, good job !!!!

I would suggest eating no less than 1200 calories a day, if you go to low you have nothing to fall back on. I noticed once I upped my calories from 800 to 1200 I started losing better plus alot of my calories is veggies and meat.

Also, remember, when you start exercising you may gain muscle and lose fat at the same time so you will think the scale is not moving.

Like your siggy says..... for your health