New 2 Lapband Talk

[weightoffme 0]

I am new to this forum. It's been almost a year since I was banded, surgery date June13, 2011. I have lost ONLY 21lbs..and I really discouraged. My surgeon is Wade Baker. I am using New whey Protein. I take 3 shakes a day.. I am needing help on what I am doing wrong. I do exercise 3 to 4xs a wk and drink lots of Water, as I should.

What am i doing wrong?

Thanks,

weightoffme

[KristinsMommy 145]

Hi! & welcome. I am new here also. I have not been banded yet I'm still in the early stages of the process. are the Protein Shakes the only thing your taking in? what foods are you eating ? are your eating habits good? If you have only lost 21 lbs I'm guessing there's something wrong going on in your diet. if you give more info I'd love to give some suggestions

[newbeginning79 5]

Hello. I also have not been banded. Surgery date is 06/05. My question is, have you had any fills? If so how many? I was told by my doctor that depending on how well I was loosing weight I would get my band filled every 4-5 weeks.

[weightoffme 0]

In regard to my NOT losing any weight. My band will hold 10cc and I am up to 7cc's in. Since my last fill, I do fill restriction. It's been almost 2wks since I had the fill. Not sure if this is my "sweetspot." I consider my eating habits to be good. Breakfast: 1cup of Cereal HoneyNut Cherrio mixed w/FiberOne..Snack: 1 medium apple or orange. Before lunch Protein shake Lunch:1 cup of soup: Mexican Tortilla or chicken Gumbo or Tuna..with 6 wheat crackers. Afternoon: Protein Shake. Dinner: Varies. But I am watching carbs and amts. I am eating..I have a childs plate, so that keeps my helpings small. I don't do juices..So, i am sure that's not it.. I am wondering though if the Protein I am using is my hinderance.

Thanks for replying,

weightoffme

[Jen75 33]

Have you tried other Protein shakes? How often do you vary your diet and routine?

[weightoffme 0]

I have tried several (Nectar, Unjury, and J.Robbs) I am currently using New Whey found at Walmart..I loved the Unjury, but I couldn't afford to buy it all of the time. But it looks like I have no choice..

[Cindysmom (Ilene) 130]

I think 3 shakes a day are too much. To many carbs also. Usually people at their sweetspot do not eat a Breakfast like yours. It is kind of high in carbs. Have you gone on Calorie King.com?

3 shakes a day and also eating food mgiht be really 6 meals a day. Most shakes are high in Carbs, sugar and calories. Unless u are doing Premier Protein from costo. or even Atkins.< /p>

They usually say that 1/2 your weight is the amount of Protein you need. What does the dr say about this?

[KristinsMommy 145]

I agree I think the three shakes a day maybe the issue.

[weightoffme 0]

I am getting conflicting suggestions.. some say I need 3 to 4.. I am going to talk to my dr. this week. Thanks much!

[Cindysmom (Ilene) 130]

I agree that you should ask the doc. Ask him about how much Protein, and Carbs you need per day.

Best of luck to you.

[weightoffme 0]

Thank you ladybug. I appreciate your advice. And ALL of the GREAT advice I have received today. You guys have lifted my spirits. Signing off for the day. My work day is done!! Until tomorrow peeps.. Luv ya all bunches!!!