Need Buddy/Mentor

[LynnR 42]

I received my band October 4, 2013 and have been struggling to lose. I have never lost more than 5 pounds in a month and last month I gained a pound. Usually I lose about 2 lbs a month. I have a job where I spend most my 12 hr shift sitting. I try to walk as much as I can. I feel I just need more support from something that has been through this and understands what I am going through. I have gotten a fill every month since my fill. I do feel restriction at this time. I am just asking for some help and advise from someone

[crystaleffexx 18]

Hi Lynn I was banded 12-12-13 and I am having the same issues as you.

[LynnR 42]

Hi Crystal! So what are you eating in a day? This morning I had a problem eating scrambled eggs. It kept getting stuck. I am trying to eat a little more

And trying to stay away from processes foods. I don't feel I eat much in a day, no way close to 1200 calories, but the weight doesn't come off. I am

Up for any suggestions. I am going to try to eat more fish and more cooked veggies. I will let you know if it works for me. Good luck to you

[crystaleffexx 18]

Hi Crystal! So what are you eating in a day? This morning I had a problem eating scrambled eggs. It kept getting stuck. I am trying to eat a little more <br> And trying to stay away from processes foods. I don't feel I eat much in a day, no way close to 1200 calories, but the weight doesn't come off. I am<br> Up for any suggestions. I am going to try to eat more fish and more cooked veggies. I will let you know if it works for me. Good luck to you

Hi Lynn.. I recently had to have Fluid removed and I can eat eggs just fine now before it was a struggle but I try to drink a Protein Shake every single morning but it's really hard I try to eat about 1000-1200 calories a day but it's the carbs and liquid calories you have to watch.

[icebergslim 38]

Hi ladies . I was banded in April 2013 and have lost 110 pounds so far. I'm 36 years old, female, starting weight of 326, 5'11 tall. I am far from an expert, but here are a few things that have worked for me:

- Warm liquids first thing EVERY morning (I drink plain hot tea. Anything with milk is too thick right away in the morning)

- Protein shake mid morning. I can't have a shake any earlier than about 10am or it won't go down well. My band is snug every morning, but loosens throughout the day.

- lunch around 1-2pm. I try to have a Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, cheese stick, deli meat. ... something along those lines. I only have about 3/4 c. TOTAL of anything for lunch. The only carby thing I may have is crackers with my cheese (maybe 5 crackers total) or a small fruit cup.

- dinner around 6pm. I eat anything I'm in the mood for, with the concentration on Protein of some sort. I only eat 1 c. MAX at dinner. If I'm taking small bites and eating slowly I will feel completely satisfied from 1 c. or less.

- I try really hard not to snack. Sometimes I fail, but I have definitely learned not to eat anything after about 8pm. I will be uncomfortable and have indigestion if I eat shortly before I lay down.

None of this has been easy. I have fallen off the wagon several times, but I think I'm in a great place right now. I do think I've reached the green zone. I've been filled maybe 8 times or so in the last 14 months (I'm guessing but I think that's about right). I was too tight once so they took out a smidgen and I was much better. I've since had that fill put back in and a little bit more and I'm doing great.

I know how frustrating it can be to not have your band telling you when you've had enough. Just try your best to follow your Dr's food guidelines in the mean time. I use My Fitness Pal on my phone EVERY DAY to record my food intake. I don't want to underestimate the calories I eat and I want to track my protein to be sure I'm getting enough. Also, I want to have a legit record of my eating in case my Dr wants to look it over.

Good luck and don't give up! I hope you both see the weight come off steadily!

[LynnR 42]

I really appreciate all your suggestions. Weight is still coming off slow. I am trying to eat more meat to get my

Protein in. The easiest meat to eat is deli turkey or deli chicken. Veggies have to be cooked. Thanks again for

your responses. I go back for another fill next week so will be able to tell if what I am doing works.

[icebergslim 38]

Sounds like you are doing everything right. meat and veggies are tough. Sometimes they work, other times not. Please keep me posted after your fill! Stay strong!