elchewtoy 0 Posted June 7, 2008 Ideally Fiber increase should be done with fruits, vegetables, and nuts. However, since you need results a bit faster than in a few months, you can use an over the counter fiber supplement like “BeneFiber”. That should get things going for you. Remember, your Water intake, keep drinking. :tongue2: Best of luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aarial02 0 Posted June 7, 2008 I too will be banded in July, My surgery date is the 11th. I'm really nervous but super excited. I hope I have made a good decision. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dino 0 Posted June 7, 2008 # days My feet are getting cold or it is nerves Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjb 0 Posted June 8, 2008 I'm June 16th...getting a little nervous. I started my 10 day liquid pre-op. What's a good high Protein mix? Any ideas? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diz 1 Posted June 8, 2008 I'm June 16th...getting a little nervous. I started my 10 day liquid pre-op. What's a good high Protein mix? Any ideas? I love Zero Carb Isopure powder in vanilla. You can mix with Water, soymilk, lowfat or nonfat milk. I throw in frozen strawberries, mixed fruit or mangos. Sometimes I use crystal lite flavors with crushed ice and blend. It's really good. Isopure has no sugar and 2 scoops is 50 grams of protein. It's a little expensive at the stores, but you can find it cheaper online. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kiki220 0 Posted June 9, 2008 Good luck tomorrow, just joined today and will be banded on June 25 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peacedove 0 Posted June 9, 2008 Hi all... Well, I went through the surgery 4 days ago and am feeling so much better already. I actually posted up the night before the surgery from the hospital inn where we were staying and then again just 15 minutes that next morning before I left and went to check in for surgery. The doc found a "really big" hiatial hernia and had to fix that first, but the lapband went off good. I'm still in pain, with a little gas remaining, but the shoulders are finally just about normal again and the sore throat is getting better. I ran fevers and had a lot of pain, and ended up staying in the hospital an extra night. But I'm doing better now. I am glad, too, because I have to fly to Vegas from Atlanta on Thursday...less than a week after the surgery. I can't imagine being there and not eating everything I see. But I don't even want it anymore. I hope that loss of interest in food remains long term. I have to keep forcing myself to eat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pointfndr 0 Posted June 10, 2008 HI, This is my first post. I'm getting Banded on June 17th. I'm on the yucky liquid diet right now, but am going to tough it out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shome 0 Posted June 10, 2008 HI,This is my first post. I'm getting Banded on June 17th.:thumbup: I'm on the yucky liquid diet right now, but am going to tough it out. Hey there! I am too, congrats to us both! Where are you having yours done? I have been on the liquids since last Wednesday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dino 0 Posted June 11, 2008 Well my day was today! :smile2: So far so good pian in my shoulder only. I was told this would happen. So I am now a bander. :smile2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mackie 0 Posted June 11, 2008 Well my day was today! :smile2: So far so good pian in my shoulder only. I was told this would happen. So I am now a bander. :smile2: Cong. I wish you the very best. I'm excited and can't till july 2. Mackie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maguirre67 0 Posted June 11, 2008 im being bnaded june 30th got my clearance today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dblack 0 Posted June 11, 2008 I'm waiting on a surgery date-hopefully late June. Can't wait to start losing the weight but am a little anxious since it is life altering. I just keep looking at my photo on my fridge of me now, and that keeps me motivated!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Camel_Cracker 3 Posted June 13, 2008 Well, I'm settled in my hospital room in Mexico, next up for surgery. I am very impressed by the doctors and staff and the room is very comfortable. It has two beds, a tv, refrigerator, Vonage phone, computer and internet. And I'm down 20 pounds (plus about 3 because I'm wearing clothes) since I started my 2 week pre-op diet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hippiechick 0 Posted June 14, 2008 Yay, I'm home!!! Yesterday, I flew home from Detroit, having been banded by Dr. John Webber of Great Lakes Weight Loss. I am so happy with my experience there, and am feeling fine and 99.99999% pain free. I'm enjoying two more days of "vacation" until I return to work on Monday. I guess that the journey has just begun; but so farm it's been wonderful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites