Fill to the Max

I am back from my doctor office. My lapband is still in place and there no sign of leaks. Due to my slow weight loss, my doctor decided to give me another fill. This time 1cc!! Right now I have 14.8 ccs in my size 14 cc band! After the fill, I was able to eat an half of steak salad for lunch and dinner. Hopefully, this will get my weight loss to start moving again. Time to hit the gym !! FYI my weight from the doctors office is 358.6 lbs !!

Went to see a Nutritionist

I went to see Natalie Flolo, from Pure Nutrition LLC (www.PureNutritionLLC.com) to discuss about my crazy eating habits lately. She said I need to eat more!!!...Crazy Right!?!?

Another Day, Another Fill - 15th Fill

OK I am concern, I just got another fill of .4 cc's for a total of 13.4 cc's. My weight was 340.0 lbs, so I didn't lose any weight since 1/25/2011. My doctor said if I need another fill by May 23rd she will have to order an upper GI to check my band for leaks. I sure don't need ANY problems with my band, I can't afford too.

I feel so alone with this . . . .

Another Day, Another Fill - 14th Fill

It has been a while since my last fill on 12/01/2010 (My weight was 345.6 lbs at that time). So I got another fill (0.4 cc), for a total of 13.0 cc's ! They weighed me at 339.2 lbs from the doctors office, that is a 6.6 lbs lost.

New Year , New Attitude !!

Happy New Year everyone !! I am finally down to 337 lbs !!! This past year has been a blessing for me and my family. I am looking forward to continue making some changes to my life spiritually, physically and mentally.

RESOLUTIONS 2011

Have a Positive Attitude
Save $$$
Lose 50 pounds
Commit to Working out More ( Bad habit)
Open Up a Online Shop

Feeling Down

Sorry for disappearance act. On 12/01/2010 I got another fill of .6 ccs for a total of 12.6 cc's in my 14 cc band. My weight has plateaued again (338-341 lbs), because I been lacking in my workouts. I been having trouble with my left knee, so today I decided to visit my orthopedic doctor . He told me that I have arthritis in my left knee!! Due to all that weight I been carrying for years, it caused some damage to my knee. I need to do some quad-strengthening excersies and continue to lose weight.

I am not surpised...

5 Day Pouch Test Challenge

10/07/2010 348.2 lbs - Day 2

10/08/2010 347.2 lbs - Day 3

10/09/2010 344.2 lbs - Day 4

10/10/2010 343.2 lbs - Day 5

10/11/2010 343.4 lbs - 4.4 lbs lost -The 5 Day Pouch Test Works !!!.

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Days One & Two: Liquid Protein - Low-carb protein shakes, broth, clear or cream soups, sugar-free gelatin and pudding.

Day 3: Soft Protein - Canned fish (tuna or salmon) eggs, fresh soft fish (tilapia, sole, orange roughy.

Day 4: Firm Protein - Ground meat (turkey, beef, chicken, lamb), shellfish, scallops, lobster, fresh salmon or halibut.

Day 5: Solid Protein -White meat poultry, beef steak, pork, lamb, wild game

One Year with my LAP-BAND® !!

Wow, how time flies!! With wonderful support from my friends and family, in 09/22/2009 (10:00 AM), I had LAP-BAND® surgery. I was 409.8 lbs that day and was very anxious and ecstatic at the same time. Today, I am 345.6 pounds, 64.2 lbs lighter and feeling great! I still have a long way to meet my Final goal at 189.5 pounds. I know with determination I will meet my goal.

The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enable us to count our blessings. - Eric Hoffer

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. -Psalm 100:4-5 (NIV)

10th Fill - UGH !

She gave me a .6 cc fill, totaling 11.4 cc !! According to their scale my weight is 360.2 lbs. I have lost 4.2 lbs . I am little frustrated of the slow progress, so my doctor said I need to lower my carb intake to 75 grams per day. I can't believe I am back to watching my carbs again..UGH!!

9th Fill

She gave me a 1.0 cc fill, totaling 10.8 cc. According to their scale my weight is 364.4 lbs. I have lost 4.4 lbs in 29 days!! My cholesterol is high, but she stated just increase my fiber intake…time to pull out the Cheerios. I am still taking 1000 Mg of Metformin. I have a long way to go.

Embarrassing Lapband Moment

I had the embarrassing Lapband moment, today.

I ate some Chinese food too fast and got stuck!! Oh the PB’ing Horror!!! So I ran to the bathroom and time I open the door there was my co-worker staring right at me!! I was able to hold my food in my month (looking like a frog) and headed straight to the stall.

After all that horror, said to her, “I had bad Chinese food, don’t try their steam clams”, LOL !

The big lesson for me, Slow down and chew, Chew, CHEW!!

Luck 7th Fill

Just had my 7th Fill today. It was only .6 cc, totaling 9.2 cc. The Great news is that I lost 2 inches from my waist!! According to their scale my weight is 376.6 bls.

Fill Update

Update: I am up to 8.6 cc. Feeling pretty good!! My doctor said that I am getting close to the "Green Zone", which a goal to eat no more than 1/2 to 3/4 cups of food per meal. When I started my lap band journey on 07/24/2009 I was 430 lbs, now I am down to 379.8!! That is a true blessing.

Whew Finally Under 380!!

This Morning I weighted 379.8 !! Whew finally under 380! Now to get to under 370.

My progress pictures

I use my bathroom door as my "ruler". On 09/22/2009, I had to turn on the side just to fit thru the door.

Another Fill

Had another fill on 2/17/2010. I am up to 8cc. wow! Down to 385.3

Feeling the Pressure

Wow, I really feel the pressure this week. I only can eat 1 1/2 to 2 cups of food. This feels weird. Now, if only I can get rid of this " head hunger" . As of today I been down 91 lbs. total , 24 lbs since the surgery. God is good.

2nd Fill !!

Got my 2nd Fill for the Month. I just found out that I have an AP large lap band -- the one that holds 14 mL of saline. As of right now I have 6 cc in the band ( 2 cc added) . I also lost another 2 lbs. From 395 lbs to 393 lbs!!

Below 400!!

I am finally below 400, with my current weight of 398 lbs!! Going to True Results today. Wishing myself luck!! I will keep you posted!!

Day 4 - Bandster

Today is my first day blogging, so I am feeling really good. My water intake is up to 64 oz. but I still can't handle a whole can of Low Carb Slim fast!! I am beginning to understand the power of the band. Now I need to learn how to eat in smaller portions.