A place for bandsters in their 60's

phyllser · 11-09-2007, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by CAROL99

Thank You Thank You Thank You Phyl!!!

I have been thinking of this flaw in my make-up since deciding to be banded.
I will attend the 3 hour manditory meeting monday and feel better about proceeding.
By the way, how long was your initial introduction to lap band?
I tried to explain to the nurse that there is no way I can sit for 3 hours with my back disability but I don't think she believed me or just sluffed off what I was saying, she just kept saying, 'it's mandatory'.....so I said I would have to stand, sit, walk and would be miserable but I will do it.
I am bringing 3 friends with me....two nurses....because I know I will not be able to concentrate and won't remember what is said.
I don't know why they couldn't give me info in written form that I could simply read from my home.
Oh....I'm ranting....
Thank you again...I hope the dietician is as competant as yours.
Carol

Glad to be of help, Carol. Take a seat cushion with you to the meeting. That might help a little. I can't sit long in hard folding chairs, either. My legs and knees start hurting and I get "twitchy", but, like you said... get up now and then. Do what you need to to make it through it. You won't be sorry because you'll get lots of good info. Often they have people at those meetings who have had the surgery that will share a little about their experience. And you will have an opportunity to ask questions.

I can understand why they want you to be there in person. It'll be okay. You can do it. I think it's also a test of your committment. Those three hours won't be the only discomfort you'll have to go through, but it will be worth it.
I saw two different dieticians and they were both excellent. They had good suggestions for supplements to take after surgery, showed me what 1/2 cup serving looks like, had examples... empty containers... of acceptable foods...different kinds of yogurt, soups, etc to show me. It was very beneficial.

CAROL99 · 11-09-2007, 10:46 AM

Oh Phyl, you've revved me up again!!!
I do wish it was over but as you said doing all this will show my commitment.
I will try to remember the cushion....
Carol

mduvall123 · 11-09-2007, 10:24 PM

Help!!! I was banded four weeks ago and it will be 2-1/2 weeks until I get my first fill. I am very hungry and am unsure what/how much I can eat until my first fill. What did any of you do during this interim period? I have lost 18# and I don't want to gain any of it back before my fill. Would appreciate any words of wisdom and any menus/foods/amounts you could send me. Thank you so much.

IndioGirl55 · 11-09-2007, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by mduvall123

Help!!! I was banded four weeks ago and it will be 2-1/2 weeks until I get my first fill. I am very hungry and am unsure what/how much I can eat until my first fill. What did any of you do during this interim period? I have lost 18# and I don't want to gain any of it back before my fill. Would appreciate any words of wisdom and any menus/foods/amounts you could send me. Thank you so much.

Mduvall - !st what stage of food are you on - with my doc it was 10 days each of full liquids - mushie - soft - regular. So for me at your stage I was eating soft/reg food - I could eat any where from 1 to 2 cups of food per meal - I would eat oatmeal (weight control) for breakfast - Veggies & protein for lunch - same for dinner - with sf pudding and fudgecicles for snacks ... I am just always surpirsed when people don't know what to eat - my doc gave me a binder will a list of all foods to be eaten during each stage etc...
Good Luck...

AthinnerDenise · 11-10-2007, 12:50 AM

Hey that's great Marilyn. That means you made it through the liquid stage! Just give me a call anytime.

There are a lot of foods you can have during the mushy stage. You don't have to worry about stretching your pouch at this time because you have no fill and the food will go right down to your stomach.

Either call me or send me a private message. Next week, Tues. Dr. Tersigini will be speaking at support group. There won't be a meeting the week of Thanksgiving.

mduvall123 · 11-10-2007, 01:08 AM

Hi, Indio Girl and Denise....Yes, sorry, I do have a list of foods, but I wasn't sure how much I could eat. Your telling me that you eat 1-2 cups per meal is helpful. I am so afraid of gaining back the weight I've lost before my first fill (in 2-1/2 weeks). By the way, my doc had me on four weeks of liquid protein, which I've just finished up....so glad to be past that!! Thanks for the information...didn't mean to sound like I didn't know what to eat...I just didn't know how much and how that worked for you. Marilyn

IndioGirl55 · 11-10-2007, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mduvall123

Hi, Indio Girl and Denise....Yes, sorry, I do have a list of foods, but I wasn't sure how much I could eat. Your telling me that you eat 1-2 cups per meal is helpful. I am so afraid of gaining back the weight I've lost before my first fill (in 2-1/2 weeks). By the way, my doc had me on four weeks of liquid protein, which I've just finished up....so glad to be past that!! Thanks for the information...didn't mean to sound like I didn't know what to eat...I just didn't know how much and how that worked for you. Marilyn

Marilyn
I understand your fear of gaining it back and OMG 4 weeks liquid
I am proud of you - I don't know if I could have done that 10 days of each was hard enought - but you should be quite content with anywhere from 1 - 2 c max and it will really depend on what it is you are eating..

It seems like a lot of doc' don't give their patients alot of nutrional (sp) counselling - with mine I had homework - plan a meal and count protein grams - but this is a good thing not bad - it helps to be succefull...

My best to you - Janet

FoxyGramma · 11-20-2007, 01:29 AM

Where are all the bandsters in their 60's? I haven't seen any new posts on this thread lately.

I am struggling to lose more weight. I think it will be easier after the holidays.

phyllser · 11-20-2007, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by FoxyGramma

Where are all the bandsters in their 60's? I haven't seen any new posts on this thread lately.

I am struggling to lose more weight. I think it will be easier after the holidays.

Yeah, it's been really quiet here lately! Guess everyone is busy with the holidays... Thanksgiving week. I'm holding steady, but not really losing right now. Was able to do some water exercise this week and maybe that will help.

Happy Thanksgiving, All!

CAROL99 · 11-20-2007, 03:54 PM

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL !!!

I've been out on the 50s site for a few days. Learned some good info. just have to knuckle down and start the work to better food choices.

I'm looking forward to Thanksgiving....I hope you all are too.
Carol

wishin4 · 11-20-2007, 04:32 PM

Hi everyone,
I just discovered this thread for 60ites and it's good to know there's a place to go to for my age group. I haven't been banded yet but I have my first appt with the Dr next week. This Forum has been so helpful in answering questions and even helping with things I never thought of. You are all such and inspiration and I will be checking back here frequently.
Kathy

Ilene62 · 11-20-2007, 05:09 PM

Hi FoxyGramma: Just wanted to let you know that we're all still out there. I've been busy and a little fed up (no pun intended) because my nurse practitioner who does the fills cancelled my monthly appointment (again) and it'll be another two weeks before I see her again, and I need another fill! After five months, I'm still not adjusted, still struggling with too little restriction. Whew! Glad I got that off my chest. Have a wonderful and good-food-choices Thanksgiving everyone.

phyllser · 11-20-2007, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by wishin4

Hi everyone,
I just discovered this thread for 60ites and it's good to know there's a place to go to for my age group. I haven't been banded yet but I have my first appt with the Dr next week. This Forum has been so helpful in answering questions and even helping with things I never thought of. You are all such and inspiration and I will be checking back here frequently.
Kathy

Good luck to you, Kathy! We will be watching for your updates. This is a great place for support and encouragement.

judyfay62 · 11-20-2007, 05:55 PM

Hey, I'm here, too; just been slackin; off.
I'm not doing well with this band. I guess I need to be on here more often, for support.
Anyway, Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
Think thin.:>) Judy

IndioGirl55 · 11-20-2007, 06:40 PM

Drinks - Lite beer (12 oz) or 4 oz wine = 100 calories
4 oz champane 86 calories

Holiday Coffee Gingerbread Latte made with skim milk and no whip cream -200 c

Candie yams with brown sugar marshemallw or pecans 500 C vs Mash potatoes 240 - 300 depending on how made- (make with skim milk and just a tad of butter - increases the protien and cut the calories)

Gravey vs Cranberry Sause - choose gravey 80 c per 1/2 cup compared to 180 for the same serving of cranberry sause

Ham vs turkey vs prime rib
Turkey -skinless white 193 c per 5 oz dark 260 c
ham 5 oz 340 c
Prime rib 400

Pumkin vs apple vs pecan
Pumkin 270 c per slice (make with splenda and cut the calories)
Apple 370 c per slice
Pecan 700 per slice

:hungry:Dinner :hungry: - skip the drink i would rather eat :)
120 1/2 cup potatoes - 155 4 oz Turkey - 40 1/4 cup Gravy - 25 veggies - Stuffing 1/4 cup 60 c = 400 calories
1/2 slice of Pumpkin pie Pie 135

Ok gang just gave you Thanksgiving dinner for 535 calories
and those with restriction most likely couldn't eat all of that food
and if you made the food - like tatos and pie you could reduce the calories futher ...

See it can be done without breaking the bank !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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