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Zipping up those skinny jeans will get easier and easier.

Have you tried taking Biotin as a supplement. It is supposed to help with processing foods to keep from losing hair. Also it is very important to get enough protein or hair loss will increase.

I am 45 and while the weight does come off slower than it used to that increases my reason for needing the band because now I am not gaining 5 to 7 back for every 10 I grind off. When I grind it off it is gone for good.

Thanks I did have steak tonight and felt more restriction so haven't had the munchies like I usually do in the evening. Great tip.

Great to hear from you. You were missed. Can't wait to see knew pics. I had fill #3 and have good restriction. Weight is taking it's own sweet time coming off but at least it is coming off.

Ute, I know you have mentioned this and this is definitely my problem. Is there anyone who has some tips that they have used for this situation? At this point I am using my band during the day and will power at night but it does get tough.

Kim, Where do you go in Denver? I have had my 2nd and 3rd fill at the Fill Center in Thornton and been satisfied with them but always wondering what else is available. Blessings!

Yeah Jacque, I wish I was going to be there to catch up with you, but you will be in my thoughts. I am so glad you are getting another fill. I'm sure this will make a big difference for you and bring you the encouragement you need.

Salad is definitely one of my caution items. I can't have it alot of the time and if I can manage some I have to chew and chew and chew. There is something about lettuce that really likes to get stuck and it definitely doesn't digest very quickly or easily.

Excellent! Your body is probably catching up in it's inches. How great is that a size 8 and you look fabulous!!!

Awesome, I submiited mine as well. Still waiting for results

Just a tip. When Best Buy gets them in as a rule they don't put them out until Sunday AM when their new ads for the week come out. So if you are serious about getting one be sure to be on Best Buy's doorstep before they open on Sunday mornings. My son works at Best Buy and I had him buy me WII fit (we already have console) first things yesterday morning and he bought one for my friend who had also been looking for one everywhere. We are both so excited about using it.

Jacque, I am so glad you are going for another fill. I know more restriction will really help you. Praying that this is the one that starts the lbs melting away and encourages you in your journey.

That is awesome and the reason many did the surgery. Any less meds we can take is wonderful for our health and guess what we get to lose weight and look better too. Love the Band

Yeah Jacque, Be sure and go back to Will's post in this stream and follow his directions to block those making negative comments. I did it so when their stuff comes up it just says you have chosen to block this person and you can read everyone else's great positive advice without having to see the garbage. It is wonderful!!! I emailed you but I'm sure glad you are back here to chat.

Fitday.com works very well for me and I track all of my calories and nutrition so I know I am getting what I need in every area or where to adjust.

I believe you 100% Mona and know that you would never initiate unkindness. You have been nothing but supportive and I really appreciate you. Blessings!

My son works at Best Buy and said they were going to have 27 of them on the floor first thing this morning so I had him run pick one up before church. Yeah, finally able to get it. Paid 96.00 with tax. We went straight off to church so haven't had a chance to use it yet but can't wait to get going.

My prayers are with you and I am asking the angels to put that item in a safe place where you can find it.

solid protein is chicken, fish, beef, tuna, etc.

Thanks Will, that worked great!!!

Thanks so much

My daily routine is pretty easy since I hit restriction. I can only eat 1/4 to 1/2 cup at a sitting and am seldom if ever hungry so I have a protein shake for breakfast when I am tightest. I have protein first the other two meals during the day( and usually can't get much past the protein before being stuffed) and I dont' stress about much of anything since my cals are always low. O yeah! I have found out that I like drinking more than eating so I don't usually want to eat anything between meals that will cause me to have to wait an hour to drink and I drink alot the rest of the time. For example today. I had a tea when I first woke up and was not hungry but made myself have a protein shake around 10AM. I had a wendy's chilli for lunch with 1 1/2 crackers and a part of a fudgecicle since it was hot here. I just now had a bowl of Basic 4 cereal with 2 % milk and now I am done for the day. If by some change I feel hungry later tonight I will have a yogurt or protein shake otherwise I'll just drink.

Will, I can see how to block PM messages but didn't see a place to block certain members so I don't have to read their garbage. Can you tell me where I find this again?

I have been walking since day one, biking since 3 weeks out as well as working out on the eliptical and hiking etc. I started abs yesterday which was my 3 month bandaversary!!! That is the timeline that I was given at OCC but check with your Dr. for his or her guidelines.