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Hi there, I have been experiencing a burning pain in my mid-section several hours after eating (3 different times now over 1 month). I was banded Sept. 3rd and had my first fill on Oct.8th. The first time I experienced this I had eaten sushi w/ wasabi. The wasabi didn't seem all that spicy so I ate it with each bite. 20 minutes later I thought I would die! Then, yesterday afternoon, I had some pineapple fried rice with sweet Thai chili sauce. After I got home, over an hour later, I felt a lot of burning discomfort! I had not had any problem eating and was fine driving home too. Tonight I had cheese and crackers for dinner- (sweet Thai chili flavored cheese) and a lean cuisine w/ a little pepper jack mixed in. That was at 7:30. It is now nearly midnight and I have been awoken by the familiar burning pain and nausea too . I am guessing that this means I must now avoid spicy foods. How sad for me! Can anyone offer any advice or share similar experiences with me? As a newbie, I'm a little scared.
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If you have a Walmart near you there are these little vials of Body Fortress Whey Protein "shots" in the dieting section. 26 grams of protein and 110 cals. Fruit punch flavored and I add them to water twice daily and it really takes the food craving away! Just be careful to not go over 2/day as too much protein turns to belly fat! But these work for the 21 day liquid diet post-op!
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You'll make it Tag! I have to share that my one thing that helped the most pre-op was sugar snap peas. I bought them by the bag and ate about 12 - 15 oz a day! They are green so they meet the diet requirement and don't require any dressing and are so helpful for snacking when you just need to be eating! In fact I ate so much that a bunch of people at my office started eating them too and we loved it. Also- if you have a Walmart near you there are these little vials of Body Fortress Whey Protein "shots" in the dieting section. 26 grams of protein and 110 cals. Fruit punch flavored and I add them to water twice daily and it really takes the food craving away! Just be careful to not go over 2/day as too much protein turns to belly fat! But these also work for the 21 day liquid diet post-op!
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My head hunger is the only real issue I have faced when things that others are eating have smelled/looked super good. I have been in a couple situations where I watched laongingly while others enjoyed their food...and I nursed my soup... not fun, but that's why I generally go home straight from work and try to keep up on my liquids (esp w/ protein) which is the major helper!
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I have not felt weak exactly...but I have tired earlier than I expected. For instance I used to walk a 1.5 miles each afternoon with a group of gals. We started a shorter walk..and I still had to rein everybody in and head back eariler than I expected..I was feeling peaked. But again..I [pay super attention to my body and try to anticipate things before they become problems.
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My one dirty lil secret was that last Friday I was cooking chicken for my family and it smelled SO GOOD... finally I took a tiny bite, chewed it like no tomorrow and then spit it out...twice. It was definitely worth it. But I do try to not do that. I just want to be successful and so I really control my envireonment and am pretty frank with folks about why I do what I do...
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Yep. 10 days. My main issue has been head hunger. I have been adding these whey protein "shots" to my clear liquids and they have 26 gs of protein and that helps ENORMOUSLY! Sometimes I ask my hubby or sister if I can just smell their food...but I make the effort to NOT put myself in situations where I am tempted... It's all about control.
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Well I was also super nervous before I got the band, but once I landed in San Diego, all my anxiety went away and I am SO PLEASED with myself. I am still swollen but can't wait to go to the doc's tomorrow for a weigh-in and check-up....I probably could rest more as I have have been feeling so good that I may have overdone it a bit yesterday. Otherwise, I am happy!!
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I got it last Fri, the 3rd...today is my first full day w/out the pain meds so I was NERVOUS when I woke up at 5 am...lay in bed for a while, but when I finally got up, it was no big deal at all! I am excited, yesterday I mainly had head hunger but I use the powdered Special K Protein stuff in water and haven't been really hungry. Also, I walked A TON after surgery so had little proble...
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I relied on tons of peas- sugar snap to be exact... Also the atkins shakes worked the best for me, but Trader Joes has an awesome shake with 35 grams of protein and low cal/low sugar and these were AWESOME...but they are $2.35 each...kind spendy...also lots of water or crystal lite helped a bunch...good luck!
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i relied on tons of peas- sugar snap to be exact... Also the atkins shakes worked the best for me, but Trader Joes has an awesome shake with 35 grams of protein and low cal/low sugar and these were AWESOME...but they are $2.35 each...kind spendy...also lots of water or crystal lite helped a bunch...good luck!
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Thanks Rip!
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Thanks crazymomma! I wouldn't have remembered to do that either.
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Are you getting filled in TJ? If so, I will be there to get banded! I hope it goes well with your fill!!
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That's where I'm staying! What's it like? How was the mall? I'm bringing my dad and he wants to check out the local color....
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I'd also like to know. I'm guessing a phone card might be the way to go.... Also, for those who went shopping while in TJ, is it a safe area? Should I bring cash or just my debit card?? Thanks all!
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I am getting banded on Sept. 3 too...look forward to meeting you!!!! Good luck!!! Oh good! I won't feel so alone! Are you staying at a local hotel in TJ? I arrive on the 2nd. I look forward to seeing you!
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ideas for clear liquids
TwinPower replied to canuk98828's topic in Gastric Band Support & Discussion
also, Indian restaurants have a yogurt drink called lassi (like the collie). It comes in sweet which is not very sweet at all; mango, and salty. -
I am also new. This is my first time logging on. I get banded on Sept. 3rd in TJ. I was really anxious after I made the decision. I had many panic attacks and really wondered if this was something that would change my life or that would lead to scary medical issues later in my life. I was afraid to tell my parents because they weren't very supportive when I first considered the idea a year ago. Then I saw a pic of myself at my cousin's wedding mid-July. That was it for me! I cannot go on in this manner. I avoid old friends out of embarrassment of the weight I have gained since high school. I read Dr. Ortiz's book and have 3 friends who went to the TJ site and have really excelled with the band. After visiting with them I have regained my excitement and HOPE. This is SO enormous for me! The incredible part was when I felt so anxious about not telling my parents. My twin sister finally called my Mom while I sat next to her crying...she was so elegant and awesome at explaining my decision to them and my need for them to share their fears/concerns/disapproval with my sister- but NOT me. She has been my rock!! They are still somewhat unsure, but are reading Ortiz's book and sharing their concerns with my sister and not me! Now, my DAD is coming with me to support me since my husband cannot get away from work! I would never believe THIS could happen. Just reading this forum has helped me to feel part of an enthusiastic community of supporters! I have added this page to my "regulars" of daily browsing! I am so very excited now. Thanks to all of you for posting! It has helped me enormously!!
