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I agree with everything that has been said , especially Lisa. I follow the rules to the tee that were given to me by Dr Ortiz and Dr Miranda. I exercise 7 days a week and try to mix my exercie routine up. I walk, hike, bike and swim. Being banded has been the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I do agree that paying that much money on myself has been a huge incentive and kept me on the straight an narrow I am worth it

Congratulations on your new lifestyle

Thanks Jill. Yes I changed it last week Deb

Hi Chad. I m issed the webinars this week due to work. How soon before these will be posted so that we can watch then? Debbie

Great link Angie. Thanks Deb

Metformin is a drug used to treat diabetes. If you google it you will be able to read all about it Debbie

I have been extremely fortunate. I was banded Sept 29th,2009 and have not had one fill. I have felt restriction all along and lost 125 pounds so far. I do follow the rules to a tee though. Eat only healthy food, 3 meals a day and excersise 7 days a week. 17 more pounds and I reach the goal Dr Miranda set for me and I am booked for an extended tummy tuck and thigh lift in July. It has been a wonderful 7 months and this has been the best decision I have made in my whole life Debbie

I missed the webinar last night because I was working. Does anyone know when it will be posted to the forum so we can watch it? Debbie

Breakfast: Tomatoe Pie orange Lunch: Tuna 5 breton crackers orange Dinner: Ginger beef with rice peach 2 tbsp peanut butter

I was banded Sept 29th, 2009 but am booked to have an extended tummy tuck and thigh lift in July. Down 125 pounds and still loosing. I hope to be at my goal before my tummy tuck. Having this band has changed my life 100% for the better. Debbie

Breakfast: Tomatoe Pie orange Lunch: Tuna 5 breton orange Dinner: Sweet and s our chicken and rice strawberries 2 tbsp peanut butter

I am so excited for you and glad you are more comfortable. Can't wait to see the before and after pics. My surgery is booked for July 8th so I am counting down

I find that by exercising on a daily basis it helps me to stay motivated. My philosophy is if I exercise I don't want to screw it up by eating badly. I also always feel better after I exercise. I manage a very large medical unit and I always walk about 2 km on my coffee break or lunch. I find it helps me to destress and I am not tempted to go grab something bad for me in the cafeteria . I also walk as soon as I get home so I don't throw myself on the couch and not get up again. Once I sit down I am done and will not do any exercise so I have to keep going. Weekends I try and do a big hike , walk or bike. I never used to exercise at all and would always eat for comfort, emotions or being tired. Now that I make time to exercise i personally find it so much easier not to eat badly or for my emotions. Hope that helps. Debbie

Breakfast: Tomatoe Pie Apple sauce and raisons Lunch: 5 Breton Crackers slice of cheese orange Dinner: Tia chicken and rice peach 2 tbsp peanut butter

Breakfast: Tomatoe Pie orange Lunch: Tuna 5 breton crackers orange Dinner : Ginger Beef and rice peach 2 tbsp peanut butter

Congrats. You will be so happy you made this decision.

I live in BC. I was able to claim my flight, meals, and surgery. Got a real nice tax refund that is going to pay for an extended tummy tuck Debbie

You can definetly do it. Follow the quidelines Dr Ortiz gave you and exercise every day. I was banded Sept 29th and started my pre-op diet in August. I am down 125 pounds in 8 months and I still have not had a fill. If I could do this then anyone could. Stay focused on the goal. A healthy thin you Debbie

Breakfast: Tomatoe pie orange Lunch: Tuna 5 breton crackers orange Dinner:; Chicken Teriyaki strawberries 2 tbsp peanut butter walked 7.2 km

Can't wait to hear about your experience and see your pics. I am a nurse as well and am scheduled for July 8th for an extended tummy tuck and thigh tuck with Dr Nyte Tell me everything Debbie