Annuri Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 I am thinking very hard about getting the lap band surgery. I need it desperately. But I wanted to know how is your quality of life after? What I mean is how and what can you eat? Is it just juices, palm size food, a nut? What kinds and how much food can you eat after you get the surgery? What did/do you eat post surgery and what don't you eat? Thanks so much for your replies! Annuri Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATLMark Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 My quality of life is something I never imagined. I have lost almost 70 lbs since my banding and I have a new outlook on life. I don't have to worry any more about weight restrictions. I can sit in the front seat on a roller coaster and I can speed down a zip line! Two things that I was never able to do before my banding. I also enjoy exercise for the first time in my life, which is something I never imagined! I think the eating aspect is different for everyone and really depends on how tight your band is. I haven't had much luck swallowing breads or dry meats like chicken breast, but I don't miss either. For meals, I can have a small serving of meat and a veggie or two. I have never felt unsatisfied or cheated. This was the best decision I ever made and the OCC was the most amazing place! I have no regrets and now live life to the fullest!! Hope this helps!! Good luck on your weight loss journey!! Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nothereanymore Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Food becomes your fuel, if you work your band right. I can't tell the life changes for me. Its been amazing - I kind of had to put my head down for a minute as I was writting this because its so emotional for me. I have a life now and remember when I too couldn't ride the roller coaster or do the zip line. I have a friend who has only known me since I've been thin, I told her my story on the 4th and how I lost over 140 pounds and she didn't believe me. I keep an old picture of me in my phone and showed it to her. She looked at me and started crying. She can't see me like that - I sometimes still see me as big Lisa and it does cause me to be a little bit shy. I run, jump, play - I'm seen as a leader - I'm proud of my body and have fun and laugh all the time. I live life to the fullest. That's hard to do when you're as big as I was. I don't eat for emotions, I've learned how to manage my food, I do enjoy it but enjoy a bike ride or running down to park more. I'm strong, beautiful, athletic and confidant. I'm Lisa and I'm living life as hard and with as much joy as I can. I could not say that before my band. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annuri Posted July 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Thank you both so much! It really helped!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annuri Posted July 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Lisa, I have about 140 pounds to lose as well so you can't imagine what hearing your story did to me. And Mark, I want to be able to sit in the front seat of a roller coaster too! (As soon as I get over my fear of them!!!) Thank you both so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuk98828 Posted July 9, 2011 Report Share Posted July 9, 2011 My quality of life is something I never imagined. I have lost almost 70 lbs since my banding and I have a new outlook on life. I don't have to worry any more about weight restrictions. I can sit in the front seat on a roller coaster and I can speed down a zip line! Two things that I was never able to do before my banding. I also enjoy exercise for the first time in my life, which is something I never imagined! I think the eating aspect is different for everyone and really depends on how tight your band is. I haven't had much luck swallowing breads or dry meats like chicken breast, but I don't miss either. For meals, I can have a small serving of meat and a veggie or two. I have never felt unsatisfied or cheated. This was the best decision I ever made and the OCC was the most amazing place! I have no regrets and now live life to the fullest!! Hope this helps!! Good luck on your weight loss journey!! Mark I remember when you first started posting. i am so glad to hear your success and happiness. Keep up the great work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATLMark Posted July 9, 2011 Report Share Posted July 9, 2011 I remember when you first started posting. i am so glad to hear your success and happiness. Keep up the great work Thanks so much!!! You have done amazing as well!!! You are almost to goal!!! Congrats!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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