tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21049690467680296342024-03-12T19:45:25.965-04:00Lap-Band Life For MeThis is a blog to keep track of my progress after having Lap-Band surgery.Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-36732417365015709072010-09-07T11:19:00.000-04:002010-09-07T11:21:45.554-04:009/6/10 – What I Ate TodayI am still pretty tight since my <a href="http://beckyson25.wordpress.com/2010/09/01/what-a-day/">fill</a>.
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<br />Breakfast: Low Carb Slimfast Shake
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<br />Lunch: Homemade tuna salad (1 single serve pouch of tuna, 1 Tbsp mayo, 1 Tbsp relish, a few chopped grapes) – I ate 1/2 of the whole thing
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<br />Snack: a few bites of tuna salad
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<br />Dinner/Snack: I eventually finished off the rest of the tuna salad. I’m not hungry but I know I need to try and get my protein in. I was very lacking in that department today.
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<br />Drink: Sugar Free Lemonade, <a href="http://beckyson25.wordpress.com/2010/04/20/yummy-chai-recipe/">Chai Tea</a>
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<br />Exercise: 30 minutes of walking (1 1/3 miles)
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<br />You can also read this post at my new blog: <a href="http://beckyson25.wordpress.com/2010/09/06/9610-what-i-ate-today/">Party of Five</a>
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<br />God Bless!
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<br />Becky <><
<br />Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-29120475607438772902010-09-04T07:21:00.000-04:002010-09-04T07:23:01.314-04:00Update Since My LapBand FillWell it been 2 days since I had my fill. I am still feeling pretty tight but I am able to keep down most liquids so far, although coffee seems to be the best thing I have tolerated. I have tried a few bites of smooth chicken salad, pureed vegetable soup, and ice cream but they have all came back up as a PB (productive burp). My weight this AM was 224.8 pounds – WOOHOO!!! I have lost a total of 73 pounds! I don’t even remember ever weighing this weight.<br /><br />Today was a busy day. My 13 year old DS had to have surgery on his toe today. We weren’t sure til about 9am today that he was even having surgery. We didn’t leave the hospital until around 4:30 this evening. Up to that point I had just sipped on coffee and a couple of hard candies all day. I am still feeling good, tired from the busy day. I have had a couple bites that have stayed down today. We’ll see what tomorrow brings.<br /><br />Have a great day!<br /><br />Becky <><<br /><br />You can also read this post on my new blog: <a href="http://beckyson25.wordpress.com/2010/09/03/update-since-my-lapband-fill/">HERE</a>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-30293347222561868992010-09-04T07:19:00.001-04:002010-09-04T07:21:14.165-04:00What A Day!!!I went in for my (1 month overdue) 1 year post-op visit for my lapband today. I also needed a fill today. The doctor had some trouble with my port (again) and needed to do the whole procedure twice. Last time I had a fill I had a total of 7.6cc’s in my band. Today when he started I had 7cc’s in there – I must have drank the other 0.6cc <br /><br />This time he put in a total of 10cc’s. I seemed like I was ok at the time but started bringing everything back up soon after I left the office. I thought it would settle down on its own but it didn’t- got worse instead. About an hour after I left I ended up going back to his office and getting 1cc taken out. Now I am supposed to drink clear liquids the rest of the day today. I have done ok, if the liquid is warm and if I take tiny sips. I don’t feel too bad, all things considered.<br /><br />On top of that we have been dealing with a health issue with one of our boys. I think my brain is starting to get tired out.<br /><br />But, I am glad to know that God is in control…I refuse to worry. At the end of the day, I can rely on the fact that I serve a great God – not only does He call me friend, I am His favorite (don’t worry, you are His favorite too).<br /><br />By the way, my official “doctor’s office” weight today was 230.0 lbs. WOOHOO!!!<br /><br />May God bless you!<br /><br />Becky <>< <br /><br />You can also read this post at my new blog <a href="http://beckyson25.wordpress.com/2010/09/01/what-a-day/">HERE</a>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-71183597762474969632010-08-26T14:17:00.002-04:002010-08-26T14:20:20.644-04:00My New BlogPlease visit my new blog at: http://beckyson25.wordpress.com/
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<br />My new blog combines my 2 blogs. It includes all of the posts and comments that are already on plus new stuff too :-)
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<br />Blessings to you!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-7349035361671301052010-08-17T20:15:00.004-04:002010-08-17T21:38:29.408-04:00Homemade Protein BarsI haven't tried any of these but I wanted to share some posts with homemade protein bar recipes that I found on some other blogs. Please note that these were NOT weight loss surgery websites that I found them on. I don't know how "pouch-friendly" they will be.
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<br />http://www.passionatehomemaking.com/2009/11/nourishing-protein-bars-a-great-whole-foods-snack.html
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<br />http://thenourishingapron.blogspot.com/2010/02/protein-bars.html
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<br />http://moneysavingmom.com/2010/08/homemade-protein-bars.htm
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<br />Enjoy!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-78277890902449397482010-07-27T23:21:00.002-04:002010-07-27T23:28:38.949-04:00One Year BandaversaryI was banded one year ago today. I am so happy with all the changes in my body over the past year! I am feeling much better. My overall health is much better too!
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<br />May God bless you!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-78913354954298245052010-07-22T21:44:00.004-04:002010-07-22T21:59:33.825-04:00End of Day 4 of the 5 Day Pouch TestI am feeling so good!!! I have much better control and not obsessing about food all day. Here's the food I've been eating. Not exactly 3 meals along with snacks; more like when I am hungry I eat as much as it takes to feel satisfied.<br /><br /><strong>Morning</strong><br />Coffee with creamer<br />Crystal Light lemonade<br /><br /><strong>Afternoon</strong><br />Yoplait yogurt<br />Slim fast shake<br />Homemade chicken salad<br /><br /><strong>Evening</strong><br />Friend's b-day party<br />Ate a Fiber One yogurt on the way to the party<br />Had a little fruit punch and a freezee-pop at the party<br />About 1/2 serving of leftover <a href="http://www.food.com/recipe/impossible-cheeseburger-pie-204087">Impossible Cheeseburger Pie</a> after I got home from the party<br /><br />My weight this morning was 231.6 lbs!!!<br />Hallelujah!!!!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-72625076985323150832010-07-21T14:43:00.003-04:002010-07-21T15:06:44.515-04:00Day 3 of the 5 Day Pouch TestOK, so I am on day 3 of the <a href="http://www.5daypouchtest.com/">5 Day Pouch Test</a>. Here's an update so far:
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<br /><strong>Monday 7/19</strong>
<br />Protein shakes blended with frozen fruit
<br />Tomato soup mixed with milk and saltines that were crushed down to little tiny crumbs
<br />Yogurt
<br />Coffee with cream
<br />Lo Carb fudgesicle
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<br />I did fine all day - no cravings (actually felt much better than I have been feeling), except late at night I got really hungry. I ended up eating some "mashed up" turkey meatballs I had made on Sunday for dinner. I could already feel my stomach was tighter - I was full after about 5 bites!
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<br /><strong>Tuesday 7/20</strong>
<br />Same stuff as Monday plus I had a couple of bites of some of the meal I made for my family for dinner but literally maybe about 3 bites of rice and 3 bites of watermelon. I also had a tiny bit of eggsalad late at night - I was getting really hungry again but that satisfied me.
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<br /><strong>Wednesday 7/21 (so far)</strong>
<br />Coffee with cream
<br />Slim Fast ready made shake (I can't find the Low-carb ones anymore but I had a few stray cans of this that I need to use up)
<br />1/4 cup homemade egg salad
<br />Sipping on Crystal Light
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<br />Amazingly, I have no cravings. Not really hungry but, just like after a fill, when I do get hungry I need something right away, not in 10 minutes. My band seems much tighter. I kind of feel like in the "early" days of having my band. I have heard mixed results about the 5 Day Pouch Test but it is working for me so far. Here's my weight stats so far (although I really must say, it isn't as much about my weight but that I feel tighter and more in control of my eating again):
<br />Monday AM: 239.0 lbs
<br />Tuesday AM: 235.6 lbs
<br />Wednesday AM: 232.2 lbs
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<br />I will update tomorrow.
<br />God bless!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-80096808619073360412010-07-15T00:54:00.003-04:002010-07-15T00:59:56.366-04:00Going to try again...5 Day Pouch TestI am going to try this again starting on Monday, July 19. I had some "life issues" come up midway through day 2 last time I tried but even just doing it for 1.5 days I could feel that it would have helped me some, physically and mentally. If you are interested in doing it too (starting on the same day) please leave a comment on here and let me know. Maybe we could support each other throught it. Here is the link for the <a href="http://www.5daypouchtest.com/">5 Day Pouch Test</a>. I don't have a copy of the book but I am going to do it following the instructions on the website.
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<br />Blessings,
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<br />Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-41026951053868765502010-06-10T22:19:00.004-04:002010-06-10T22:27:03.115-04:00Day 1 of the 5 Day Pouch TestThis morning's weight: 239.8 pounds
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<br />I was on liquids today so I didn't really have "meals" but here are the types of liquids I had:
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<br />Sugar free Carnation Instant Breakfast made with 1% milk and a coupe of frozen strawberries blended in
<br />Crystal Light Iced Tea
<br />Turkey and gravy - pureed in a blender - consistency of a smooth cream soup
<br />Coffee with 1% milk and SF DaVinci Vanilla Syrup
<br />Cream of Mushroom Soup made with milk
<br />Egg Drop Soup
<br />SF pudding
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<br />I tried Unjury Chicken Flavored Soup blended with a little chicken - this had a yucky consistency and I ended up not drinking it. I will say though that I LOVE both of those seperately - just apparently not blended together.
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<br />Blessings!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-33296868055274871462010-06-10T09:36:00.000-04:002010-06-10T09:36:15.080-04:00Before & During Pictures<div style='text-align:center;margin:0px auto 10px;'><a href='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD8txHGzI28xno9zEvIXKXrEBgeG-9TZghhkKGfqRVRSzVZ6Xrluewzz2RmfLxrve5C0HN9KWLWVn7jANuU2PC9hlo_CGe4pnxLm4YbKHvo2gpMIjmOh9fq_2BhW_fmaqBboOC1RQJAsw/s1600/2010-06-10.jpg'><img src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD8txHGzI28xno9zEvIXKXrEBgeG-9TZghhkKGfqRVRSzVZ6Xrluewzz2RmfLxrve5C0HN9KWLWVn7jANuU2PC9hlo_CGe4pnxLm4YbKHvo2gpMIjmOh9fq_2BhW_fmaqBboOC1RQJAsw/s320/2010-06-10.jpg' border='0' alt='' /></a> </div><div style='clear:both; text-align:CENTER'><a href='http://picasa.google.com/blogger/' target='ext'><img src='http://photos1.blogger.com/pbp.gif' alt='Posted by Picasa' style='border: 0px none ; padding: 0px; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 50%; -moz-background-clip: initial; -moz-background-origin: initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: initial;' align='middle' border='0' /></a></div>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-48599754605375612852010-06-10T01:45:00.002-04:002010-06-10T01:47:40.359-04:00Going to Do a 5 Day Pouch TestThe details are <a href="http://5daypouchtest.com/">here</a>. I am going to start tomorrow (6/10/10). I will post each day on here and let you know how it goes.
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<br />Blessings!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-6160570123923575302010-06-04T14:57:00.002-04:002010-06-04T15:20:25.404-04:00Weight Watchers???I have been at a weight stand-still for a LONG time. I am considering trying doing unofficial Weight Watchers, meaning I will use the materials I already have from Weight Watchers instead of going to the meetings, etc. I was doing some research about doing Weight Watchers with the Lap-Band and most people recommended following the Flex Plan rules for 150 pound woman. Please leave a comment if you have any suggestions/recommendations.
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<br />Thanks!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-70376969201689959242010-05-18T23:40:00.003-04:002010-05-19T00:15:04.659-04:00Cha-Cha-Changes!!!I have been meaning to post this for a long time but life always seems to get in the way. I wanted to post some of the changes I've noticed and some other non-scale stuff.
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<br />Here are some NSV (non-scale victories):
<br />I have been in a size 26/28 or size 3X (unless it's from WalMart - then it's a 4x - thanks for making me feel even worse than before, WalMart). I now wear a size 18 or XL. This was a huge victory for me since they sell some XL in non-plus-size stores. I haven't been able to buy something from a "regular" store anytime in my adult life. I remember shopping in the plus-size stores even when I was in my middle school years.
<br />We went camping this past weekend and I went on the "jumping pillow" with our 2 year old. The "jumping pillow" is a kind of cross between a trampoline and an inflatable jumping thing. Anyway, I went on it and I didn't hear one negative comment. Nobody even looked at me to see why a "big woman" would be on there. During the camping trip I even went swimming too!
<br />I have been wearing make-up and earrings again, almost everyday - even if I'm not going anywhere.
<br />Today, for the first time in way too long, I went and walked for 30 minutes. Guess what I did too...I ran!!! It wasn't pretty and it was only maybe for 30 seconds each time but I ran 4 short times during my walk. Also, I walked over 1.5 miles today and I wasn't even out of breath!
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<br />A few problem areas I have identified:
<br />Out of the mouth of babes: we were listening to a Christian radio program the other day in the car. The woman who was speaking talked about Moms eating a diet of whatever is leftover on their kids' plates. She called it the "Leftovers Diet". My son looked at me and said, "Boy Mom that's what you do!" I have been more conscious of it and now I am seeing it too! I usually don't make myself lunch because I pick at whatever I am making for the kids while I make it then proceed to eat whatever my 2 year old leaves on her plate! Or {gasp} I will make something for myself for lunch too!
<br />I am still not exercising. I keep saying I am going to but I never do. I did go walk tonight though. I need to make it a habit.
<br />I find that I have hardly an appetite all morning, I really have to make myself eat something for breakfast. Then I am a little more hungry as the day goes on. By nighttime I am STARVING! It's like "Katie bar the door"!
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<br />These are areas I am working on but I thought I'd share with you in case you have been there before and have advice.
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<br />God bless!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-60268753149843405252010-05-10T13:50:00.002-04:002010-05-10T14:03:38.080-04:00Homemade Instant BreakfastI came across this recipe and it looks pretty interesting. <a href="http://www.recipezaar.com/recipe/Cing-Instant-Breakfast-41383">Camping - Instant Breakfast</a><br /><br />Even though we are going camping for the weekend, I think I'll try tweeking this recipe for home. I'm going to try using the sugar free Wally-world orange drink mix instead of the regular Tang.Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-34183134949282132542010-04-30T22:57:00.002-04:002010-04-30T23:04:47.813-04:00Bariatric Eating websiteI just found the <a href="http://www.bariatriceating.com/">Bariatric Eating</a> website and I LOVE it - so I had to share! They have a great food journal (free). The journal has some useful guidelines for getting your protein in. Also they have TONS of <a href="http://www.bariatriceating.com/BEhealthnutrition/recipes.php">bariatric-friendly recipes</a>. I can't wait to try the journal and some of the recipes! Before you visit the website, I do need to mention that Bariatric Eating is an online store geared toward bariatric surgery patients. I have never ordered anything from there, nor am I endorsing the website. I just saw it today and I like the info they have on their website.
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<br />God bless!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-67891863819016835572010-04-19T23:28:00.004-04:002010-04-19T23:36:36.401-04:00Yummy Chai RecipeMy aunt gave me this recipe. I love it hot or over ice!<br /><br />Steep a chai tea bag in hot water. I use <a href="http://www.liptont.com/our_products/flavored_black_tea/flb_spiced_chai.aspx">Lipton Spiced Chai tea bags</a>. After removing the tea bag, add a splash of skim milk and a splash of sugar free vanilla syrup, I use <a href="http://www.davincigourmet.com/products/product_details/?productID=111">DaVinci brand</a>. Enjoy!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-29160358807166277122010-04-19T23:04:00.002-04:002010-04-19T23:14:13.161-04:00Monday 4/19/10My weight is now 236.5 pounds...60 pounds gone - WOO-HOO!!! I am feeling much better since I have been able to add regular foods back. For the moment, I have good restriction. I have been eating small meals and staying full for several hours. My favorite thing is that I am not even thinking about food between meals. Before my last fill I felt like I was looking for food all day long.
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<br />By the way, I am looking for some ideas of quick foods to keep on hand to either take with me or grab in a hurry. It seems like I go so fast from not even thinking about food to starving. Those are the times I am most apt to grab "junk" to just take the edge off my hunger. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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<br />Thanks and God bless!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-22226315785524014012010-04-15T23:27:00.002-04:002010-04-15T23:35:14.435-04:004/15/10 - 2nd (and last) Day of Full LiquidsWeight this AM was 239.6 pounds. I am feeing a little "washed out" from being on full liquids for the last couple of days. I'll be glad to have some mushie foods tomorrow. Here's what I sipped on today:
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<br />1 Sugar Free Carnation Instant Breakfast
<br />Pureed Bean and Bacon soup made with milk (this tasted pretty good)
<br />1 Atkins Carmel Cafe Shake
<br />Pureed homemade chili (with a tiny bit of melted cheese and a small dollop of sour cream stirred in)
<br />Crystal Light
<br />A popscicle
<br />Coffee with cream
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<br />God bless!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-26032731105204334762010-04-15T00:15:00.002-04:002010-04-15T00:23:43.452-04:00Update for 4/14/10I am still on full liquids today. Here's what I sipped on throughout the day:
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<br /><a href="https://www.unjury.com/store/protein/reg/chicken_soup_flavored_protein.shtml">Unjury Chicken Soup</a>
<br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/CLICK-Espresso-Protein-14-Serving-Canister/dp/B00305L330/ref=pd_rhf_p_t_1">Click brand Vanilla Latte</a> - this was great over ice and also wonderful hot
<br />Cream of Mushroom soup - made with milk and put in the blender
<br />Sonic unsweetened peach tea
<br /><a href="http://www.atkins.com/Products/ProductDetail24/Café-Caramel-Shake.aspx">Atkins Cafe Carmel Shake</a>
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<br />The scale was at 242.2 pounds this morning. I never did get to exercise today :-(
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<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-6036652077795620272010-04-14T09:16:00.002-04:002010-04-14T09:30:43.740-04:00Fill #4I went yesterday and had my 4th fill done. As of yesterday's MD visit, I have lost a total of 52 pounds. The doctor had a little trouble finding my port but he did end up finding it. My port site is a little more sore than usual today. He gave me a large fill (3 cc) bringing me up to a total of 7.6 cc. I hope I will have good restriction now. After my fill I was on clear liquids the rest of the day. It wasn't too bad since I didn't leave my appointment til around 4:30 or so. The rest of the evening I sipped on a Sonic unsweetened peach iced tea and a 1/2 packet of <a href="https://www.unjury.com/store/protein/reg/chicken_soup_flavored_protein.shtml">Unjury chicken soup</a>.
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<br />Now I will have 2-3 days of full liquids then 2-3 days of mushies/puree.
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<br />I also did a short <a href="http://www.netflix.com/WiMovie/Pick_Your_Level_Weight_Loss_Pilates/70054990?trkid=921403">weight loss pilates video</a> last night. The weather is gorgeous here and I'm planning for a walk after we finish with homeschool this afternoon.
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<br />God bless!
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-36244623547742493742010-04-01T21:25:00.002-04:002010-04-01T22:14:56.227-04:00Some good grocery items...I wanted to share a few things I have found that I like. First of all, you need to know that I am frugal. I also like food that is easy to make and that my whole family can eat. I try and focus on high protein and healthy carbs. That being said, I love to shop at <a href="http://beashiningstar.blogspot.com/2009/09/aldimy-favorite-grocery-store.html">Aldi</a>. I love Aldi's Fit & Active brand foods!
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<br />Here are some of my favorite foods from Aldi:
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<br />Fit & Active Multi Grain Wraps - these are my latest find at Aldi. They are pretty large and square (instead of round). They can be found near the blocks of cheese. Price: $1.99 for 6 wraps. Each wrap has 100 cal, 9gm protein, 17gm carbs, 8gm fiber. I love how these taste and the texture is good. I haven't had any trouble with getting them "stuck".
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<br />Fit & Active Nonfat Yogurt - available in 4 flavors: Key Lime Pie, Peach, Strawberry, and Cherries Jubilee. Price: 37 cents for 6oz. Here's the nutrit info on the Key Lime Pie flavor: 90 cal, 6 protein, 15 carbs, 0 fiber, 0 fat.
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<br />Fit & Active Whole Wheat Penne - I only eat about 1/2 serving of this at a time. What I like is that I can serve it to my whole family. Price: 99 cents for 12 oz. Nutrit info: 210 cal, 7gm protein, 41gm carbs, 5gm fiber, 1.5gm fat.
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<br />Here's some other good stuff I've found at other grocery stores:
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<br />Kroger CarbMaster yogurt - I can't remember how much these cost but I really like them. I don't get to Kroger very often, but when I go I always get a bunch of these. Here's the nutritional info on the raspberry flavor: 80 cal, 12gm protein, 4gm carbs, 1gm fiber.
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<br />While on the topic of yogurt, I LOVE Chobani Greek yogurt. It is too pricey for me to get all the time but I do get it as a treat for myself if it's on sale.
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<br />Hormel Compleats Roast Beef & Gravy - these are a great food to have on hand just in case life gets too busy to make something else. I can't remember the cost of these but I have found them on sale and they often run coupons on these too. When I have good restriction, I am able to make 2 meals from 1 container of these but the nutritional info is based on eating the whole thing. Here is the nutritional info: 230 cal, 23gm protein, 27gm carbs, 3gm fiber, 3gm fat.
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<br />Kashi GoLean Hot Cereal Creamy Truly Vanilla - each packet has 150 cal, 9gm protein, 25gm carbs, 7gm fiber, 2gm fat.
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<br />I hope this helps you on your journey!
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<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-7099524922806645942010-03-29T11:19:00.003-04:002010-03-29T11:32:11.817-04:00Meals for this WeekThis post is a cross-post from my other blog, <a href="http://beashiningstar.blogspot.com/">Party of Five</a>. It can give you some meal ideas. On Tuesday I'll mostly just eat the filling out of the calzones. Otherwise, I usually eat whatever I make for the rest of the gang, just less of it.
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<br />Monday: <a href="http://joyinmykitchen.blogspot.com/2010/03/spinach-chicken-pasta.html">Spinach Chicken Pasta</a>
<br />Tuesday: <a href="http://www.recipezaar.com/EAZY-PEEZY-PIZZA-DOUGH-Bread-Machine-Pizza-Dough-35805">Calzones</a> (choice of pepperoni, spinach, mushroom, etc filling)
<br />Wednesday: <a href="http://beashiningstar.blogspot.com/2009/05/sausage-and-vegetables-with-rice.html">Sausage & Vegetables over Rice</a>
<br />Thursday: <a href="http://beashiningstar.blogspot.com/2009/02/our-favorite-meatloaf.html">Meatloaf</a>
<br />Friday: <a href="http://beashiningstar.blogspot.com/2009/09/my-chili-recipe.html">Chili</a>, Chips, and Cheese
<br />Saturday: leftovers
<br />Sunday: Easter (getting together with my family; not sure what I am bringing to share)
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<br />Have a great week! You can also check out lots more menus at <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/2010/03/menu-plan-monday-march-29th-easter-week.html">orgjunkies Menu Plan Monday</a>!
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<br />1 Peter 1:3
<br />Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead
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<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-24792881262441762862010-03-22T21:52:00.003-04:002010-03-22T22:05:35.811-04:00Update for this weekMy weight today was 241.0 pounds. I have a few pounds that I have been fluctuating between - going between 242 - 245. This is my lowest weight since, um, as far back I can remember. I weighed about 260 pounds when I got married in 1992 (I was 19 years old back then). The only time I remember being lower than that was when I got down to 244 pounds 9 years ago with Weight Watchers. Immediatly after I stopped Weight Watchers, the weight came back. Now, I have been stuck around 244 since around Thanksgiving. It seems that 244 is a stumbling block for me. As you can read from my previous post, I am getting back to being committed. I know what I supposed to do, I need to do it. I don't have good restriction right now. I'm scheduled to get another fill in a few weeks. My short-term goal is to see the 230's on the scale.
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<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2104969046768029634.post-90234292373624615482010-03-22T21:28:00.003-04:002010-03-22T21:51:35.494-04:00A New Week...Back on the Band-Wagon<em>"If you are doing the Will of God, it is always too soon to quit"</em> this quote is from my pastor, Jimmy Inman, during a service a few months ago. It struck me so much that I wrote it down and have kept it closeby. I was having some quite time with the Lord today and he reminded me of this quote. Making the decision to get the Lap-Band was something I prayed about for a long time. My pre-op journey actually took about 3 years. It is a long story but after a lot of prayer, a new baby in the midst of the 3 years, jumping through lots of insurance hoops, etc, I did finally have the surgery. I remember during those 3 years pre-op and in the first several months post-op how I could see and feel God at work with the process. Since around Thanksgiving, I have not been following through with my part of the process. I started eating what I wanted, when I wanted, didn't chew my food slowly, didn't take the small bites, etc, etc. I have my doctor's list of the 10 Band Rules for success, I have not been following any of them. As of today, I am back on the "band-wagon". I know that God has not moved from where He was, it was me that moved away, not Him. I am so thankful that when I give up on me, He doesn't!
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<br />May God bless you and your family,
<br />Becky <><Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00442023844711298948noreply@blogger.com0