Question:
Speed up weight loss

Looking for suggestions to speed up weight loss, post op lapband 30 pounds 4/08. Slowing down, having problems sticking to eating healthy foods    — savoy7658 (posted on October 12, 2008)

October 12, 2008
Lapband tends to be a slower wt loss method than RNY. I suggest you find a lapband support group so you can learn more about your surgery. From what I've learned at my RNY support groups, lapband patients will lose less wt over a longer period of time, possibly 2 years to lose 75-100 pounds. I personally do not know any lapband patients, so your local support group may be the best source of information for you. DAVE
   — Dave Chambers

October 13, 2008

   — Lisa C.

October 13, 2008
Dear Janice, Have you tried sugarless hard candy? Also, "letting" yourself indulge now & then can help ward off cravings. The key here is, though, is to do so consciously & stop at 1 [ice cream, whatever ... ]. Confusion here - will get back to you this evening. It's hard hard hard, I know. Have you tried TOPS? -Barbara W. [Oakroom]
   — oakroom

October 13, 2008
Hi Janice, Of course, another approach is to step up the exercise. This can help ease anxiety which could be contributing to cravings - it also reduces your appetite & makes you feel good [!] - natural endorphins. OH - and burns cals, speeding weight loss. Good luck - write any time ... I have similar concerns. Take care, Barbara W. [oakroom]
   — oakroom

October 13, 2008
Hi Janice, Do yourself a favor and stick to your meal plan. Don't start to snack or graze, it will keep the weight from coming off. Exercise every day for an hour. If you don't want to do an hour all at once you can break the time up any way you want; just get in a minimum of an hour a day. Make it an act of love and care for yourself. You have been given this opportunity, please don't let it slip through your fingers. Do your best to get to WLS meetings and get a buddy system going. Being accountable is important. Look at how far you have come. Everyday renew your commitment to yourself. I know you can do it. All the best, BBBig Sister Southern California
   — BBBigSister

October 14, 2008
Janice, I had lap band 4-16-08 and I am down 60 pounds and lots of inches. Stick to the diet. My surgeon told me that everyone cheats and he sat down and told me how to cheat in a good way, BUT NOT TO OFTEN. I have kept that in mind when I put stuff in my mouth. How many fills have you had? I have a 14cc band and I have had only three fills and the doctor told me yesterday that they found the "sweet spot" in my band. It is hard to lose the weight but I do exercise 3-4 times a week (water aerobics) and I am doing really well. Good Luck on your journey.
   — dyates2948

October 15, 2008
Suggestion: put an old pic of yourself on the refridge. This should help keep you motivated to say on the right track.
   — Holly F.