http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/lap-band-blog.html Your Personal Gastric Lap-Band Guide BLOG informs you of recipes of the week, site updates, and important news from the world of weight loss surgery. en-us lap band Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:41:16 GMT Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:41:16 GMT lap-band-surgery-site.com http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/nothing-going-down.html Yesterday I ate a piece of beef and some spinach (around 2 bites). I felt like it went down thru my lapband and then to my stomach, but since that I haven't Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:41:11 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/diet-after-lap-band-2.html Wondering if the diet after lap band surgery can or should include snacks? Clear up any confusion and get professional advice about eating with lap band from a bariatric dietitian. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:58:51 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/hommus.html Try this quick pumpkin hommus recipe for a twist on traditional hummous. It's a great way to sneak some veggies in your diet and is simple to prepare. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:16:08 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/coffee-on-4th-day-post-op-lap-band-surgery.html Is it okay to drink coffee on 4th post op day? While certainly not a health food, coffee is fine to drink after lap band surgery. Even on 4th day post Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:28:48 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/vomitting-after-lap-band.html I went to an informational meeting tonight and one woman talked about getting something stuck in the stoma and for two days even her own saliva couldn't Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:19:16 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/tuna-on-lap-band-diet.html Is tuna good to eat? Tuna is a great high protein food to eat on the lap band diet! Canned salmon is also a very good choice and can be used in place Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:06:47 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/fish-burger.html This fish burger recipe give you a simple way to encorporate fish into your diet. And fiber too, thanks to a secret ingredient, beans. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:56:24 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/fat-girl-freedom.html To break the surface, Im a sophomore in college pursing a degree in Communication Disorders for Speech Language Pathology. Im also 20 years old. I have Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:52:52 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/low-fat-chili.html This low fat chili is a great source of protein and fiber. The recipe can even be doubled and leftovers can be frozen in individual portions for a later date. Great for weight loss surgery... Wed, 24 Feb 2010 23:38:15 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/mouth-cravings-after-lapband.html I just had Realize Band surgery Feb 18th and what I'm noticing is my mouth wanting to eat more than my body..lol. It's like my gums and tongue want to Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:24:20 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/can-oatmeal-get-stuck-in-my-lap-band.html I am on day two with my lap band and I ate 3 teaspoons of oatmeal at noon. It is now 6pm and I still feel like I can feel the oatmeal in my stomach. Is Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:22:05 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/time-frame-lap-band-surgery-approval.html Why does it take so long for some (Cigna) insurance companies to LET YOU get scheduled for LapBand surgery. Why can't it be right away? Rest assured, Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:11:39 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/one-week-after-stomach-banding.html Hungry - end of week one. I was banded last Friday, today is Wednesday. I am very, very hungry tonight. I ate vanilla wafers & oatmeal :( I know I Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:39:59 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/foods-to-eat-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery.html Can I puree pasta when I am in the pureed phase of gastric sleeve eating? The gastric sleeve diet guidelines are the same as the gastric band diet guidelines. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:25:21 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/angies-new-beginnings.html I HAD MY LAP BAND SURGERY ALMOST 3 YEARS AGO AND I'VE LOST 110 POUNDS. HOWEVER, IN THE LAST 4 MONTHS I'VE NOT LOST ANYTHING, IN FACT I'VE GONE UP AND Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:16:25 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/calories-after-the-lapband.html I had the Lapband done on 3-11-09. How many calories should I be consuming a day? The number of daily calories you require is dependent on your gender, Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:11:38 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/gaining-weight-after-first-lapband-fill.html I have recently had a fill, so now I have 7.25ml in my gastric band. They didn't want to fill because I haven't been eating properly. They put .25ml Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:04:56 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/gaining-weight-after-first-lapband-fill.html I have recently had a fill, so now I have 7.25ml in my gastric band. They didn't want to fill because I haven't been eating properly. They put .25ml Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:04:54 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/simple-cheesecake.html This simple cheesecake recipe makes one serving and is perfect for those times you crave a decadent dessert but don't want the fat and calories or excess portions around to tempt you. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:18:33 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/two-week-liquid-diet-before-lapband-surgery.html What happens if you don't stick to just liquids during the two week liquid diet before your surgery? The purpose of the low calorie, high protein pre-surgery Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:27:19 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/liquids-on-preop-lap-band-diet.html Is it ok to drink Crystal Lite on the Pre-op diet? Yes, Crystal Lite is fine to drink, as is any sugar free, non-carbonated drink. You can even use Crystal Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:22:07 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/is-my-lap-band-working.html I had Lap Band surgery 3 weeks ago, and I've only lost 5 lbs! I have been eating right, and exercising regularly. Is this normal?? The best advice I Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:18:18 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/preop-lap-band-diet.html Can I eat crackers on my pre op diet? The purpose of the presurgery diet is to shrink the liver. Typically, patients follow a low calorie, high protein Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:12:10 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/kims-lapband-journey.html Okay, my surgery is Monday, February 15 and tomorrow I am strictly on liquids and meds to clean me out. YUCK!!!! I have to say this two weeks of liquids Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:31:29 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/sample-puree-menu-suggestions.html I am starting pureed foods, and wonder about portion sizes. Can you give me sample menu suggestions please? Thanks SO much! Here are some sample pureed Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:13:38 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/bread-after-gastric-band.html Can I eat bread? Some sites say yes others say no. See the answer to this commonly asked question here. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:49:34 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/high-protein-pancakes.html These high protein pancakes make a great high protein breakfast or mid afternoon snack. They're delicious hot or cold and pack lots of nutrition into a small portion. Perfect for weight loss surgery.. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 18:32:23 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/bandedbandit.html I was banded on Dec 4th 2009. I've lost about 5 lbs. Not doing the best with my eating plan! I have seen changes in my clothes however. I haven't Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:33:40 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/pain-when-eating.html I had my first lap band fill six days ago. The day of the fill and the following day that I was on clear liquids was no problem. The following two days Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:22:07 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/feeling-of-golf-ball-in-throat-after-lap-band.html Sometimes I get a feeling of something sitting in my throat. This happens even when I only eat 4-6oz. What does this mean? Does this mean I have eaten Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:43:59 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/consequences-of-overeating-after-stomach-banding.html Can you really stretch out your gastric band if you do not eat correctly? Robin Eating correctly after gastric lap band weight loss surgery is not only Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:51:45 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/problem-adjusting-gastric-lap-band.html I can't keep anything down and am hearing my stomach churn 3 nights in a row. The last lap band fill gave me issues with vomit and stomach noises and Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:45:02 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/pre-surgery-lap-band-diet.html Before Surgery: What happens if you eat food two weeks before your lap band surgery? Will it cause complications with the surgery? The purpose of the Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:32:22 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/possible-to-lose-again.html I had gastric lap band surgery 6 years ago. Lost 100 pounds. It took me 4 years. I have had some stressful times in my life and I had to have the band Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:24:01 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/here-i-go-again.html My story: Had a battle with my weight since teenage years. Now 34. Proud mother of 2 adopted children. Gastric band surgery Feb 2004. Lost about Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:23:30 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/homemade-protein-shake.html This easy homemade protein shake uses ingredients that are naturally high in protein so you can skip using protein powder. It's a great high protein meal replacement shake and easy... Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:27:31 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/hungry-after-lap-band-.html It's my 3rd week and I am still supposed to be on the full liquid diet. I am feeling intense hunger and therefore eating solid food here and there. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:12:57 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/celiac-disease-and-the-band-diet.html Hi, Can you give me a gluten-free breakfast, lunch and dinner suggestion for my fourth week after surgery? Now, before surgery, I eat mainly Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:51:08 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/lapband-complications.html Having Lap Band Issues I had the lap band procedure in Jan 08. I have lost over 100 pounds. I have had to have the port replaced once already Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:32:04 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/vegetarian-spaghetti-sauce.html This vegetarian spaghetti sauce is simple to prepare, high in protein, and delicious served over noodles or even spaghetti squash. Leftovers can be... Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:52:46 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/lap-band-recipe-reviews.html If you like eggplant, both the Turkey Eggplant Casserole and the Easy Eggplant Parmesan are very delicious. I prepared both. I froze several Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:39:57 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/bettyboo-lapband-surgery-101709.html Had lapband surgery Oct 20, 2009 (NeWeigh, Dr. Said Bina, Houston, TX). Weight before surgery: 269. I have lost 50 lbs. I was wearing a size 24. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:30:40 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/saras-journey.html Hi, my name is Sara. I am 35 and have been overweight since I was 9 years old. I have long been aware of the fact that I overeat and even most of Tue, 19 Jan 2010 01:11:05 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/bettyboo1017.html Healthy Deviled Eggs are delicious. I added: 1/4 tsp of sweet relish 1/2 tsp fresh organic chives 1/2 tsp soy bacon bits (in place of real bacon Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:27:41 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/3-weeks-post-surgery.html Hello - I'm Lori. I had my surgery Dec. 30, 2009. I am 43 years old and the Monday before my surgery I weighed 275.5 lbs. 5 days post surgery I Sat, 16 Jan 2010 14:29:13 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/grilled-turkey-burger.html This lowfat grilled turkey burger is fast, easy, and healthy. The recipe freezes well too if you want to make ground turkey burgers in advance for future use. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:16:28 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/gastric-bypass-vs-lap-band.html Compare weight loss surgeries. Learn the difference between gastric bypass vs lap band so that you can make an informed decision about bariatric surgery and which one is right for you. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:35:50 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/bupring-after-lap-band-surgery.html I had lap band surgery on Monday. I came home yesterday and since I've been home I can't stop burping. Frequent burping after gastric banding is a Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:21:43 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/weight-loss-surgery-recipes.html Weight loss surgery recipes that are delicious AND nutritious. Use these post lap band diet recipes to pack a lot of nutrition into small portions. Lap band recipes can be used with gastric sleeve... Mon, 28 Dec 2009 18:50:39 GMT http://www.lap-band-surgery-site.com/healthy-meatloaf.html This healthy meatloaf is low carbohydrate and high in protein. It's simple to prepare and can even be made into mini meatloaves by... Mon, 28 Dec 2009 18:45:31 GMT