Nothing new in the weight loss world, just more of the same. Two more pounds lost, eating protein, drinking water blah blah blah....
With the exception of learning the difference between head hunger and real hunger. My head, apparently unconnected with my stomach whispers seductive suggestions of things to eat ALL.THE.TIME. But my stomach, if it could voice an opinion, would say 'but I'm not feeling empty so no food is necessary at this time, thank you'. My brain, being the big bully tries to force food on the poor unsuspecting stomach who's trying to get used to it's new accessory, the band. It's a constant struggle. A tootsie pop would be so good right about now, but the stomach and for that matter, the rest of my body doesn't need anything contained in the tootsie pop including the 60 empty calories of pure refined sugar. Ok, how about a peanut butter sandwich? A better choice but I'm supposed to be doing low to NO carbs. Last time I checked, and my brain should know this, bread wasn't a protein. It'd be nice if it was though, wouldn't it? Peanut butter is ok. Cottage cheese would be a good choice but those don't hold quite the allure of the sugar and starch now do they? No.
So, while my stomach and brain duke it out, I try to remind myself to stay focused and be strong. The outcome will be spectacular and worth it.
Next fill is in 3 days!
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Hi Pam.
I can't recall how I found your blog but since I did, I've been reading and lurking in the background.
I've considered this procedure to lose weight as well but it seems so scary. I almost died in 2001 when a blood clot left my leg and ended up in my lung.
May I ask if you were frightened while considering this procedure and if so would you do it all over again or do you think you'd have given diet and exercise another shot?
I'm looking for something and I just don't know what it is yet...
Congratulations on your results thus far!
Stepher
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