Did you know that your favorite drink may contain the same number of calories as an average size chocolate bar? If you decide one evening to sip on your favorite appletini, be prepared that it may cost you up to 300 calories! Yep, 300 calories in 6 ounces of apple goodness. Let’s face it. Alcoholic drinks are calorie bombs, and if you are a lap-band patient, best stay away!
As I mentioned in my earlier posts, the most important part of the lap-band journey are your follow up visits. Simply speaking, no adjustments mean no weight loss. For the best results, you should get the first adjustment four to six weeks after your surgery, and then at least every two months during the first year. Remember, your success after the procedure depends fully on setting your band right and eating balanced diet.
Do you have days that you just don’t feel like cooking and want to eat out instead? Well, for me “these days” are almost everyday. Eating out is fun and convenient; no mess, no standing in a kitchen, eating whatever you feel like and as much as you want. The last one may be a problem, especially if like me, you feel like eating well and a lot.
We’ve joined Facebook! DayOne Health Chicago now has their own Facebook fan page which can be found here.
We welcome everyone to become of fan of DayOne Health in Chicago. By becoming a fan you’ll get great information straight to your newsfeed: inspirational tips, recipes, and the latest news. You can also find other DayOne Health patients and connect with them when you need some support. You can even post comments with your own inspirational stories or suggestions that have worked for you. The DayOne Health staff in Chicago would love to see pictures of the progress our LAP-BAND surgery patients are experiencing with their new lifestyle changes. If you know anyone considering weight loss surgery, invite them to become a fan so they can learn more about their options.
We hope that with this Facebook page we can educate new patients, inspire our current patients to success and encourage our LAP-BAND patients in Chicago to stay in touch even after surgery. Feel
DayOne Health wishes you a happy and healthy 2010! The New Year is a great time to make positive life changes. This is the year you may finally consider bariatric surgery, such as the LAP-BAND®, to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Or, if you’ve have already had weight loss surgery, now is a great time to assess your progress and set some new and challenging goals.
DayOne Health wishes you a happy and healthy 2010! The New Year is a great time to make positive life changes. This is the year you may finally consider bariatric surgery, such as the LAP-BAND, to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Or, if you’ve have already had weight loss surgery, now is a great time to assess your progress and set some new and challenging goals.
