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Get those fills on a regular basis. I get a fill once a month. You have to be strong and when you find the "sweet spot" for your band you will feel the restriction and not the hunger. The weight will come off.

My surgeon laughs at the remarks about eroding bands.My god the band is on the outside of your stomach. It would have to eat its way through to ever touch "the band" However she warns carbonation can expand the pouch and cause slippage. The main thing is if you want a beer or soda do it in moderation. It will be fine if you can tolerate it. Its all about the empty calories.

I can't drink the Protein shakes without wretching. I make eggcustard for my protein. Tastes great and satisfies. two eggs beaten 2-3 tsp splenda 2 cups skim milk 11/2 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp salt Beat with mixer and poor in ramikens or glass bowl. Sprinkle with cinnaman and bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 35 min. bake untill set or knife comes out clean

I can't drink the Protein shakes without wretching. I make eggcustard for my protein. Tastes great and satisfies. two eggs beaten 2-3 tsp splenda 2 cups skim milk 11/2 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp salt Beat with mixer and poor in ramikens or glass bowl. Sprinkle with cinnaman and bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 35 min. bake untill set or knife comes out clean

That article scared me too. I am scheduled for 10/18/11 but at a reputable hospital. They have had a 0% mortality rate since they started this program. Still it makes me nervous. I am only 35 BMI with 2 comorbitities but now wonder if its worth it

My first seminar is June 6th. I like you am very nervous. So many questions and is lapband a better choice than bypass etc.etc.......I know there will be plenty of people to answer our questions but What questions should I ask.