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Hi, I am just beginning my research phase on the Lap Band procedure, so haven't yet attended a seminar or anything. I am 31 years old, 185 pounds, have a BMI of 32 with asthma and high cholesterol. I know I'm considered on the "smaller" scale, but when I found out the FDA approved it for people like me, I got very excited and started researching it right away. I am very unhappy with my weight and body image. I started gaining weight when I was 22, starting at 125 pounds, which is my goal weight. I've tried numerous ways to lose weight, but none that had permanent results. I exercise regularly and am working on improving my diet. I just don't know yet if this is the right decision for someone like me. I think it is definitely a lifestyle change that would give me the results I need, but everyone I tell about it doesn't think so. Any advice or help is much appreciated!