Starting Over!

I researched both and found the Lap Band brand to be my best choice. It has been in production longer and had less complications. My suggestion is to read up on both then make your determination and talk to your surgeon they may have a preference or suggestion as well. Good luck in your journey!

My favorite lunch; I mix tuna and olive oil mayo along with sweet potato crackers of which I dip into the tuna and a cottage cheese chaser in single serve container. I pack them with 2 freezer packs and 2 waters one frozen. Filling and high in Protein with a total caloric intake of 380 and 34 grams of protein. (sweet potato crackers I bought however I may try to make them found a recipe on line.) Good luck on your journey!

Being healthy and feeling like I have a full life. Plus size clothing Being comfortable performing public speaking Being able to go on Rides in amusement parks Not having trouble buckling my seat belt on a plane

For me I have decided this is my last chance to be successful. Pre surgery I was frozen with the fear of failure. I then became determined to make this successful. I have changed one thing at a time and now 11 days post op I am down 2 dress sizes from the beginning of my journey 6 months ago and very happy to Celebrate my success! I have gone on the Dr.Oz web site for some great recipes. I try really hard to only take in healthy foods and limit my carbs with almost no sugar.(sugar is the devil) I was told to have 80-100grams of Protein and 100 oz. Of Water daily, I am making every effort to do that. My day starts with a shake and I eat healthy portions for lunch and dinner. I am new to this and working hard to stay on track. If I can assist....please contact me...you too can do this!

Just a suggestion...you can microwave your squash as well. Quick and easy!

Wow....this will change up my daily Breakfast shake! Thank you so much!

Great tips, as usual everyone is so helpful. So glad I am able to seek such amazing assistance!

Best of luck...it really was not all that bad for me! Remain positive and don't worry!

I was really glad I took a toothbrush and paste which was not provided.

I began making small changes at first. I stopped late night snacking and I began to exercise. I made sure I was eating nuts protein vegetables and made one meal a protein shake. Do follow all instructions from your Dr. Prior to surgery. It is for a short period of time change your habits read instead of watching TV lift weights when you get bored instead of going for food. You can do it!

I am traveling through this lab band discovery and am almost one week post op. And very happy with my decision and current choices. I would love to hear your tips and diet suggestions. What do you eat in a day and in what quantity? For me personally my NUT was a half hour phone call i had to pay for separately and meetings apparently no one shows up for and do not fit my work schedule. I know i need support and direction. I have learned much of my information from reading and participation in daily talks on this site! (thank you all for sharing) Any and all tips are welcome!

Make several shakes freeze them and take them in a thermal lunch box! Enjoy your family and avoid the food tables. Best of luck!

You can do it! Stay strong...remind yourself why you are doing all of this! You can enjoy yourself without having food control you! Have fun!

Jim, I know a lot is going on right now with your Dad's health, I am sure he wants you to be strong and successful as well. Don't give up stay strong for the both of you! Be safe!

You have unleashed the key to your success.....determination! Keep up the great work!

Take it one step at a time talk to the surgery center and or the insurance providers to get a better idea of coverage. Be prepared to jump through hoops, they may make it challenging, Most important, know this is the beginning ......make one positive change at a time as you obtain your information and begin your journey. Never give up, you are so worth being satisfied with yourself and your choices! Nothing comes easy...the reward is obtained in your success based upon your commitment. . YES you CAN! Do not give in to the negitivity

Ashley, I am 3 days after my surgery and it has been some work. I started off tackling one thing at a time. Added exercise, stopped late night snacking, Identified I was an emotional eater stopped that and began to journal my food intake. Do your research find a surgeon who has the best support and stay plugged into this on line community. There is a great deal of support here....it has been a blessing to me! Good luck!

Just a thought....band can be removed fairly easy. Sleve not so much.

And yes, I would encourage you to follow your surgeons orders to the tee. I am one day post op and did everything I was told to do, today, day 2, I am on no pain meds and have no gas pains ( which I have read could be horrible)! You can do anything you put your mind to! Keep telling yourself how much you want this. And YES you can!

I have had a lot of success with syntax nectar. I blend it with sugar free pudding and ice. It makes a. Yummy shake in vanilla and chocolate. Best of all no side effects.

Thanks Steve..Surgery went very well minimum pain home now following all instructions!

Awesome...... I will take advantage thanks again! Last day of liquids and blood work today with surgery early tomorrow. This has been a long and tiring process to get to this point. I am so grateful I have seen this through. This diet stuff is fairly easy to me (I have been on so many) I know my challenges will be in finding myself and who i am as the weight goes away. (it's been a great shield) Determined and remaining positive!

Steve...thanks for the encouragement and the offer! Pay it forward is so true and you get back so much more than you you give! Congratulations on your success...I may take you up on your offer of being a mentor. My surgery is on Friday...so far on track and looking forward to my new chapter.

Good luck in your journey

It is all about the mental dialogs you have with yourself. Do not allow negativity to destroy your desire. Yes you can!