sashley8

One other important thing to remember is to not eat unless your stomach is growling and you are really hungry, the hardest part for me is not giving into psychological 'boredom' eating in the evenings, I try to stay busy though.

Hi Angie, Just remember what you've heard about the Lapband meaning a lifestyle change for some people, it is a 'tool' for losing weight, but if you do not follow consistent healthy dietary habits and not drink 30 minutes prior and 1 hour afterwards (this is what I go by), then you will defeat it. I had mine done almost 8 months ago and have lost 60 pounds so far (55 to go by the end of the year), but I have always been pretty health conscience and actually like to exercise (I have a new home, so this may mean my many projects (painting and yard) in addition to some swimming and weights). I have a pretty low pain tolerance, and the only time I felt any pain was when I woke up after surgery, but the medical personnel gave me medication right away, so within a minute or so it was alleviated. God Bless, Susie