Since being unbanded, I am struggling again with the head demons. I am trying really hard to not give in and most times I beat them back. However, the times I don't will eventually catch up with me and I will start gaining. DON'T want that to happen.

So, I am soliciting all info on the several diets that are out there now. I would ask for websites of the diets and any and all info you can share. I am almost to the point of doing a liquid diet for a week. SO SAVE ME FROM MYSELF!! HELP!!!

Oh yeah and HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!

Penni,

Doctor Phil has a great book out for weightloss. I almost went on his program right before discovering the LapBand. I find him very inspirational, and his book may be able to help you out as well.

Best wishes to you girl. I certainly feel for you.

Love Ya! ~Kelly

Penni, I think one of the healthies ways of eating is the Mediterranean diet. It focuses on veggies, fish and chicken, whole grains and olive oil. When the new year begins, I will try to follow this as my weight loss program. I will also do this for my family too. Its great b/c you can fill up on healthy veggies and make them tasty too. If you have a Trader Joe's near you you can get alot of this stuff there at a good price.

http://www.mediterraneandiet.gr/

Good luck sweet lady, let us know how and what you decide to do !!!!

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Penni - do they allow you to ever be rebanded after an erosion?

Where were you at in your plan of weight loss?

I have been following the South Beach Diet & I truly love it!! They even have a forum for questions, recipes & all that fun stuff at their website. I just lost 6 lbs OVER THE HOLIDAYS by following the South Beach Diet. You can eat fun foods & I didn't feel deprived. Good luck Penni!!

After being banded for a little over 2 years my head is not in the right place and I am not losing. My daughter has a weight problem and in order to encourage her to lose weight I will be going to WW with her starting next week. Although it never really worked for me in the past, I am hoping that this diet along with my band may do the trick.

Penni, I just want to wish you well and encourage you in your journey...I know it has taken a new direction and one you didn't plan for, but you will find your direction again. Any plan is better than no plan. Look at some of the ones that have been suggested, and choose one that fits your likes/dislikes and personality. I know WW has been fantastic for lots of people, but counting points just wears me out and makes me rebel. I have read and like Dr. Phil's book, and am willing to send it to you if you want it.

Good luck, Cindy

Someone asked where I was in the scheme of things with the band. I had lost approx 60 lbs and still needed to lose at least 50 more.

I can get rebanded in 6 months. But I will do that only if I can get the Insurance to pay for it. I can't afford another surgery.

I am looking at all my options as far as what to do about the diet. Thank you for your kind offer to send me Dr. Phil's book but if I chose to do that I can just order one. But the offer is very sweet and full of compassion.

It has been a struggle. I gained about 5 lbs over the holidays. So I think that was pretty good that it wasn't more.

It is still a battle every day with food. I try to get in my veggies and protein and steer clear of the starches. Bread is my weakness. LOL!!

Thank you for all your continued support and encouragment. You guys ROCK!!

Penni - I will be praying for you to be strong - i would be scared knowing how I have overeaten in the past.

Did insurance pay for your first surgery?

I will be thinking about you and hoping that you remain strong.

Well, I wish I had the answer for you. My husband is gonna go on a diet of some kind after the new year begins. I'll let you know what we decide on & if it is working. You can do this! & you know we are all here for you! (((Hugs)))........Jess

Well, Ms Penni, if I had secret, I'd have saved myself a bunch of money. I would hope if I had lost my band, that I would eat more Protein and eat the protein first, which would be a very good idea for me to reprogram myself NOW.

Good Luck Lady!