Hi all,

After being off track since oct. (vacation and then holidays) I am finally on track and motivated. I haven't eaten perfect over the last couple weeks, but did loose 2.5 pounds. I am so excited to finally see the scale going in the right direction! I have been very consistent with the excersise, sometimes going to the gym twice a day.

I go for my first consultation next week. Your post worries me. How long have you had the band? I havee to yo dieted since I was 18. I have lost and gained 50 lbs at least 3 times.

I am sad to hear after having the band placed I might still be on that emotional roller coaster? I always am referrring to myself as "on" or "off" the bandwagon. I was really hoping this surgery would help with that.

Any other long term banders with any input?

Thanks,

Laura

Hi Laura,

Here's my story. I was banded 11/09. Lost 107 pounds in about 10 months. Howeve the band hasn't been the tool I hoped it would be. Restriction was elusive. I would be very hungry, get a vey small fill and then not be able to even keep shakes down. I was in a good spot for a few weeks here and there. When my band was tighter I wasn't able to eat Pasta, rice or bread. Everything else went down fine and I experienced significant hunger. If I could do it over, I would give the high protien diet a chance, I hadn't dieted in years when I decided on WLS with the encouragement of my mother.

This is just my story. As you have probably read, there are many success stories. It's a big decision, do thourogh research so you can make an informed decision. Good luck!