Hi everyone!

I have not posted on this site before but just wanted to introduce myself. I live in Christchurch, New Zealand and was banded on 29th March 2012. In 9 months I have lost 36 kgs or 5.5 stone or 79.6 pounds(whichever system you use)!!! My live has changed for the better. I used to take Metformin for insulin resistance and stopped these completely just before my op. I no longer require them at all as I now have a normal blood sugar/insulin ratio so am no longer classed as "pre-diabetic". I have loads more energy, walk, cycle, swim regularly because I now enjoy it as it's less of an effort!!! I no longer crave chocolate/sugary foods but when I feel hungry I naturally zone in on protein to satisfy me.

I continue on this amazing journey and aim reduce my weight further in a safe and healthy way.

I would be very happy to advise/answer any questions anyone may have about my weight loss journey. Good luck to everyone! Annemarie

Thanks Annemarie for this post! I needed to hear it!

I am being banded on January 3rd and of course I am questioning whether or not I've done the right thing. I am committed but am worried because it is such a life altering procedure. I am tired of the up and down in weight loss only to gain it all back again. I believe this is going to be the tool that I need in order to change my life for the better.

Congrats to you and continued success on this incredible journey!

Lynn

Welcome Annemarie.... You have done a marvelous job. Congratulations!!! Welcome to the forum.

Congratulations and welcome to the forum!

I agree, getting the band is the best decision I've ever made too.

me too never thought I could feel normal around food I am physical and mental full after a meal I don't think of food between meals,I feel it the band just repaired a defalt in this area and now its fountioning perfectly its all so new and it great...6 wk after you surgery and you are healed and rested you will be so glad you did this.

It is amazing how your relationship with food changes post-op. I used to obsess about my next meal, but I rarely think about it anymore. I'm still learning everyday, but I am also very glad that I finally did this!

Hi everyone!

I have not posted on this site before but just wanted to introduce myself. I live in Christchurch' date=' New Zealand and was banded on 29th March 2012. In 9 months I have lost 36 kgs or 5.5 stone or 79.6 pounds(whichever system you use)!!! My live has changed for the better. I used to take Metformin for insulin resistance and stopped these completely just before my op. I no longer require them at all as I now have a normal blood sugar/insulin ratio so am no longer classed as "pre-diabetic". I have loads more energy, walk, cycle, swim regularly because I now enjoy it as it's less of an effort!!! I no longer crave chocolate/sugary foods but when I feel hungry I naturally zone in on Protein to satisfy me.

I continue on this amazing journey and aim reduce my weight further in a safe and healthy way.

I would be very happy to advise/answer any questions anyone may have about my weight loss journey. Good luck to everyone! Annemarie[/quote']

It is an amazing story. I'm glad you shared it. I love the forums too. I am going in February 1st. I was having anxiety over the surgery but reading these boards I no longer do.

Congrats!

Pam