Hi!

I am seriously thinking of getting the lap band surgery. How fast have all of you lost weight? How do you feel? Would you do it again?

Just looking for some answers from real folks and not docs......Thanks!

Jerri

cranzoe,

The lapband is not meant for fast weight loss. If you're considering the band then you may want to start thinking in terms of a year or two to reach your goal, maybe longer. This is the healthier way to lose rather than very quickly as with a bypass or something.

I feel great and yes I would do it again. My only regret is that I didn't know about it sooner!

So yes, the band works. But, the band won't stop head hunger and it will still allow junk food to pass through. So, unfortunately I'd say there is a lot of self-control involved with being successful with the band. The good news is most people start to crave junk and sweets less and less as they get used to eating properly.

I don't know what else to tell you except to shop around this site and read other people's stories. You'll see that there are lots of people who are losing incredible amounts of weight with their bands. Good luck with your decision.