I had my lap band surgery August 15th 2014. So far I have lost 33lbs and feeling much better about myself. I started my journey at 257lbs I am currently 224lbs. I made my decision for health reasons, myself esteem and I needed to get back into my uniform (lol). Fortunately my health has improved, I am feeling much better about myself and I didn't have to get bigger uniforms. I did gain about 2lbs over the Thanksgiving holiday, but I have picked myself up and have moved on. I know having lap band surgery has been one if the best decisions I have made.

Happy for you! 2015 will be great and you will be healthy... Besides vanity ... Your health is truly the reason to change your life. Keep posting.

Keep it up.... there are a lot band haters on this forum, don't let them discourage you! The band has worked for me, and many others! I managed to put on few pounds in the past month (my fault!!) but I will get back on track!

Thanks

The lapband saved my life. I had diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and was barely mobile. I have lots of energy and feel better than I have in many years. I have had zero problems and as long as I do my part the band does it's part. I did not gain during Thanksgiving and I even ate a little pumpkin pie. I am thankful every day that I have the band.

Sharpie that is awesome. Since the lap band surgery I no longer have to take blood pressure medication anymore, but due to my heart attack unable to stop the cholesterol medication. I to am thankful for my band. Everything has been great, except I have problems go to the bathroom. Has anyone else experience the same?

Hi Hill, I was a volume eater -- great big salads, lots of veggies, etc. And my digestion really changed post-surgery. Took me a little while to get into the right mode for me. I have chia seeds in my yogurt and sometimes chew up a few prunes. Other people use a fiber like Benefiber, etc. Different things work for different people so you have to find what's good for your body. I also drink aloe 1/2 cup in a 32 ounce glass jar of water with a splash of unsweetened cranberry. It's my comfort drink and I have a couples of bottles a day -- the aloe is probably helping a lot. Good luck -- you'll figure this out. Digestion is so important.......

Thanks Bandista I will try some of your suggestions and pray it will work.

Thats so great! My surgery is tuesday ((: I am so ready for this life changing event!

CONGRATULATIONS! !!!!

Good luck and it is a life changing event, but it was one of the best decisions I have made. Not only have a 34lbs have disappeared so have the inches.