Hi,

I have been doing some research about gettinging banded and I am going to attend an information session this week to find out more info.

Can anyone tell me what has been the hardest part so far? My worries are that I am so attached to food, that just not being able to eat alot and not eat certain foods is going to be depressing, but I guess that is what has gotten me to this point and being overweight. I think that I have a good idea of what to expect, but hearing from people who have gone through this themselves is more helpful than reading about it. Also, how much weight should I expect to lose? I know it is not going to be easy, losing weight never is, but I just want to have as much information as possible to make the right decision.

Hi there and congratulations on taking charge of your weight and beginning this journey. I was banded on 4/30/07, so I am fairly new myself. I have not had a fill but the band has already changed my life. To date, I have lost 34 pounds. Some people don't feel any restriction until they begin getting fills, however, I already have some restriction and it is very difficult for me to eat bread (as in eating a sandwich). I have completely changed the way that I eat and I get full quicker. I have also taken on exercise. I think that once you see the numbers on the scales begin to go down, it will give you incentive and you will make it work for you. The biggest thing that you have to remember is that the band is a tool and if you don't use your tool correctly, it will not work for you. Good luck and keep us informed of your progress.

Tina