I just got the brochure for the lap band yesterday.I'm reading it and it seems like you really have to watch what you eat closely.Are you allowed to have diet soda witht this band?I love steak what do you guys do about that?what about popcorn once in a while for a snack?Ever since I got the brochure I am more and more confused on whether to have this surgery done or not.I've read a lot on this site and everyone talks about food getting stuck,that scares me.I'm planning to go to a seminar 9/10 i'm hoping that helps.I understand I have to Change my eating habits but this seems so drastic especially if you want a treat onc in a while.

You are reading correctly. You will have to be committed to making some really drastic diet changes with a band. I am scheduled for surgery Oct. 1 and am mentally preparing myself for the changes. Treats will have to be limited for sure, but hey, treats are one of the things that got me over 250 pounds. Diet soda will have to be replaced with Crystal light or some other non-carbonated beverage. The hardest thing for me is my daily glass of wine is gone now and will be replaced by a rare rum and juice. This is a sacrifice, but I realize I need drastic changes for my health. Look around, you will not see very many really old fat people. This may not be the ideal choice for you, everyone is different and their needs are different. My most pressing need is to get this weight off once and for all and I have not been able to do that before and keep it off. best of luck no matter what you decide. Mary