Well, I guess I should start off by saying my name is Brian. I am new to the site and pretty much have been reading it everyday for the last 2 weeks or so. I am being Banded on October 10th and am pretty nervus about it. Never had a surgrey before or even been put under. I guess thats normal?

I was always an athlete and in amazing shape. I fell victum to a nasty meth and heroin addiction at the age of 15. It lasted about 3.5 years and ended when I had a heartattack and almost died in my Fathers arms. I have since been 4 years sober off drugs , alcohol and ciggrettes. When I was in my rehabilitation stage I turned to eating. I gained about 155 pounds since the date of my heartattack/quitting drugs and just havent been able to work the weight off on my own. I love eating. Its the only form of entertainment that I have and the only problem I have in weight loss. My work ethic in the Gym is still tip top and I dont eat the Chocolate, Cake, Icecream, Potatoes and stuff like that. But when I do sit down and eat I eat tons of Chicken and tons of Salad and I can pack away alot of food. So I think I have a few things working in my advantage and am eager to start this journey. I dont really know what to expect. I guess the only thing that I am expecting is that when I eat I get full. I know that the Band isnt going to melt the fat off my body and that I need to work with it. Just as long as it helps me get that full feeling I think I am going to be okay.

Well thats my story! Hopefully it wasnt to long and boring. Im looking forward to using this fourm as a support system and looking to learn alot from everyone. Thank you!

Brian

Brian, Welcome to the group. Congrats on your banding date. This site is awesome to read and find many answers to your questions.....Dave