I can truly say If I can do it anybody can. For those of you who don't know my story.....

I was banded 3/04, yep, 4 years ago. I went for 1 fill didn't get restriction, somehow thought, once again something that just didn't work for me. I got caught up in life, went back to school, moved to NC, etc...4 years had gone by and I was heavier and now on HBP & high Cholesterol meds.

I decided to find a fill doctor and get my life back. It hasn't been easy(grandma used to say nothing worth having is), but it has definitely been worth it. For me fills have been the key (without restriction, what's the point of having the band?), along with exercise. While I am not the gym rat that I probably should be, I've found that simply including at least 30-45 minutes a day of walking, stationary biking or exercise videos not only make me feel better, but helps the weight come off.

food no longer controls my life and THAT feels so good. To any and everybody that reads this, know YOU CAN DO IT!!

That's fantastic, Blessed1! I think it must be harder to get back into it, after the initial enthusiasm wears off. You proven it's possible. Best of luck to your continued success!!!

Congratulations!!! It is always good to know that your band is waiting for you to make use of it whenever you are ready. Restriction makes all the difference in the world.