Hi! I am three years banded and no where near my goal. I needed to lose about 100 pounds when I was pounded. I slowly lost 50 and recently gained 15. I attribute my slow weight loss to hypothyroidism, menopause, lack of exercise, unhealthy choices and emotional eatting issues that I have not overcome. This past fall, I decided to join Nutrisystem, thinking it would give me a push. Somehow the opposite happened and I gained weight. So, I am trying to get back on track. I've set up an appointment to be evaluated by my surgeon just to make sure that everything is ok. I am frankly a little embarassed to see him since I am not an overwhelming success. I joined a gym and have been going to waer aerobics 2-3 times a week. Now I am refreshing my memory about what we are supposed to eat. I would love a mentor to advise and support me. I really want this year to be the year I lose the weight!

Hi,

OK, I'm a man. I was born that way. But I still think I may be able to help you in some way.:thumbup:

Check out my website/blog/images in my signature and if you feel I can be of use to you then email me.

For a start, I don't buy diet foods or special diets. I just eat less than I used to. A lot less. Call it portion control. I needed to lose a lot of weight to regain my identity, confidence and self worth. I was in a dreadful state. Now, after the band and work from me, I'm fine, a different person and I know you can be too.

So, I'm here if you want to talk. Go on, write the email.