Keep your chin up. I still think about food often, but not nearly as much as before. I have heard some people always struggle with the mental aspect and some forget to even eat!

Thanks Lady...I know it will get better I will do this! Each day should get easier and easier...i hope

I totally understand- more than you know I understand and more than I wish I did I UNDERSTAND!!! I am to food, what a drug addict is to food and what an alcohol is to an alcoholic. I too have been going to see a counselor. I have used food as a drug of choice, a means of celebration, a way to grieve and a way to express myself, abuse myself and love myself. I have been overweight all my life. At 53 I know to well the hell that comes from obesity from infancy through midlife. I am so thankful for the lap band but it is not the end all, be all and do all. I have suffered from a twisted band because I threw up so much and had to have it redone. I still throw up often, usually from eating too fast, too often and too much. I have managed to lose 60 pounds. I had lost 80 but I have gained 20 back. I am now struggling with blood sugar problems. I have severe weak spells. This fat girl works out hard and often. I spin, do weight lifting, yoga, body pump, use various cardio machines and walk. I think I actually work out too much. I use to work out 4-5 days a week for 90 minutes. Now I am down to 3-4 days a week for 90 minutes. I would love to know if anyone works out a lot and has a problem. I am wondering if I should cut my workouts down, add fluid to my band and try to get the added weight off. I am lost, depressed, and overwhelmed. PLEASE HELP!!!!!

Hi there, I can completely relate to what you said. I don't think you work out to much but your doctor may be able to determine. What kinds of foods do you eat? are you tempted alot? i know I am my husband and son do their best but they shouldn't have to suffer to much because of me even tho they don't mind. So I am tempted for the most part I do really well but every day is a real hard struggle. If your feeling hungry I'd say go in for a fill. I am going on Tuesday for one as I feel like I can eat everything in sight. Not a good feeling. I too have gotten sick alot as well and like you mostly from eating to fast. I had to get all my fluid removed and "start over" because I got food stuck. I can't imagine the pain you must of felt when your band twisted. Sorry to hear that. Hang in there we are here for you! and you can come vent any time you need