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I use stevia with very good success. No spike in insulin. It was recommended by doc.

We know what you meant to say!

I don't post for points or reputation. Impost because I want to participate. I like because I agree with a post. Count or no would not affect my behavior on the site. Are you in competition with someone? You post all over... Or are you like me just trying to contribute to others?

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Happy day AJ! You worked hard, now go strut your stuff! Congratulations!!!

I know that I could not have reached my current weight and maintained. But you will have to do what is right for you. No one else can make that decision for you.

Nervous and excited.... perfectly normal. I wish the best! Come back and let us know how you make out post surgery.

a book you reviewed on Amazon and then deleted the review. Cheryl is well and truly unhappy! She is convinced it was you.

I think I know the poster Ms Maui, and if you actually panned her book on Amazon that is why she is angry. LBT should not carry over to other venues

Boring me... no tats at all!

Spanx, Underarmour. any tight fitting clothes Show cares if we bounce a little?

I think it could be hunger if it TOM. Eat a SF pudding cup or drink sf hot chocolate. The brain needs something to do to take you mind off to other things. I really doubt the band has slipped, but if you are concerned, call your doctor. They are there 24x7.

Congratulations! Now the rest is up to you and how you help your band!

Just follow the pre-op and leave the rest to your surgeon.

Yep, no problem, but not well done and a very tender cut. No Flank steak!

I agree with Maddysgram... I can handle just about anything. If the font is too small for my bifocals... well, I just don't respond. Or maybe that's what they wanted? Anyhow. To each his own.

I feel no need to sell the band to anyone but myself. For me, it was the right decision. I wanted a new lifestyle and a tool to help keep me on track. That's that the band is to me. What it does for anyone else is up to them.

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Keep up the routine. The weight loss will come!

Only one that all of us have now! Gas-X and beano are your friends!

All of this lasts a short time in the greater scheme of things. Hang in there... the end results are worth it!

I usually take about 15 minutes, but I go slow intentionally to keep from rushing the rest of my meals. I use the slow speed for liquid or solid.

Especially for your height, I am sure you qualify for surgery. But, please, be sure that you do what is right for you. Your friends don't live in your body, you do, and only you know how that feels. I don't think any reputable surgeon would operate on you just to make money. It is pretty normal to be having pre-surgery jitters, and yes a see a lot of women on the forum in your height range getting surgery at your weight. Keep in mind, my ticker says 256, but I am 5'9" tall. Take a 9 inch slice through the middle of your body and guess what it might weigh. That is why surgery is based on BMI. Your starting point is about where I was there. In short... it is your life and you have to do what is right for you. Your friends and family may be concerned about you. Take them to a seminar or pre-surgery meeting to learn the facts about the band. Many do not truly understand it.