jbflorida

So--knowing what you know now, what would you tell someone considering this surgery? (I hope you feel better soon....)

I am so proud of all of you that are working this thing!! I want to be a member in the Band, one day. I am doing my research now. I am 56 and live between Tampa and Sarasota--any banding neighbors out there? doctors to recommend? or avoid? I feel that eating, food, dieting, more food, feelings about food, etc. etc. have dominated my life for too long. I want to become a person that uses just what I need for nutrition. Can that happen? Or do you obsess still about what you can and cannot eat? Looking forward to hearing from you!

Can you give me examples of dense proteins, please?

Michelle88--I have the same question! I can lose the weight--I've done it before--a few times--and with strong motivation and great intentions! I have even given away my fat clothes--that's how confident I was. My friend tells me that this is different because even if I WANT to eat a lot--I CAN'T--I will get sick! Most of my eating is emotional (anyone have THAT concern??--haha) How will the band help that? I don't mean to play devil's advocate. I am reading so many wonderful stories and I am soooo proud of all of you! I want to be proud of me.....:confused:

Such an informative post! I am concerned about the "compliments" after weight loss--I want to say, "I've ALWAYS been beautiful!" (haha--but it hurts that I am not accepted just the way I am). AND--what is pb'ing?

I am just getting started in my Quest to be a member of "The Band." I appreciate everyone's knowledge and encouragement as I read the board. I need your help. My insurance company has said No. My questions are: 1-Did you feel comfortable/safe/understood if you went to Mexico with Dr. Ortiz? 2-What happened if you went home and there was a complication or question--I'd be 3000 miles away from the doctor! 3-What do you do for aftercare (fills, etc.) in the US? Thanks--:thumbup: