Hi! I know where you are coming from. Although I have never had a drinking problem, I have been a compulsive overeater for the last 15 or so years with overweight issues since my teens. I was banded in 2005, lost 80 or so pounds, but have put back on 20 pounds over the last 9 months. I feel like I am spiraling out of control with my eating and am so sad about it and feel helpless. I just started therapy last week with nutrional counseling starting next week. I pray and think about my overeating constantly. You may want to consider therapy, prayer if you are so inclined, and there are many comforting books on the topic of compulsive eating. The lapband is great, but it doesn't get to the real issues of why we run to food seeking comfort and a way to avoid life in general. You aren't alone - there are many of us in your same situation. As my therapist said in our first session last week, like Dorothy in Oz, you have the power to help yourself, you just don't know it yet.
