Sistergrl25

Hey Redtulip, I took have been successful with low carbing. But I just wondering, is there anything else you allow yourself to eat besides meats, eggs and veggies. Whats your typical day like as far as meals? Just trying to get some ideas. Thanks!

I'm very excited! I wish it were sooner but it just gives me time to prepare myself (diet and exercise wise). How much are you going to loose???

Anyone from the NJ/NY area?

Thanks! My family is the main reason I held off on getting the band...I really regret having waited. But once they see my success I'll no longer be the biggest family member but they're probably want to follow in my footsteps!

I couldn't agree more lindata!!! That is my exact reply to everyone who against me having the procedure.

You'll do great msjessy!!

Thanks for the words of encouragement! Glad to hear you're doing so well. My family feels I'm throwing in the towel considering I've been able to lose large amounts of weight in the past. But like I keep telling them "I refuse to gain and lose the same 100lbs over and over again." My mom has pretty disowend me but I think she and the rest of the family will come once they see my success. Since this will only push me to work that much harder. My surgery date has been scheduled for 9/17/08 and I just can't wait!

Hi Bandsters! I just joinned today! I've been doing alot of research on the procedure and after struggling with it I decided last month to get the band :Banane37:. This is against the wishes of my mom, best friend and rest of my family. But I know whats best for me. Soooo...I've completed all my tests and evals and am now waiting for insurance approval. Anyone have any exerperience with getting approval from United Healthcare? I didn't go through a six month WL program but had alot of Dr's recommendations and paperwork so I'm hoping for the best since I have a WHOLE lot of weight to loose! P.S. I'm exited to be here!

Good luck with everything! Just got my date today...September 17th!

Thanks! I just regret listening in the first place and having waiting so long. But how did the surgery go? How long are you planning for recovery?

Hi Bandsters! I just joinned today! I've been doing alot of research on the procedure and after struggling with it I decided last month to get the band :crying:. This is against the wishes of my mom, best friend and rest of my family. But I know whats best for me. Soooo...I've completed all my tests and evals and am now waiting for insurance approval. Anyone have any exerperience with getting approval from United Healthcare? I didn't go through a six month WL program but had alot of Dr's recommendations and paperwork so I'm hoping for the best since I have a WHOLE lot of weight to loose! P.S. I'm exited to be here!

I have UH too. Did they require you to complete a 6 month WL program? How long did the approval take?