Hi all. Just to introduce myself. I'm 47, married 27 yrs and have always been overweight. I have lost 70 lbs in the past through LA weightloss. But unfortunately didn't keep it off. :sad_smile:Quit smoking over 1 yr ago and boy did the weight come back, like overnight. I've been here before seeking information in my decision to get the lapband. I've decided this is the way for me to go as bypass is just too drastic for me. Now my problem.. I need to lose 13 lbs before insurance will consider the procedure. I am a nurse working 12 hr shifts, have severe plantar fasciitis & trouble with my knees. This all makes it very difficult to exercise. Not to mention going thru the change which has put my metabolism in the basement. I've been watching my diet but the scales are going no where. Most I've been able to get off is 10 lbs but then regain 3-7lbs. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks from desperate one lol