christin

I am a 49 yrold woman with Type 2 Diabetes, over past 9 yrs of being dx  my weight kept going up.  I tried all types diets, (JC, wt watchers, nut/system, none worked, I would loose only 10-15 lbs and then gain all and more back.  I finally decided to look into lap band.  I went for consult and was quite surprise that I would only qualify since I had diabetes,  being almost 250 lbs at my highest and 5'7"  my health was the deciding factor.  I attended many classes required by Dr. Laports office.  Diet, Psyc, Support group, MD one on one and meeting with my preop coord.  I  was asked to  take nutrient supplement one - two wks prior to surgery.  I started on cutting my caloric intake,  I drank protein drinks for breakfast and lunch and ate  lean cuisine for lunch and dinner .  I was amazed  I lost over 10 lbs prior to surgery.  Dr. Ali was pleasantly surprised.  It's been 8 days and I am now down another 6 lbs.  Almost a pound a day,  first few days I didn't weigh,  I was full of fluid and swelling, and of course lots of gas.  This week has been a new start.  I am glad to  have another week off work.  I am looking forward to taking part in the forums and questions.