Astrasmom

I have been over weight for most of my life. I'm also an open heart surgery patient who in 2001 had an Aortic Anuerysm repair and valve replacement. I have to get it done again in another year. My cardiologist kept telling me that if I don't do something to lose weight I have a great chance of dieing on the table. I'm also tired of not being able to walk without having to take a break because I'm out of breath. I'm basically tired of feeling fat.  So on Oct. 23, 2009 I took the plunge and got banded. It was the best thing that I could have ever done. I have already lost more then I did when I was at Weight Watchers. This time I won't gain it back again. I'm enjoying the foods that I eat. What I'm really enjoying is that 4oz fill me up instead of 2 plates like it was before.