I'm Scared After Attending Pre-Op Support Group

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The reason I say its not a fix, is that it is possible to cheat and eat around it. If all we ate was ice cream, chochlate, and milk shakes nothing would change. We have to make a concious effort to change. The band helps us with that change.

Exactly. It will only work if we're committed to making it work and making the necessary lifestyle changes.

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Thank you all so much for replying!!! I valued every response I received, there was so much useful information in those replies!!! I am set on getting the lap band and in my heart I know that it is the best option for me. I am not scared to exercise or work for my weight loss. Part of the reason I chose the lap band is because my mind needs to be reset. I need to learn how to eat healthy for life. I don't want a quick fix, that has been my problem in the past. All of those fad diets are developed to help you lose weight fast so that you see that it's working quickly. Well, I need something that is gonna work for the rest of my life. And all of you are right in saying the lap band is a tool. It isn't going to do it for me, it will just help me. As for the support group I went to, I plan on going back. I want to show the ones that were negative that the lap band is a useful tool and when used right the weight loss can be amazing. I would also like to say that from this point on this website will be my lifeline for the rest of my journey.

Thank you all so very much. I look forward to joining you on this life changing journey.