baparrett70 4 Posted February 8, 2013 I thought I was reading one of my post or that your were in my head writing what I'm feeling. I will be banded next month for a year and have only lost 20 lbs. It is very discouraging. Especially after you make a life changing decision and still nothing helps. Everyone on this forum has great advice. I was feeling completely devastated and discouraged yesterday that I too wanted to give up. Then I started reason the posts. It's given my the push that I need. I've seen alot of posts about the 5 day pouch test. Very similar to what you would do after being banded. I'm going to start that today. Hopefully it will take me back to the start/push that I need. GOOD LUCK AND STAY STRONG!!!! With the help of everyone we can do this!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites