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11 months ago I had lap band surgery. I've lost 40 pounds since then, I have no regrets about the surgery but know that I haven't used the band as the tool its suppose to be. So today I'm starting fresh, with the goal of being on track for my next appt with surgeon in November. I am a food addict and its a daily struggle, I've sought professional help and am feeling strong. On the food and nutrition page I plan on logging my daily food intake. Anyone in the same boat or words of wisdom most appreciated!

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Congratulations on a fresh start. I am pre-band so don't have any words of wisdom, but as for being in the same boat -- here we all are. Sorting out the head hunger is key as of course it's possible to override the band. I am working on identifying my triggers. Conference calls, for example, send me right to the refrigerator five minutes ahead of time to somehow "prep" myself for something I don't want to do. Then there's boredom, of course, and reward. I know I need to give up these behaviors and I know I have to want to be thinner and healthy more than I want whatever it is I think I'm craving. I want to get to the place where I can trust my body, where I'm in sync. And craving exercise instead of a nibble of something yummy. I sought professional help as well, and I think it's been good for me to talk all of this over with some one. And tracking, that is key. Good for you! Keep us posted -- I will go friend you so your stuff comes up on my notifications. Best wishes for this new phase!

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