Lap Band surgery

[hill112200 5]

I had my lap band surgery August 15th 2014. So far I have lost 33lbs and feeling much better about myself. I started my journey at 257lbs I am currently 224lbs. I made my decision for health reasons, myself esteem and I needed to get back into my uniform (lol). Fortunately my health has improved, I am feeling much better about myself and I didn't have to get bigger uniforms. I did gain about 2lbs over the Thanksgiving holiday, but I have picked myself up and have moved on. I know having lap band surgery has been one if the best decisions I have made.

[Julie norton 2,850]

Happy for you! 2015 will be great and you will be healthy... Besides vanity ... Your health is truly the reason to change your life. Keep posting.

[labwalker 1,177]

Keep it up.... there are a lot band haters on this forum, don't let them discourage you! The band has worked for me, and many others! I managed to put on few pounds in the past month (my fault!!) but I will get back on track!

[hill112200 5]

Thanks

[Sharpie 3,306]

The lapband saved my life. I had diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and was barely mobile. I have lots of energy and feel better than I have in many years. I have had zero problems and as long as I do my part the band does it's part. I did not gain during Thanksgiving and I even ate a little pumpkin pie. I am thankful every day that I have the band.

[hill112200 5]

Sharpie that is awesome. Since the lap band surgery I no longer have to take blood pressure medication anymore, but due to my heart attack unable to stop the cholesterol medication. I to am thankful for my band. Everything has been great, except I have problems go to the bathroom. Has anyone else experience the same?

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi Hill, I was a volume eater -- great big salads, lots of veggies, etc. And my digestion really changed post-surgery. Took me a little while to get into the right mode for me. I have chia seeds in my yogurt and sometimes chew up a few prunes. Other people use a Fiber like Benefiber, etc. Different things work for different people so you have to find what's good for your body. I also drink aloe 1/2 cup in a 32 ounce glass jar of Water with a splash of unsweetened cranberry. It's my comfort drink and I have a couples of bottles a day -- the aloe is probably helping a lot. Good luck -- you'll figure this out. Digestion is so important.......

[hill112200 5]

Thanks Bandista I will try some of your suggestions and pray it will work.

[susancae 36]

Thats so great! My surgery is tuesday ((: I am so ready for this life changing event!

[hill112200 5]

CONGRATULATIONS! !!!!

Good luck and it is a life changing event, but it was one of the best decisions I have made. Not only have a 34lbs have disappeared so have the inches.