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[tinaf 0]

Thanks for the tips....I bought my gas x strips the other day...I am ready!!!Good luck..keep us informed on your progress!

Hahahahahahahaha better buy stock in those puppies!!! I carry them in my purse- it's werid for me but I feel like I get gassy when my stomach is empty.... (and that seems to happen alot)

[tinaf 0]

Everyone here is giving great advice... here is my 2 cents....

The good: You have made a decision to make yourself healthy, the side effects of increased self esteem, increased mobility and DECREASED clothing sizes are meerly perks.

The bad: The band is a tool not a magic wand (my mantra). You have to let it work for you and you have to work with it by focusing on what you are putting in your mouth. Weight loss is not immediate and you will find yourself at times doubting your success--STICK WITH IT.

The ugly: Although I have not had it happen, but I would say PB's and sliming... can't get much uglier than that.

Further advice:

Stock up on things like liquid Tylenol, Gas-X strips and stool softner.

No Sugar Added Carnation Instant Breakfast and Skim milk will become your best friend (at least in the beginning)

Begin shopping the perimiter of the grocery store... skim milk, eggs, low-fat cheese and veggies, etc. (I do this first and then go back for whatever else I need)

and finally...

STAY CONNECTED TO THIS BOARD.... the advice and stories will keep you motivated...

GOOD LUCK!