Had my band placed on 7/16. Things went well. I am on clear liquids until Sunday. I am doing OK on that but was a little nausiated this afternoon. Just gonna chill tonight. ... Tom from Ohio

With RYN the majority of people do not dump. Most times it is mybe one or two things that make people dump. Personally heavy creams, not coffee creams but like rich icecream can make me dump if i have to much. Pork makes me slightly sick to my stomach but I don't dump. It can be any kind of food. Alot of times it goes away months out so don't believe you will never eat sweets or fats again....Not true hence alot of people gain back cause of it. I am chewing on a coffee toffee right now. Alot of wish further out that we did dump on these things so we can't eat them and lose faster or keep from gaining weight back LOL! True.

Hi Heather, I am 4 months out from my Lap Band surgery. I am very happy with my choice. I would prefer a slice of cake for dinner than meat and potatoes, so I understand your sweet tooth. I think your decision needs to be based on your weight , where you want to go and the understanding that if you go for RNY you will never be able to take a nibble of a sweet again without getting ill. I have lost over 53lbs to date and I have about another 50 to go or so. My good friend had RNY here in the office in Jan. and she has lost over 76lbs. We do alot of the similar things, and at first I was kinda jelouse of the rate of her loss. But I think she is a bit green herself because she can not take just a bite of something during a celebration without getting ill. Both of us if asked would not change a thing. So back to your question of which surgery is best for you. Do your research, talk to people, maybe attend a support group for Lap and one for RNY to get a good mix. Then talk to your Dr. and make your decision on what will be the right fit for you. Than enjoy the journey and never look back. Best of Luck to you. Ritaf

You will be literally be a Cheap Drunk . It won't take about a half of a drink and you will get a buzz very fast. Not gradual. Don't drink before meals cause for me it knocks out any want of food. Watch creme drinks they can make you sick. Wine burned at first. You have to be careful though and make sure you aren't driving.

Hi, my surgery is 7/29 also! i too am currently doing the liquid diet, i am on day 3 and have lost 7 lbs. We will get there. one good thing about the liquid diet, it has taken my focus away from being worried about the surgery, all i can think about is FOOD!