Just a quick note on lapband surgery - I know one lady who had the gastric banding, and discovered she could still eat the same amount of food (or more) than she ate beforehand if she made it quite liquidy - eg. pasta with lots of creamy sauce, soups etc. She is still struggling with her weight, and the lapband didn't work so well for her. I know another lady who had the lapband about five years ago, and she lost too much weight. She had a great deal of trouble with swallowing and blockages, and this reduced her food intake dramatically. She has recently had the surgery reversed, and is feeling much better. On the other hand, I have spoken to others who found lapbanding a great temporary measure, and have lost weight, and reduced their food intake sensibly.

It's so good that you are all researching and sharing info, because this is a really difficult decision to make. Good luck in making the choice that works for you xxx