Dr McEwen reiterated– Patients must make the correct food choices. The Adjustable Gastric Band will not help if high calorie- low nutritional food choices are made. The excuse “ I can only drink or eat ice cream.” Is just that…an excuse. There are many healthy options of the same consistency, such as Atkins Shakes, Milk with Protein Added, Yogurt, and Slim Fast Optima.
Each person’s goals differ; therefore, the weight loss can vacillate depending on level of commitment and accountability.
The journey is what you make of it. The choices are yours. Our program is here to help you optimize your weight loss and keep the weight off.