I really haven't started a weight loss program yet. I just picked WW because it seems to be the most sensible. I had a lap band implanted in 2003. It helped me lose 40 lbs very quickly, as I was on liquids for 6 weeks. Once I could eat solid food, some of my old habits returned. The band is ok for portion control, but I regret getting it. It hurts occasionally and the port is very uncomfortable. I turned 51 last week and I hate weighing 230 lbs.