By: Betsy Banks

Betsy Banks had Realize band surgery in January 2010 and is working to add a few more pounds to her almost 100-pound loss.  With a BSN from Rush University in Chicago, she began her career as an RN, and has worked as a science and health writer since the birth of her oldest child 22 years ago.  She is currently working toward certification in nutrition and wellness counseling.

Betsy feels strongly about getting the best bang for the nutritional buck, without sacrificing good taste and quality.  She looks forward to sharing her enthusiasm for healthy recipes with the community at Banded Living.