F Mike

I am two months removed from surgery and still no fill. My doctor said that 40 pounds loss is great with little restriction. He said as long as I continue to lose 2 to 3 pounds a week, there is no need for a fill? Does that sound right?

Thanks everyone!

Jump on the scale this morning and it read 298, I jump for joy. I was banded June 25th 2012 and weighed 336 the day of the surgery. Never thought I would see the 200's again. God is good!

When I drink water it gives me cramps and gas. I have to mix crystal light with it to drink it, then no problems. Anybody else experience problems with water?

Is a salad considered a soft food?

Thank you so much Sojourner! This helps a lot.

What about salads?

What type of foods are considered soft foods?

I had sugar free popsicles and Orange sherbert which save my life. I bought some crab soup and just drank the broth.

Is tuna and canned chicken okay during the mushies stage with ritz crackers if I chew well?

I was wondering if it would hurt me if I had a little sip. Using water or juice instead of soda.

What is the earliest anyone had a sip of alcohol? Not a lot, I know all about the calories. Going on a cruise in three weeks, just curious.

Little confused. Is getting stuck like choking and can't breathe or like a chest pain?

Moving from liquid to the soft food stage. Any ideas on what to eat? Kind of confused on what is considered soft foods.

Thanks, I think I will try some potatoes tonight.