Just after surgery and for the first 2 weeks I was following the diet perfectly without any hunger or cravings. I can't say that I've cheated. I mean, no carbs (outside of veggies) or sugar of any kind. But I'm fitting a good cup and 1/2 of food even when chewing slowly, taking so much time, etc...just to get that "no hunger" feeling. I'm assuming my first fill will change things for the better, but what can I do in the meantime? I have continued to lose, but now very, very slowly over the past 2 weeks. I feel the hunger especially now that I am exercising.

Any suggestions?

other then be patient, there is not much you can do other then what you are doing at this stage. This is a process, not a quick fix. We all went into this knowing the basics of how the process works. I lost almost 40 lbs the first 6 weeks, then gained a few. I've had 2 fills for a total of 5.6 in my 10. band and only have minimum restriction. I'll continue to do the best I can knowing that restriction will come eventually. I was banded 12-21-09.

I am 6 weeks out and at 3 to 4 weeks I was having a problem with head Hunger. I ate cause I wanted to not that I was hungery. So I changed my diet to this. Protein shake @ 6 a.m ( I am a early bird) Walked 2 miles and then ate Egg beaters with cheese @ 9. Lunch was a South Beach Meal Protein Bar. Snack at 4- Cheese Stick. Dinner is a meat and one veggie. And on the days I could drink my 64 oz of water, I am not hungery. I lost 7 lbs in 2 weeks. I feel great and tomorrow go back to Doctor for my first appointment. I am not looking for a fill. This doctor will not, if you are losing. Hang in there, it will happen. I still have no restriction, but I am still losing weight.