Not even joking. I tried a search but came up empty. Everything is so specific. I'm hoping someone can help with more general info.

In a nutshell, I was banded in December 2009. Lost my job and insurance, couldn't afford follow ups and never had the band filled. Gained 60+ pounds.

Finally filed and today is last day of "mushies" before getting back to regular food.

My new surgeon told me I should get full pretty quickly but didn't follow up with suggested menus.

I know I should eat protien first, then veggies, starch last, but any ideas, suggested meal plans, etc? How much does it take to get a person full? I know everyone is different.

I recognize I sound like an idiot, but it's been SO LONG and we never went over the basics. Just 'eat slowly, chew a lot, no liquids 60 minutes before or after eating'.

Any help or links to other resources would be helpful.

Also, what do you guys do for "mouth hunger"? I'm full in my stomach, but in my head/mouth, I'm ready to eat a cow. Advice would be great. thanks again.

Not even joking. I tried a search but came up empty. Everything is so specific. I'm hoping someone can help with more general info.

In a nutshell, I was banded in December 2009. Lost my job and insurance, couldn't afford follow ups and never had the band filled. Gained 60+ pounds.

Finally filed and today is last day of "mushies" before getting back to regular food.

My new surgeon told me I should get full pretty quickly but didn't follow up with suggested menus.

I know I should eat protien first, then veggies, starch last, but any ideas, suggested meal plans, etc? How much does it take to get a person full? I know everyone is different.

I recognize I sound like an idiot, but it's been SO LONG and we never went over the basics. Just 'eat slowly, chew a lot, no liquids 60 minutes before or after eating'.

Any help or links to other resources would be helpful.

Also, what do you guys do for "mouth hunger"? I'm full in my stomach, but in my head/mouth, I'm ready to eat a cow. Advice would be great. thanks again.

hi there u by far do not sound like an idiot....i was banded in dec 2010....i was not able to overeat at first and now i feel like i can ot that i am lord knows i am trying not too......i lost 78 lbs i have gained 9 lbs back and i sure dont wanna keep going i went to my dr last week for a fill and come to find out i have a 10cc band but they say i am at my ma at 6.5 i really think i need a fill again.....but they wont do it plus they were rude to me so i am seeking diet info too ....i am trying hard to get my protein in and veggies but somedays i am overloaded on protein and other days i need the powder....its a never ending battle no matter how u look at it...I will be watchig for any posts on diet....i could use some help in that dept.......i am a diabetic and they say u need some carbs but i am trying to not do them i think my insulin is making me gain weight.....well good luck ad if i find anything of help i will be sure you get it.....good luck.....cathy