Why can't us that are banded drink right after we eat??

I think it's because the liquid will push the food through and you want it to stay there for a while for it to digest slowly and so your brain can better tell that you're full and will stay fuller longer.

Because it washes everything right through the band, making it not only possible to eat too much but not allowing the band to trigger the full signal in your stomach.

No question is stupid! Knowledge is power!

The reason for the band is to create restriction for the food intake. Since we are supposed to have 1/2 -1 cup at a meal. Protein first, veggies 2nd and carbs 3rd. The drink would Water down the food and it will pass right throu the openning. Usually, when there is enough restriction a person could eat about 2 bites or teaspoons of food and be full. (that is me) The food slowly disolves and goes throu the little opening. Then it goes into the real stomach. When the food is eaten, it is VERY IMPORTANT to chew your food. Like pulverize it. No question is stupid. I do recomend you going on Lapband.com.

You might want to buy a book or borrow one from the library. I am sure the Dr has a little talk about lapband. YOU will not be going into this blind..I am sure. Best of luck.

no soda no soda no soda. NO white flour foods either.

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That was very helpful! Thx! I have so much to learn!

Oh, I saw this months ago he did a very good job explaning why its important not to drink when you have just eaten your food.

There are no stupid questions. You need to allow your food to lie there awhile to keep you full. You should wait 30-40 minutes before drinking.