Bandster Hell? Is That You?

[BandMeSway 3]

I'm officially 6 weeks post-op and I have NO RESTRICTION!!..I mean if I eat too fast I get a stuck feeling but other than that everything goes down!...not to mention I shouldn't even be on full solids...but I guess a part of me is taking advantage...and that's what scares me.

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

That's normal. I'm guessing you have no fills or maybe one at the most. It usually takes multiple fills before you have good restriction. In the meantime, it's best to stick to a cup or less of food and try to make good food choices despite the lack of restriction.

Btw, good restriction doesn't mean certain foods won't go down anymore. The band is supposed to make you feel satisfied with less food for longer periods of time, not restrict the type of food you eat. The choice what to eat, or not eat, will always fall on you.

Best wishes

[2muchfun 8,927]

I was on solids about 4 weeks out so I don't see any harm unless your devouring prime rib or some other big red meat item?

Yeah, bandster hell sucks. You'll be hungry for some time till you get that one fill that helps you feel satiated.

Like forum member B-52 says...."Until there's restriction...It's just another diet"

tmf

[BandMeSway 3]

Thanks to the both of you...really helped me out to know it's all normal!

[fericito 138]

Just wanted you to know you're not alone. Sheer willpower for me at this point. Only allowing myself that one cup but I'm hungry a lot. I know it's going to get better though so hang in there!! Green zone is on it's way.