I was banded may 1 of this year...im only down 10 pounds...ive gotten 7 fills and one unfill..i was so tight i couldnt even drink water....since that unfill last month ...she only took out about a half a cc....i have eaten non stop...i eat until im miserable!! I dont think i need a fill, i just need to get my.cravings.under control....also i have a friend whose band..after 2 yrs..has eroded and she became very very sick and is having it removed tomorrow....i dont want that to happen to me. I read that over eating with the band can cause that. Please give me some advice on how to eat...it's like ive lost all focus ...thank you all so much!

I think it would be best to go back and visit with your nutritionist to get a refresher course on the appropriate way to eat.

1. No drinking 30 minutes before, during, or after meals

2. No more than 1 cup of food at a meal

3. Protein first, fruits and veggies second, carbs last

4. Make sure to get enough protein per day- body weight x 0.3=grams needed per day

5. Be mindful when you eat and ONLY eat until you are satisfied, not full.

6. Do not eat when you're not hungry

7. Eat filling foods- whole grains, meats, etc and not processed crap

8. Don't eat liquid calories, including sodas or coffee creations. The band is only meant to work with solids.

9. Make sure to exercise some every day. Include weight training a couple times a week because this will help with your long term maintenance.

10. Buy a food scale and join a site like my fitness pal, lose it, or sparkpeople so you can log food and stay accountable.

I would suggest you get some counseling as well. If you are eating until you are miserable, chances are you are not going to follow the "rules" intended for the band until that is under control. It sounds like you may have some emotional challenges that could benefit from getting some counseling. You owe it to you and your band to be successful.

Thank you for your responses....they are both extremely helpful....i really appreciate the advice and intend to follow it!! Xoxo