I have no restriction. 5 weeks post op. lost 18 pounds and 9 inches so far. The scale hasn't moved in the past 2 weeks. Very frustrated. Had no fills yet. Ate like a pig today but have been following the diet for the most part.

First, you must realize that restriction in the band usually doesn't come until after multiple fills. It takes time.

As far as "eating like a pig", that is up to you to control, not the band. The band isn't supposed to physically stop you from eating anything. It's your responsibility to control your portions and always will be.

Stick to band sized portions (a cup or less of food per meal), follow your post op diet, and be patient.

Best wishes.

"Bandster Hell"

Heather, your post is a very common post mainly because almost every one of us has had the same experience 6 weeks or more into this journey. Seems like most all had selective hearing when we went through the seminars, research and nutrition meetings? I know I did. I really thought I'd immediatly start losing weight and feel satisfied with a small meal. HA! Not a chance. Some are lucky and it does work that way but for most, not!

You'll be in "bandster hell" until you get the fill that gives you enough restriction for the band to work it's magic. That may be 1 fill or 6. No one knows. Till then, like our esteemed forum member B-52 says, "

"Until there's restriction...It's just another diet".

Good luck!

tmf

i was banded on oct 5 and have not had a fill yet. i find that i have restriction all the time,except at dinner time....thats when i really have to watch myself!