I am 11 days post op & feel great! I was on clear liquids for 7 days & now have moved onto yogurt & protien shakes. I am not hungry for food yet but am really struggling with not eating the things that sound SOOOO good to me. I admit I have cheated twice...mainly so my friends would not know I had surgery or could not eat. I ate soup both times & didn't really feel good about it after. Has anyone else cheated when they were restricted? If so, how did it effect your weight loss or did it hurt your band? Thanks everyone!!!

It mainly depends on the diet that your doctor put you on. I was on clear for one day, full liquids for 7, mushies for 7 then regular. So, 7 days out for me wasn't a big deal with soups because I was already on pureed/mushy foods. The best thing to do is stick to what your doctor suggested. As far as eating around friends etc. I didn't keep my surgery a secret so keeping up with status quo wasn't an issue for me. Everyone's feelings on that one is different. Chances are you didn't hurt your band, however your doctor did subscribe a specific diet for you for healing and that's what the first weeks are for. Congrats on your band and much luck to you Way to go on the weight loss!!