I know that many people talk about being frustrated after banding and before restriction because they are hungry but can't eat. I would like to know if anyone else has just not been hungry after their surgery. I am on day 8 and need to force myself my to "drink" enough calories to keep my metabolism boosted. As of 3:31 pm I have had 1 boost and am looking at a cup of creamed Soup (blended to death) which I know I should eat because it is good for me. The soup is actually quite tasty so it's not that I don't like the taste.

I am praying that the non hunger stays 'cause I like it but am wondering how many other people experienced this and if they did - how long did it last?

I've been banded almost 9 months and I still don't get that hungry. Today I am a bit hungry though. I had a protein shake for breakfast, a non fat triple latte from Starbucks, a cheese stick and a yogurt. I'm going to go reach for some almonds in a few minutes. I try and stick to 1k calories a day or there abouts. If you start feeling more hunger you can always get a fill. That really can help. Good luck.

Thanks, It is good to here that the wonderful freedom from hunger can last!

Boy o boy do i want the "not hungry"!!!! Please mail some to me!!!

i can always eat and seem to be hungry a lot.....then when i eat it is too much. Must need another fill?

cal

There is a point where you begin to wonder if eating is ever going to be necessary!!!!

Enjoy the phase....it's GREAT!!!

'NON hunger' was a totally new experience for me....

"phase", "PHASE!" I don't want to hear this is a "phase" :welldoneclap: When might I expect this "phase" to end?!?!?!?!

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Enjoy it while you can! I wasn't that hungry at first either. Good Luck!

what about people who never feel full ever..like in my whole life i maybe felt full at most 10 times and i do eat allot at times. i asked the doctor this as well and he said that with the band i would feel full