For people in the greenzone

[Shelly2221 126]

How much food do you eat before you feel that you can't take another bite?

( 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, or 1 cup)

[SarahRN482 66]

It does vary from day to day, but on average, about 1/4 to 1/3 of a cup is about the max I can eat at a time.

[gowalking 10,790]

Some people are like that...they are fine until one bite too much and it's awful after that. Just know that it's not the same for everyone. I never let myself get to that point..I get signals earlier than that...and I listen to them. I don't eat by the cupful exactly. I have 3 oz. of Protein, 1/2 cup veggies, 1/4 cup carbs. I weigh and measure my food at home, but can eyeball pretty well when I'm out for a meal.

Again...don't assume it's like a brick wall. Pay close attention to the band, and to your hunger. Stop when you are not hungry..not when you are full. Good luck on your journey!

[Shelly2221 126]

Thanks. I'm so curious as the process is still new to me. I'm 1 1/2 weeks post op. I'm going for my first fill feb 19. As of now I'm eating very healthy and measuring all my food. I will meet w the dietician for the second time in another week.

[mrsto 2,925]

I'm in the green, and don't measure my food. I never really did measure, as my doctor did not set those guidelines. The key is and has always been, to take very small bites, chewed to a pulp, and let it go down before taking another bite. At the 20 minute mark, stop. When I do measure out (lets say chili for instance), I manage about ⅓ cup.