I had my band on October 29th. Everything went well for my surgery. I have been struggling lately with being hungry. I'm on the mashed diet right now and was able to eat 1/2 to 3/4 C at each meal. My doctor told me yesterday to cut back to 1/3 c for 3 meals ~ that's only 1cup of food a day. I was a little discouraged to have to cut back on my portions and I'm realizing what a strong relationship I had with food. Not sorry I did it but I'm feeling a little sad. Hopefully I can get through this, I guess in the past this is where I would give up on my diet, so that's what is good about this is I can't. I was wondering if everyone else is on a limit of 1/3cup per meal. Thanks for your support!

well, not sure why the (small amount) but it could be why you are still healing

ok, so use Protein shakes, SF popsicles, start drinking/sipping more and def do something

to stay busy and occupy your mind away from food (reading, walking, taking hot bath, sex if you can♥, shopping etc)...you may find after a Protein shake or some cold drink, the hunger may be just a way of saying you are thirsty...but ask your doctor about you getting in more protein as that is your fuel and will help with hunger...

hang in there okay..hard part is over...your new life has begun

Hi Carolinagirl,

Thank you so much for your encouraging words. What an awesome accomplishment you have made! It really helps to see other Lap Banders success! I will try the Protein shakes, I have not had any yet. I'm excited because nextThursday is my first day I can have some real food ~ so I will need to be super careful on Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and to all!!!