I was banded Sep. 6th and have not really eperienced any cravings until the last few days. All I have been craving is meat! I am wondering if I am needing more protein. I do have a protein shake each morning for breakfast and it has 46 grams of protein but maybe that is not enough? Has any one had this or know what may be causing it?

Everywhere I've read, they suggest at least 60g of protein a day. My doctor recommends 65-75 grams a day! Hope that helps!

I don't know about the Protein issue.. but I actually dreamed about pizza last night!

Go figure! :hungry:

I fantasize about hamburger meat. :biggrin1:

I know, I think I just really want meat! Pot roast... sub sandwich... cold cuts! I guess I am really ready to start eating meat again! I tried the protein shakes but they aren't getting rid of my craving! I guess I am really wanting to just eat it! :faint:

I too want meat! Any kind I can get! I still have more time to wait though before I get it. Pizza sounds good too....LOL

Ok guys, I had solids for the first time today!!! :clap2: I went to a mexican restaraunt and had a Chimi changa with shredde beaf.. it was soooo good! :biggrin1: I had no problem getting it down at all, I did eat only half of it and was full, but, then I had flan as well. So, I overdid it a little, but I was sooo ready for real food! Hang in there... it is worth it~ :bounce:

<p>Missy,</p> <p>My dietician said to get 70-80 grams of protein a day. Call your dietician and see what she says. It is probably too soon for you to be eating meat. Good luck.</p> <p>JP</p>

I did talk to my dieticion, she said I should be able to eat anything that will go down at this point (I am 3 weeks out) She said even bread and meat. It has all gone down fine. She said to eat my protein and veggies first then carbs. I haven't had any problem with anything going down, so I guess it should be fine.

I was banded on monday. The liquid diet isnt holding me. I ate 3 chicken nuggets. At 900pm I was so light headed. I almoat faintedat Red Robin. They brought me out a grilled chicken breast. Really fast. Oh, and a ice cold water. Thank you so much. I have an appt on Tuesday but so worried they are going to kill me for eating solids.