After the surgery and once I can start to eat solid foods, can I go on a no carb diet or do I HAVE to stick to the exact diet the doctor gives me?

My doctor never really gave me a specific "diet" to go on. He does have all his patients meet with a nutritionist to discuss healthier eating habits, etc. So, that is what I do. I don't count calories or anything, I just try to make sure I eat a healthy combination of Proteins, fruits and vegetables in healty size portions.

If your doctor has recommended a specific diet plan for you, and you are not sure it is one you want to follow, then perhaps you can discuss other options with him or a nutritionist.

I will talk to my doctor. My appointment is on Tuesday, but part of me hesitates to ask him. I do not want him to think that I am not ready for the surgery because I want to do a strict diet so I can lose weight faster. He and the nutritionist have made it clear that lap band is a slower process. I don't know. Is it safe to eat NO carbs with the lap band?

the most important thing is to make sure you are getting enough protein. You do not want your hair to start falling out. Talk to your Dr. or call the nutritionist.

I will talk to my doctor. My appointment is on Tuesday, but part of me hesitates to ask him. I do not want him to think that I am not ready for the surgery because I want to do a strict diet so I can lose weight faster. He and the nutritionist have made it clear that lap band is a slower process. I don't know. Is it safe to eat NO carbs with the lap band?

Akis - my doc & nutritionist both state "healthy low fat sugar free eating program" You need to eat Protein 1st then veggies and if any room some carbs. This is a lifetime lifestyle change and not a diet. To lose weight eat healthy and exercise and with the help of the band as a tool to help control your portion size once you get proper restriction which can take awhile - a healthy well balance food program is in order as you have to retrain yourself and your eating habits for life..