I'm going on a cruise 7 weeks after my lapband surgery. Can I eat any steak and lobster before my first fill?

If you are on solids go for it. Most likely you will not be able to finish both steak and lobster though. For me lobster goes down a lot easier. Have fun!

Each person's reaction to the band can be so different but I would say that the chances are great that you should at least be able to enjoy the lobster and most likely the steak as well.

In fact Lobster is now one of my most favorite foods to order out. It's not so costly when all I can eat is one tail (if that) and a couple bites of mashed potatoes and broccoli off my hubby's plate. The only down side has been that I've actually been full enough to share some of my lobster with my 4 year old a few times and now he keeps asking if he can order lobster to! Talk about having a silver spoon in his mouth. How many preschoolers do you know that beg to order anything other than chicken fingers or hot dogs and fries, much less lobster?

As everyone has mentioned just take extremely small bites, chew well and don't feel guilty about dipping it in a little butter.:tongue_smilie:

oooh i love lobster - maine lobsters were my families easter diner...YUM!!!, and i didn't hesitate w/the butter, because they have to go hand in hand.

dh and i do a boil (turkey fryer works great for this) once a month be it lobster or king crab legs - corn niblets - finger potatos & lots of old bay seasoning. it's our monthly treat, ....

I have no problem with steak, as long as it isn't a cheap cut. Filet mignon goes down very well for me.