Hi! My name is Amy. I was banded on 11/25/08. Since my pre-op diet, I have lost 20 lbs. Unfortunately, once I started on "real" foods I must be getting carried away because I am gaining. I can't get my first fill for 2 weeks and I heard that I won't feel any difference until about 4 fills. I can't afford to gain weight until the fills kick in. Please help. What should I be eating daily?? Maybe I am not eating properly. I would hate to have to go back to Protein shakes for months. Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks!!

Hi, the fill will help but until then go back to the basics. Eat your protein first, then veggies and a little good carbs. The protein stops you from feeling hungry. Don't forget to chew chew chew even if you don't feel you have to because of no restriction. The chewing gives you time to feel full. Also remember not to drink while you eat or for 45 mins to an hour after. ( I personally don't follow this rule 100% because since my fill I do not get hungry for hours-but before my fill it was VERY helpful) Just remember the band is a great tool but we still have to do some of the work. Good luck and Happy new year!

Thank you for the advice. I have just been so frustrated lately. I appreciate it!