My post op diet is suppose to be 4 oz of food per meal, 3 times a day, no snacks. Two oz of protein, two oz of fruit/veg/carbs.

I'm just curious how this compares to what others eat or what their doctors recommend.

I'm having trouble sticking to it.

I worry that I've stretched out my band. I need to gain some control!

Thanks,

My doctor told me "no more than a cup" which I think is very vague but thats how he is overall. I could eat a cup after my 3rd fill but I can only eat maybe 2 oz. TOTAL after my 4th fill last week. I would listen to your docs advice becuase he knows you better than anyone else does (hopefully). Best of luck to you!!

Thanks Losing it,

Yes, I'm *trying* to stick to what he says and what the nurse directs me on...just curious as to if I've done damage to myself...but I think when I do eat more than 4 oz., it is usually slider foods. (Not that that makes it any better!)

It's curious how different each doctor can be. And each patient too! I've had 4-5 fills, I think and I still feel like I could eat just keep on eating, even though I stop myself. One of the lucky ones I guess! Ha!

Mine says 1 cup. The dietician says 1/2 cup. I have had 4 fills and I am lucky to eat the 1/2 cup. Some days it does seem like I can eat more and others I eat less.

Richmond Kaiser tells us we can have 1/4-1/3 cup protein, 1/4 cup vegetables or fruit, and 1/2 piece toast for each meal. I eat 1/3 cup protein and about 5 or 6 wheat thins usually. I sometimes eat the 1/4 cup vegetables. We are not allowed snacks between meals.

My doctor and dietician both say around 1 cup food; 1 1/2 cup max. 3-4 oz protein and 1/2 cup veggies. I can eat more protein if I want, but fewer veggies.

They prefer no snacks. Also, I can have 1/2 cup fruit with breakfast only if I want it.