I have a bad habit of snacking at night. I've done it for years, and although I'm working on it, it's going to take a while to break that habit. Last week I had my third fill. I've definitely felt a difference with this one. I eat less and stay full for a lot longer.

Last night I wanted to munch so badly, so I decided to at least make it a healthy snack. I grabbed a 1-ounce cheddar cheese stick and started nibbling. About half-way through, I got a definite signal from my band that I should stop. But my brain kept saying: "it's only a little cheese stick, don't waste it, it's low calorie, just finish it."

Bad Brain. Big Mistake. I don't know if I swallowed too big a bite or simply ate too much, but suddenly I was in pain. I didn't PB, but I slimed a bit. I managed to chew on a couple of papaya enzyme tablets and in a few minutes, everything relaxed and just as suddenly, I felt fine again.

I think that episode may have cured my late-night snacking for at least a day or two. Just a word of caution to everyone else. Listen. To. Your. Band!

It is hard to break those habits. I completely understand where you are coming from. I did that with a small hand full of almonds. I was popping them into my mouth like I was not banded. I had done that with maybe 4 of them when I noticed that they weren't going down. I had a piece in my mouth and for whatever stupid reason, swallowed. Thankfully I didn't PB or slime, but I felt awful for a while. I just walked around lifting my arms above my head. I looked and felt like a complete idiot. You do have to learn to listen to your band. It will tell you *enough* if you learn to listen.

that's where I faulter too!! Thank you for sharing, it's nice to have support from those who know what it's like.

I have a hard time with the same issue. Every day is a challenge.