I am 4 weeks post op and I am looking for all the help and advise I can get.I have found that most of the food I eat has to be at room temp or it hurts some.Is this normal or am I just strange?

Hi, and welcome to LBT. I've heard of people having problems tolerating cold beverages, especially in the morning, although, I've never had a problem with them. It sounds like you can't tolerate hot or cold. I haven't read that mentioned before, but I'm sure you're not alone. I hope your sensitivity lessens as your body adjusts to your band. Other than that, are you having any other food issues?

Thank you for your reply.The only other problem I have found is I get so tired of chewing that I will just give up and go have a protein shake.I have actually grown to like them.At first I was having trouble getting enough protein in but I found Protein shots at our local Walmart that are wonderful.It has 27 grams of protein and is only 110 cal for 2.5 ounces.So if anyone is looking for another source of protein its a good one.I have also learned the hard way that I have to eat SLOWLY.I will be having my first fill on March 11, and Im looking forward to that.Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated.Thanks again.

Just be sure you're not chewing your food until you liquefy it. You want it mushy, but not so chewed that it goes straight through your band. I don't count, but I would estimate I chew good solid food, like chicken, about 30 times. Whatever you do, don't swallow a lump or something that feels fibrous. Your band won't let you get away with that.