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:tt2: just got "banded" March 11 and Im already having 2nd thoughts I feel great except for the gas pain in my left side. But after reading some posts feel better and dont think Im so crazy. Im in mourning over food right now. I am married with 3 kids 17,8 and 5. Just looking for people who understand and offer support. I am looking forward to losing the weight. Im down about 13lbs since pre op liquids (sucked)

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Ok don't really know why you're mourning food. Once you've healed and are a few months post op you should be able to eat anything. I've lost 2.8 pounds this last week and ate steak and a baked potato, some birthday cake, a burrito, a grilled cheese (not all in one sitting)

I can't eat as much, but I don't miss it. When I'm full I'm full. I've even had lemon chicken once (lost 2.8 pounds that week, too) I DO make healthy choices and I do sometimes make choices that may not be as healthy. Just like life...you do what you can. No need to mourn food. Just hang in there on your post op diet per your doctor!

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In the beginning I was missing some of the foods I used to eat. Once the weight starts coming off you will forget about them. Remember you can still eat a lot of things you used to but smaller portions. You will soon realize that you actually just miss the taste of the food. I didn't have pizza for about 4 months. My first piece was a thin crust Kashi pizza. Not bad. There is usually a healthy alternative to whatever taste craving you may be having. Good luck and I am sure you will do fine.:tt2:

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