Hey everyone! It's been awhile since I've posted anything but have a question about warm liquids.

I have major restriction in the morning and eating anything solid would be a daunting task so I just have a Protein shake in the morning and maybe something like some pudding. I do notice that a warm liquid like coffee seems to ease my restriction and make it a little easier to eat. Does anyone else have that feeling?

Also, I am at my limit regarding lap band fills due to a recent appointment with my doctor. He added .5cc's and when I swallowed barium under fluro, nothing went down and actually started coming back up. He took out .25cc's and my body allowed the liquid to go down my throat and past my band. My eating habits are a lot different than before and eating many solid foods is a daunting task until very late in the day. What is your typical menu each day?

I'm thankful to all that will read my post and respond with their personal experiences.

Take care!

I put my choc. protein mix with a little creamer and splenda in my coffee and it makes a nice mocha coffee in the morning for me. I'm having it right now. Yum! Get the warm liquid and protein all at once.

Honestly I stay hydrated per my doc's instructions (start the day with 16 ounces of water from the refrigerator) and I can eat normally from the start. I asked my surgeon and he said a general rule of thumb with the band is dehydrated=tight. Makes sense since as the day progresses most people consume liquids and the band loosens. You may try that if your situation becomes problematic!

I too am prone to morning tightness. Staying hydrated does help but for me dosent solve the problem entirely. I start out every morning (or afternoon in my case since I work nights) with a hot cup of coffee or tea. If I feel super hungry but still tight I have a cup of chicken boullin instead. The salt helps curb the craving for food until I've loosened up enough to really eat. After a few hours I'm fine and can eat anything in a small portion.