How Soon

stephied · 05-21-2007, 10:19 PM

Hi all, I was banded on 03/06/07. I have had 2 fills. 1.2 cc's on 04/24/07 and .4 cc's on 05/10/07. I have lost 19 lbs. I go again on the 29th for another. Currently I hav some restriction, but can still eat, I think more than I should. Can anyone out there tell me at what point you will only be eating very very small portions and start loosing. Will I feel full after only 4 or 5 bites?

AnotherMe · 05-22-2007, 10:11 PM

I'm not sure I completely understand your question..... but, I don't believe it's healthy to feel "full" after only 4-5 bites. You need a good balance of the proper amt of calories/protein.

You were only banded 11 weeks ago, that's an average of almost 2 lbs a week. You don't want to lose too fast, take my word.. loose, flabby skin will result.

I have a 10 cm band (max fill capacity 4cc) and am currently filled to 3.5cc = if I eat the WRONG things I usually can't get more than 4 bites down.

It takes TIME to learn to eat properly and get to a good/comfortable fill level. Try NOT to concentrate on the numbers, don't put so much pressure on yourself.

All the best,
Karla