I was like you up until my last fill 2 weeks ago. Now I know I have a band! I have been loosing steady since day one so I would not worry to much. Some of us just have a easier time with the band. I was also told I could have up to 1 cup of food, you have to do what works best for you and you will figure it out. Me, I have to eat 6 small meals a day. Thats what work for me...Good luck you will do great

I have the same problem. I have only had one fill so far and still have very very little restriction. This is the part most people refer to as banster hell because we have to use self control (and I have little of that). This week has been especially hard for me since aunt flo is visiting. I have been eating bad things at least once a day every day. Can't wait til she leaves town again. lol

thanks to you both for the words of wisdom. I am eagerly awaiting my first fill which is scheduled for 9/19. Like i said, this is the best place to get the real scoop.

thanks again.

It's very typical to not feel restriction until your 3-4 fill. Dont rush it. I have made the mistake of going in to get fill after fill because I just wasnt losing weight fast enough and could eat more than I though. After a full year of learning about this band and the TRUE way to lose fat and build muscle, I learned I MUST eat the RIGHT foods and exercise and the fat will melt off SLOWLY. Im going in to have all of the fluid removed from the band next month. What a disservice I did to myself. With the band, Im not able to eat all the meals of lean proteins, carbs and fat that I need to eat in order for my body to melt the fat and gain muscle. I hope people read this and do their own research on FAT LOSS. Its one thing if you just want the scale to go down and look thinner. But, for me, I wanted to be healthier, look fit and lean. That is not possible with a tight band around my belly.