Welcome Pretty B...I am from Dinwiddie and was banded on Jun 27 by Dr Batista. I have several friends that have had this and is doing great. You will get hungry, but just hang in there. You will cheat some of the time, but most of the time you will find something to eat that will fill you up. I try to read the VA input once or twice a week. The best think I have found to help with the hungry pains are the protein drinks....Blend the carnation light, with a little ice, one splenda and put a scoop of Protein powder in it. I use the Soy Protein Powder, plain, which has 20 grams of protein. It works for me. Good Luck...