BEST article EVER! This was me for quite a few months! Now that I've had 2 slight unfills I'm happy to say the insanity has stopped! Any new binders on this pay close attention to this! Tighter us not better! I'm 2 years post op and have kept 110 lbs off. Now that I'm eating better (well, can finally eat normal) I have more energy and I'm back working out and trying to get another 40 lbs off this year! The band has been a good tool but weight loss surgery is not magic! Like the article said...the control needs to mainly come from your head. Good luck to everyone! Stay strong, positive, focused, healthy and always believe in yourself!!