Hi, I was told by my dr. that I would be able to eat about 1/3 of what I could eat before, well I must have been able to eat A LOT! because I can still eat about 1-1/12 cups of food, I've had 1 fill,and just had my surgery 6-21-07, I havent lost any weight, but at least I'm maintaining. But I have read most people say about a 1/2 cup, that doesnt seem like verry much at all, but I guess thats the point. Good luck-