I just got banded March 20th, and my Doctor did not want to fill me last week, since I had lost 24 lbs...but she said I know you aren't letting the band work for you, so next time around, eat more protein, less soups...(I liked the soup phase..easier for me) and exercise. Coach, thanks for the blog, I needed to hear so I can focus on letting the band work for me, not try sheer willpower as my Doc says I am rignt now..