jorofan

My first fill is tomorrow! I'm excited and nervous. I definitely feel like I need some restriction because for the past few days I've been able to eat anything. I don't want to get too many cc's cause I'm afraid to vomit, but I also want to feel that something's there. I know this is a process to find your sweet spot, but do doctor's generally give everyone the same amount in their first fill?? How do you know how much you need when you first start?

I was banded on Monday 1/26 and just started on Mushy Foods on Wednesday, but I think I'm eating too much. I'm not hungry, but I'm able to eat more than I expected. I had yogurt for Breakfast, a can of tuna with low fat mayo made in the food processor to make it extra creamy / mushy and since I've been home from work today I've had fat-free refried Beans w/ a little low fat sour cream, 2 pieces of gefilte fish and some sherbert. I'm not hungry now, but I didn't get any signs that I was full or can't eat more. I thought I was supposed to feel full after only eating a little. Is this because my band's not tight yet? I have my first fill at the end of the month. Or is this because mushy foods are supposed to go down easily? PLEASE let me know your experiences.

I was just saying the same thing!! I never burped before, or rarely and I could control it. I was banded less than 2 weeks ago and I'm now constantly burping. I guess it's normal if so many people feel the same way.

Thanks for the responses. I didn't eat anymore after posting because I wasn't hungry (not because I couldnt). I feel a little better to know I'm not alone.

Glad to hear you're doing well! I was banded on Monday and I'm feeling good, but still really sore. I'm able to get liquids down, but not as many as I'm supposed to. Can't wait till I'm allowed mushy food!! Feel Good!!

I'm 9 days into my pre-op diet and lost 10 pounds!!! :-) I couldn't believe it when I stepped on the scale this morning!

My surgery is scheduled for 1/26/09, so I'm starting my pre-op diet today. If anyone has any recommendations for Protein shakes that taste better than others, please let me know. Wish me luck!!

I think after 5 days i found a shake I can stomach...well it's not exactly a shake, but it's still a drink. Odwalla has a protein drink that I found at the supermarket that when i put in a glass with ice it wasn't terrible. Without the ice it was still chalky, but I'm getting used to it... I'm still looking for sugar free carnation instant breakfast. If anyone knows where in NYC it's sold please let me know. Otherwise I'm gonna order it online for after the surgery.

I can't find the sugar free carnation instant breakfast :-( You'd think in NYC it wouldn't be that hard to find. I replaced a protein shake today with fage 0% greek yogurt. It has 15-20 grams of protein, 90 calories, 0 fat and 7 carbs. At least it has lots of protein and it tastes good!

I just can't get these shakes down... I think i have to call the nutritionist. Today I tried Lean Body and Muscle Milk... Yuck! Protein shakes are just not for me. I'm being really good about the rest of the diet, but want to make sure my liver shrinks! Does anyone know if protein bars affect the liver the same way as the shakes?

Thanks for the ideas. I tried Slim Fast Optima today and it tasted like metal. I'm gonna try both the sugar free carnation instant breakfast and the EAS myoplex. I've heard some good things about those from other sources. And good luck Levi27!

I'm getting banded on January 26, 2009 - New York, NY, by Dr. Fielding.