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You stated that you had already had your protein shake for the evening...Do you only drink one protein shake a day? How many grams or protein are you taking in? The minimum requirement is 60 gms/day but you can have more. 60-80 gms is the basic for women. It is what makes you feel full. As for the alcohol...I would steer clear. I do occasionally have a glass of wine, but I didn't try it until I was almost a year out.

Are you still on liquids or have you advanced to soft foods? Usually for the first 4 weeks it is liquids then advancing to softs as tolerated. I know all doctors are different and give different post op routines and was just wondering what yours was.

I would definitely go and get some taken out. You are too tight.

I didn't realize that sniffles, watery eyes, runny nose or the urge to clear the throat were soft stop signs..I have been banded since Jan 2009 and never knew this. I just thought fullness, stuck feeling and burping were the only signs, that and the fact that I find myself eating faster and taking larger bites without chewing well. This helps me greatly with understanding my body response and meal control. I have lost 72 pounds so far, but now weight loss is more difficult. I have 29 pounds to get to my target weight. It is a struggle but I am worth it!