I was banded on 01/12/10 too. I have been drinking all the liquids without any problems. Every now and then I get hungry - I am craving red meat and typically I never eat beef. Today I started drinking flavored water by Aqufina, and it has made a big difference. I weighed myself yesterday, after buying a new scale, and I have dropped 10 pounds so far. Does anyone else feel hungry every now and then?