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Thanks all. I am going to start over tomorrow and go back to protein, eat slow and chew well. If this doesn't do the trick I may need to have some fill removed. Just seems like 5.5 isn't very much for as often as I am getting stuck.

I must admit I have not been following banding rules regs very well for the last month. I went on a cruise and know I did not eat like I should. I didn't particularly overeat, just not always the right portions of Protein etc. I have been home for 2 weeks and am finding it hard to get back to pre-vacation eating habits. Any advice or a good kick in the pants will do. I do think I am too tight but would like some advice. I am finding it difficult to eat many solids without sliming and getting stuck. I am at 5.5 in a 10cc band. I am sliming at least once a day and at times vomit. I can eat chili, Soups, smoothies etc without trouble. meat and bread is a huge culprit along with fries and potatoes except mashed. Perhaps this is normal or I am too tight. I don't know. I do chew well but sometimes I end up swallowing prematurely. Can you help me please?

On Christmas Eve I plan on having "a taste" of yummy appetizers if I can rate it a 10. I may have just one bite and let my husband finish it. Christmas Day I again will enjoy a bit of everything I love, stopping at 1 bite unless its packed with protein. Bring on the Swedish meatballs.

Me too! Did quite well even with being snowed in until Sunday night when I got together with my chums for a limo lights tour. Would like to say I regret the pizza and wine, but honestly I don't since I had a crazy fun time and danced off some of the calories Will get back on track today. Blessings to you all!

I had a 3rd fill Monday of 1ml which puts me at 4.5ml in a 10ml band. I was on a full liquid diet for 24 hours and then advanced to a regular diet. My problem is I get stuck with most everything excluding liquids and yogurt I chew chew chew and take small bites and get stuck anyway. Yesterday I got stuck on tender roast beef and slimed so bad I had to leave work. It take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour to go down. Today I have had a protein shake, a glass of milk, tomato soup and a yogurt. I'm afraid to eat solids. Please help me understand this. I am only 13 weeks out and need advice. Thanks all. You have been such a great support to me. By the way, what does PB stand for?

I had a 1ml fill yesterday for a total of 4.5mls/10ml band since surgery 10/2. This evening I got stuck on cottage cheese, turkey luncheon meat, 1 bite of sausage and a few noodles. I got stuck, slimed and hacked up the offenders. I still feel stuck, perhaps swelling? Any insight and advice would be helpful. I need to go to bed and am quite sure I can't lay down. What to do? Thanks

I was banded 10/2 and have lost over 30lbs since:D While I feel really good about my progress, I was horrified when I saw a video a friend took of a group of co-workers singing a song. I am in this for the long haul and realize I did not get this fat overnight, but wow am I disappointed. I'm feeling really discouraged and need a pep talk. Thank you friends.

:rolleyes:Does anyone experience, well let me just say, an increase of flatus since banding? I am 2 months out and have an over abundance of natural gas. As a busy working professional, I am forced to hold it resulting in big time bloating. It's not foul, just tons of air. Anyone else. Any suggestions?

Any suggestions for a vitamin/mineral supplement that is easy on the stomach? I cut my Womans One a Day in 1/2, taking 1 in am and 1 in pm and expereince nausea every time. Thanks for your time.