thanks for all the response. Jack, I think I am still trying to be "full" and eating just because I like it. I know when I am busy, I never even remember to eat. It is usually around 4 or 5 pm before I feel true hunger feelings. I am mostly a stay at home mom and eat when bored. I cant decide if I am properly restricted or not either. I have not lost a single pound in 3 weeks. Maybe my fault though, I just havent figured this band out yet.