Will the ban work for me..??

[Majj 0]

This is what I will be asking the specialist tomorrow but I was wondering if anyone here has an opinion...

I don`t eat large meals but I graze and nibble all day ........will having a lap band make me feel full that I won`t want to graze..?? this is what I am hoping...anyone with a lap band that was a all day nibbler ..

Any feed back would be appreciated.....

[elcee 3,341]

I also used to be a big grazer.If I was at home and not working i would be back and fore to the fridge all day. With the band i am not really hungry so I do a lot less of it but I haven't stopped completely.I think a lot of it has to do with boredom/habit rather than hunger.On the plus side when i do feel the need for a snack I try to take the time to think and choose something that is healthy and won't ruin my"diet". I usually eat a couple of nuts/seeds, yogurt, nestle diet or crackers with some Protein.< /p>

[BetsyB 9]

They say (you know, the "big THEY" who know everything LOL) that it really isn't as well-suited to grazers; it's better-suited for those who overeat at meals than to those who eat small amounts frequently throughout the day.

After surgery, you will be limited to 3 meals a day, or 3 meals and a couple of Snacks (depending on your doctor's philosophy). This does not mean you will no longer want to graze---the band does not magically remove eating impulses, nor does it make it impossible to fit food---especially in small amounts, spread out---into the stomach.

[pickles123 0]

My surgeon said if you are a grazer the band is not the best selection WLS.