Settling Down

[owocats 0]

How long does it take to get settled into a rountine? I am still having trouble controlling what I eat - it's almost like I never had the lapband surgery and I've already regurgitated several times because of this. I am trying to be conscious of what Im eating, choosing the right foods, and I know it's no excuse, I find myself slipping back into old habits and eating too fast, too much.

How long does it take to learn self control and self monitoring?

TIA,

Missy

[LapBandBobbi 8]

Once you get good restriction, that helps with control. For me, it was a slow process and sometimes I still think I can eat more than I actually can. Hang in there and listen to your body. If your body is telling you not to take another bite, then don't. You'll feel better in the long run.

[owocats 0]

Im trying to listen to my body - its not easy when you've ignored it all these years. Ugh. One Big Lesson Learned.

[HeatherinCA 10]

I feel pretty settled now, I've been banded about 4 months. It's more.. I just don't think about it as much anymore. I kinda know what I can eat and what I have to do, like not drink before meals, take my Vitamins, and drink my Water. But I mean, I'm always going to have to think about it. The world is working against me. Restaurants don't have healthy options, the grocery store is tempting, you just have to pay attention.