Finally Found Restriction... ?

[BigBayRooster 7]

Well, I think I have finally found restriction after my second fill one week ago. I can definitely feel when I have overeaten and have gotten stuck quite a few times. I'm pretty sure the stuck episodes have been from eating too fast and not chewing those first few bites well enough. I had an episode of overeating the other day and was miserable for HOURS. I think having this actual restriction has given me some of the motivation I have needed since being banded. I am supposed to feel full/satisfied from meal to meal, correct? I am also having a hard time getting enough calories each day. I am struggling to make it to 1000 most days. Now, making up the difference with stuff I don't need.. no problem-o, but isn't that how I ended up here to begin with?? I was wondering if anyone could tell me if there were any recommended book on living with the band and using it to it's full potential? While I really like my band doctor, I feel like I have just been wished good luck, smacked on the butt, and turned loose. Thanks for letting me ramble and I am looking forward to hearing from y'all!

[kittyforet 50]

In regards to a book, get the book "Bandwagon" by Jean McMillan. She's on this site and her book (and her of course!) has excellent advice. She also has a band cookbook.

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[ElizabethAnne 40]

I'd recommend Bandwagon as well. I have read it through twice and have referred to it many times since.

[YngGram 73]

I found this today and even though I have been at this over 3 years it opened my eyes. It might help you, sure wish I had found it a year ago.

http://drsimpson.net/fills/Lap-band-eating/lap-band-not-restriction/lap-band-and-restriction.html

[Mandajo111 3]

Wow, this was great! Thanks for sharing!

[lauralou779 23]

I found this today and even though I have been at this over 3 years it opened my eyes. It might help you, sure wish I had found it a year ago.

http://drsimpson.net...estriction.html

Thanks so much for sharing this. I just got done reading it - wow - we should all read that once a month to reminder ourselves.

[lillybee 26]

Hello everyone I was banded in June had my first fill in July but I still do not really have the sensation of feeling full yet. Is that normal? Will I feel full with my second fill?

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

I found this today and even though I have been at this over 3 years it opened my eyes. It might help you, sure wish I had found it a year ago.

http://drsimpson.net...estriction.html

That is the best article and description I've ever read. Thank you so much for sharing it, I've bookmarked it for future reference.

[Cindy C 150]

Excellent article! Thanks for sharing it with us!