Just got banded January 10th

[jayreilly56 0]

Hello!

I just got the lap band January 10th.

I have been over weight my whole life so I am excited to start my journey to a healthier happier me.

However, it's only been 5 days science my surgery and I already have cravings for real foods. I have not acted on these cravings but I'm hoping they eventually stop because I have a long way to go until I can eat solid foods. Did anyone else have this problem?

[LeslieW 92]

Hi! I was banded on the 11th. I am still on liquids too. The only time I had a problem with this is when my husband and kids were having pizza for dinner and I was having chicken broth. I dont even like pizza. I think it was the smell that was getting to me. It has gotten a little easier since then. The only problem I am having right now is being constantly tired.

Hang in there! I am told it gets better! Congrats on your band!

[Beckeboo25 6]

YES! My mouth wants to eat, but my belly says NO WAY! 4dpo was my worst day so far (I'm post op day 6) I was starving!!! Today i'm more on track with the 1 cup sized meals three times a day I had grits for Breakfast, tuna for lunch, and Soup for dinner. I'm full, but my mouth wants something....

[lassie 247]

It will get better, I wanted real food so bad. When I could have Cottage cheese it was like mana, I was thanking god with every bite. Hang in there and keep following the doctors orders. Hugs

[Rojasanoll 920]

Congratulations! I used dried onion in all my broths for an added flavor. It spruced up the broth real well. I used Protein shakes during my liquid part (my dr. approved the shakes, some do not) and it wa sfilling to me. I used the SF popsicles and SF jello's to control the cravings. I drank lots of Water (sips) for 64 oz a day. Hang in there, it gets lots better. Banded on Aug 6, 2012, and a bit over 80 pounds lost.

Best wishes