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I was banded nov 21 and down 30 with another 30-40 to go. I had my last fill 10 days ago and I'm thinking it's too tight or I just can't figure out how to eat properly?? I'm down another 6 since then and have not been hungry at all and have to remind myself to eat. I'm also having a hard time getting used to the small bites, tiny sips, etc as everything seems to get stuck and comes right out. I'm not complaining but rather am hoping for some good advice on what others did to help overcome getting stuck etc since I'm at a point that I would rather avoid eating all together to avoid the pain and embarrassment that comes along with food being stuck... All thoughts would be appreciated!

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Hi @@ImWithTheBand13, could you possibly be eating too fast? Even being 4 years out i tend to do that.

There is a link here for the Golden Rules of Lap Band. There are some really good basic tips there. I'll see if I can find it and I'll reply with it.

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Found it on YouTube, but it's in 4 parts. Just search for "The Eight Golden Rules".

This is worth the time to watch / listen.

Good luck.

-dt

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Thank you!! Just feeling like I'm doing something wrong. Appreciate your help :)

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You have restriction, which is what you want to have. Just need to learn how to eat with it.

Think of your new tummy as a funnel. If you put in too much food or liquid too fast, it'll overflow and come back up. Try to imagine that as you eat and force yourself to slow down and let your band react.

Hope this helps.

-d

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