3sonsitk 16 Posted April 19, 2020 How long does the restriction period last?I’m 2 months out and afraid the restriction won’t last long. I follow my The plan was advised. When did you start feeling like your restriction was not as effective as when you first had surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arabesque 7,442 Posted April 20, 2020 I’m only 11 months out & I’d say it’s still in effect about 95% of the time. Sometimes I forget & push it a bit too much (eat too quickly, try that extra bite) but it’s not pleasant. Keep to your plan. Go slowly. Good luck 😁 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Recidivist 1,141 Posted April 20, 2020 I still feel restriction at the 14-month mark. I can definitely eat more now than I could during the first six months or so, but not nearly as much as I could before surgery. I occasionally eat to the point of discomfort at this point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sillykitty 10,776 Posted April 20, 2020 I’m over 2 years out and my restriction has lessened but is certainly still in place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WInston223322 160 Posted April 20, 2020 10 Months and still full restricted eat very little Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S@ssen@ch 745 Posted April 20, 2020 I'm 2 years out. I can eat more than I could at the beginning. I'd say about 1 cup on average, sometimes more depending on the density of the food. I still have "restriction" in the sense that #1-my portion sizes are certainly limited and #2-if I go beyond my limit I am uncomfortable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catwoman7 11,221 Posted April 20, 2020 almost five years out. I can still feel it, but I can eat much more than I could the first few months after surgery. As an example, before surgery, my husband and I used to split a large pizza. I could eat half of it, no problem. Now two pieces is about all I can handle. Also, at a Mexican restaurant, I can handle two of those small authentic tacos (with the 4" or 6" tortillas with just meat, onions, and cilantro on them). I used to be able to eat a burrito with sides of Beans and rice. I wouldn't be able to eat all that anymore. Hope that gives you some idea.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3sonsitk 16 Posted April 20, 2020 Good to know. Thank you for your responses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New&Improved 1,780 Posted April 21, 2020 8 months out and still feel restriction some days I have to remind myself to take small bites still... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites