Amount of protein you can eat at one sitting?

Mysticalks · March 15, 2008

Hey all!

I was filled 2 weeks ago for a total of 9 cc's (I have a 10 cc band). I remember reading many sources on the band and was told that after the final fill, you should only be able to eat 3-4 ounces of food at one sitting. Now, I'm aware that 3-4 ounces implies "coarse protein", and I have been following that rule, not drinking until about 30-45 min after my meals, and eating 3 meals a day. I must say that I definitely do NOT eat 3-4 ounces...I eat more like 6-8 ounces and feel full. The band has worked great so far, but I'm wondering what any of you suggest. How much were you able to eat after your final fill? Do I maybe need more fill? Thanks!

juliegeraci · March 16, 2008

Wow, that is a lot of Protein at one sitting. I am "lucky" if I can get in 1-2 oz. My doctor is fine with that. If you can eat 6 I think you need a fill. Are you losing though? If you lose on 6 then that might be a good level for you but not for me. Good luck.

lizzie_07 · March 16, 2008

I live in Canada so I'm not familiar with oz's. I was told that depending on the person, you can only absorb 20-30g of Protein at a time. So I look at that as opposed to how much protein I COULD eat in one sitting.