satiety

[shelly123 0]

Hi, I get banded on May 7. I did a lot of research and feel good about my decision. My biggest question which I have asked several people, but still feel I don't understand is when eating do you feel satisfied or restricted by this procedure. I guess I have this fear of never having an enjoyable meal again.

[Doddie63 6]

When you are eating - small bites and chew, chew, chew before swallowing. Larger bites and the body tends to automatically swallow on the 12th chew which could cause a logjam in your pouch causing sever pain and then having to vomit.

Most people have posted they feel a pressure like a lump at the top of the stomach. Others sneeze, others feel pain, yet other experience hiccups.

I found that I experienced pain and by then it was too late so my doctor told me to measure my food. When I measure I have no problem. You have to learn to listen to your body and stop don't force more food down or you will end up vomiting and in pain

3 oz of hard Protein chewed thoroughly and 4-6 oz of veggies. Eat hard protein every 4 hours and you will not feel hungry. And yes, you will enjoy your meals even more as you will taste the food not gulp it down whole like no tomorrow.

[shelly123 0]

Thank you it was really nice to hear from a person who still enjoys their food in moderation and stays healthy at the same time. That is my goal I have too many other interests to be worried about feeling sick every time I eat. Although I have a feeling it will will take several months to be where you are now. Thanks for the hope.

[BigGurlX 0]

Why is it that you feel pain if you over eat? Is the food pushing against the band...making it painful?