Question:
I have had my 2nd fill and can tell with certain foods has anyone
been able to tell a difference in their 2nd fill? It's hard for me to eat rice and certian meats. — kbcelliott (posted on August 14, 2007)
August 14, 2007
I didn't tell a difference until I had had several fills. In fact, it took
8 fills to get good restriction. But I still was very careful after each
fill and made a point of taking tiny bites and chewing EXTREMELY well.
Enjoy the difference and let your band work for you.
— Kathy S.
August 14, 2007
Based on what you said, it is likely you are likely feeling some
restriction based on the two fills. But, there are too many variables to
say for sure that is the case.
First, there are different types (sizes) of bands. With one band it takes
a lot more to fill than with the others. Second, each person reacts very
differently. Even with the same type of band, it may take only one or two
fills with one person and three or four with another.
That said, if you had a fill, and you are feeling differently when you eat
- the restriction is beginning to work.
Stick with it and good luck!
Vicki
— VickiStevens
August 15, 2007
Yes, i started to feel some restriction with my 2nd fill. Now's the time
to get in the habit of chewing and taking small bites. The rice and meats
are more difficult but if you take really little bites, eat slowly, and
chew a LOT they do go down. I think slowing down and chewing are the most
difficult habits to change. I still struggle with it when I don't give
myself enough time to eat. I find chikcen and soft fishes (like tilapia)
go down easiest, and beef and pork are difficult (esp hamburger). The best
beef is filet mignon, so now you have an excuse to get the "good
stuff" ha ha! I also find brown rice is better than white because
it's not as sticky (it's also better for you). Whole wheat pasta goes down
more easily than white too. Good luck. I love my band and am so glad I
did it!
— Debra R.
August 17, 2007
I was extremely blessed I got a perfect fill the first time. I had surgery
2-2-07 and had my first fill on 3-15-07 since march I have lost a total of
110 lbs. Once you have a perfect fill, you will know it!!!!life is great
post obesity!!!!!best of luck
— mccabesmom
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