I need help!! Why do I suddenly feel minimal restriction?

 I love, love, love what you've shared in this thread, Toni.  It *can* be confusing, and requires reflection to know whether the band is doing it's job, and whether you are doing all you can to make it work effectively.  Restriction isn't a "sweet spot" that they sometimes refer to, but a zone that allows you to eat (most) whole foods, but keeps your intake reduced by slowing down the eating process so your brain can get the message that fuel is on board.  If you have trouble eating whole foods, or if you can "eat everything", you have to take a good hard look at your eating habits and see if there's something you can change before running to the doc for a fill or unfill. (Obviously, when you are in pain, or can't take in adequate nutrition, or especially water, ya gotta see the doc!)

Sounds to me like you are learning about you body and your band, and that is wonderful!  Best wishes to you.

Tami