jsearles

CONGRATS!!! :cheer2:

Hello all from beautiful Rockville, Maryland! I was "sleeved" August 4, 2010 and I am having a hard time with my mind catching up to my body; realizing my limitations. I healed beautifully! In fact, I felt so great that I did not follow the doctor's orders. I was suppose to follow the liquid diet for 3 weeks and today was the day to officially transition to soft foods. I've experimented and tried various foods since week one - August 11. My major problem is that I do not like nor can I stomach the foods that I am suppose to eat. Cannot drink or smell another Protein shake, Jello or broth. Cannot stomach cheese or diary products - lactose intolerant. And this leads to experimentation. Consequently, I am eating and drinking too many carbs. Additionally, I am hungry! More hungry than I have ever been in my life! Although my doctor tells me that the hunger is in my head; I disagree. Below is my typical diet. It lacks variety and flavor. Any suggestions or tips would be greatly appreciated. My Breakfast - veggie burger, chicken breast, turkey breast or sliced deli ham lunch - Wendy's chili or chicken breast, turkey breast or sliced deli ham dinner - panara Soup, chili, veggie burger, chicken breast, turkey breast or sliced deli ham Thank you!! Jeaneen

I detest eggs and am lactose intolerance. I think I will just have to experiment more. According to the nutritionist, I am now, after 5 weeks, where most patients are in one year. I feel slightly bummed that I never had the honeymoon that most experience with the lose of appetite. Thanks much for the input and words of encouragement!

Thanks for the PSAs!! I've removed the shakes from my trunk!