MrHopeful

Thank you for the encouragement.

Here I am, a big tough guy and ashamed of the fact that today all I wanted to do is cry. I'm 2 1/2 weeks out from my surgery and I'm so sad. I don't really think it's from the loss of food or the change in lifestyle. I'm wondering if it's some kind of nutritional deficiency that's causing my depression. My stomach is queazy most of the day, I know I'm short on Water intake but I'm trying to get in at least 60gm of Protein and take my Vitamins. I'm not sure if anyone can relate to this, but this is also causing anxiety by my wondering if my depression will worsen of if I'll pull through this thing and the constant queeziness doesn't help. How long does it take to feel "normal" again? Has anyone else had these feelings? Sorry for such a "downer" post but I know there are many wonderful people here that may have some advice.

Thank you so much for the post!!

Thanks all for your support. I'll start getting more water and try some Gatorade as Tiff suggested. Thanks Anna and others for all the encouragement. Just knowing that someone is here helps. Any suggestions on the time it takes for the surgery and my sheeve to just feel normal?

Thank you all for your input. I'll do some research on the low cal diet and depression. About how far out will it be before I'll be able up my intake? Thank you all again for your advice.