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I am 7 weeks out from my sleeve surgery and I still get hungry. However, I can't physically eat the amount I did before the surgery and now I prefer to eat nutrient dense food. I still have a problem with nausea so I prefer clean food. Not sure about the grehlin thing though - I'm in Australia and I've never heard of that.

I know, isn't it amazing!! I think we are now actually eating the amounts we should before all the upsizing happened. Eating 5-6 small meals a day is better than 3 big ones. We could easily feed the world if we ate smaller serves.

I don't really follow rules with eating anymore apart from getting enough protein and fluids. We eat such little amounts I don't think it's worth it.

Me too. I'm constantly eating and have to take snacks with me when I go out. I'm 5 weeks out from surgery. Sushi is my favourite.

No Lilee, I'm not taking B12 but my multi has B12 in it.

Hi Everyone I was sleeved 30/05/12 so I'm 4 weeks post op. I get so tired very easily and was wondering if this passes. I'm barely managing the daily things like dishes, cooking, washing etc. Does this pass or is there something I can do to make myself feel better? I feel like I've recovered from the surgery ie. incisions and bruising healed and feel pretty back to normal again. Is my body adjusting to eating such small amounts of food? I have a liquid multi Vitamin that I'm not good at taking because I hate the taste even when I put it in a drink and I also take fish oil. I'm completely lactose intolerant so only have lactose free milk in tea etc. I can't have Protein shakes even with lactose free milk because it makes me feel sick and nausea in general has been a problem. I am feeling better in this regard since my surgeon changed my medication to Nexium 40mg/day. Any advice would be great.

Don't stress about some cottage cheese - I had that a few days after my surgery and was fine. I'm in Australia and I know every surgeon has their different ideas about diets etc post surgery so I wouldn't be worried.

I'm only 2 weeks out and my body just can't tolerate the protein shakes I think because of the milk content, it's making me feel sick. I am having 5-6 tiny meals a day plus juice or water. I eat like a baby. Like Terrylynn, I eat when I'm hungry. I don't count calories since the amounts of food I am eating a so small and low in fat anyway. I would suggest you experiment, that is what my surgeon here in Australia suggested and it is working well for me - remember we are all different and what works for one person may not work for you.

I think she needs encouragement to seek professional help.

Congratulations!! That was me a week ago and every day is getting better and better. Sending you lots of lovely healing vibes from Australia. So exciting!! Keep us posted.

Yummy!! I am only 8 days post op and at the mushy stage so I am definitely going to try that when I can. Another one that I make for lunch is cottage cheese(I'm Australian so not sure if you guys have this or call it something different), tuna, mashed avacado, lemon juice, freshly ground pepper.

I felt really sick this morning after finishing my 200ml protein shake, had diarrhoea then had to lay down because my heart was beating so fast and I just did not feel great. I am day 8 post op. This is the first time it has happened to me. I am still making my shakes on water because I just can't stomach milk at the moment either. I see my dietician today and will be weighed for the first time since my surgery and hoping to get some confirmation that what I am eating is ok. I guess I need to slow down.

Hi Amy, it is exactly a week ago today since I had my surgery and yes you feel like you've been hit by a bus but every day you will get stronger and feel better. Just follow your docs instructions and you will be fine. Congratulations!! I guess we are both on the "Loser's Bench""!

I am 5 days post op as well. I have a liquid multivitamin that I put in my protein shake of a morning and can't even taste it plus I put Benefiber in as well for fibre. I made myself some chicken and vegie soup and then blended it smooth for some extra fibre. I have also had mashed banana mixed with some milk to make it liquidy and I have also blended a banana in my morning protein shake. Vitamins for me at the best of times have a funny taste so the liquid one is working out great!! Today was the first day I wasn't visited by "the creature from the black lagoon" and I think it is because of the fibre I'm adding.

I also had my surgery here in Australia on 30th May. You really have to listen to your body, walk as much as you can, sip water and take pain meds if you need them. I am now on free fluids so I can have protein shakes, soup etc which has made a big difference. The most painful part for me I have to say were the headaches, much worse than any thing happening with my sleeve. You really will get better and better each day.

It's my turn tomorrow!! Feeling pretty good right now, not nervous but excited about how things are going to be post op. BRING IT ON!!!

Hi Tonia, it will be ok. Your fear is very normal - my surgery is on wednesday morning so I know how you feel - nervous and excited. I'm keeping busy by cleaning my house and thinking about the day I can burn all my fat clothes!! We will all be thinking of you tomorrow - be strong all will be well.

Wow, you look awesome and I love your comments about your eyes and earlobes - I have the exact same thing so here's hoping I get my eyelids back!! Not long for me now my surgery is on Wednesday. Did you and your husband make it to Australia? Do yourself a favour and come see my beautiful country. Great blog.

I think she might be jealous also. Next time she says anything just put your fingers in your ears and sing lalalalalala!

This too shall pass.

My surgery is next week and when I first went to see my surgeon I was all about the lap band until he told me about the VSG. I don't want to be phaffing around with fills etc plus the other risks of infection, flipping ports, slipped bands and having a foreign body inside me. I am really happy with my decision and can't wait for my surgery next Wednesday.

I have told my mum, my children and my best friend. I haven't always been obese so I feel like a failure resorting to surgery. I have decided that I am going to tell people if they ask that I had a hernia repair (I had my gall bladder out a number of years ago). The people close to me have been really supportive of my decision. My surgery is a week and a half away so very close now and I am going to see the dietician of Monday to find out about the food aspect after I have had the surgery. This surgery is all about US so if you choose to tell or not to tell that is ok because really it is no one's beeswax!!

Congratulations to all of us who have been sleeved or yet to have our operations!!! My surgery is in 2 weeks and I am also going up and down but I'm mostly up and think of the things that will give me pleasure again such as exercising, shopping for clothes and wearing jeans. I can't wait!! I am feeling excited about never having to "diet" again - think of all the time and money we will have for other things!

Or "slurp and sache"?

What about "slurp and wander"?