ShayJ

It is much like I expected as far as being able to eat what I want. Find myself bored with food. Have a hard time with proteins. Ground beef is hard so are eggs. I don't like the way food feels. feel like I am surviving on protein drinks, protein bars and string cheese. Didn't expect the frustration of not being able to eat one minute and the lack of interest in eating the next. I am so glad I did this but still learning the ropes. I must say I expected to lose much faster than I am. I have been on diets and lost 20 Pds a month and I am not doing that now. Maybe because I eat what I want? I am almost 8 weeks out from surgery and including 5 days pre op diet I am down 30 Pds. Was expecting more.

Good question. I have not done the sf or ff. Just a bunch of additives I don't need. My thought is to eat what I want, but always protein first. Maybe this is why I have only lost 21pds since surgery but the way I look at is that this is a life style change not another diet. Right? Can you tell I am a bit conflicted. Been on a week stall at only 5 weeks out. Really messes with your head.

I was told that the gas used to blow up the belly often irratates a nerve that goes up to your shoulder and neck. The first week the gas is still trying to escape. After that it should feel better but as stated before call your docs office and ease your mind