Jay15

Thanks! I think ur right i should find ways that would help me love my new lifestyle.

I think its just once every while that i feel that way.

And Congrats about losing 100 lbs thats a great number!!

I live in the US but I did my surgery overseas. Im almost 6 weeks post op and i haven't taken any Protein Shakes yet. I'm only consuming around 21 g of Protein. I dont know what to eat to get more protein. Im eating chicken tuna eggs but no matter how much i eat i cant reach 60-80 g.

What can I do? Or eat?

Yup! Im almost 6 weeks post op, i had the 3rd week stall too, i lost 17 lbs only in my first month. But dont let that demotivate you. You're body is still getting used to the low amount of food and is still trying to store some. But it will eventually start burning the fat. Just stick to your doctors instructions and start walking, walking is what made the difference with me.

Hi Jay15, I personally don't keep any food triggers in my house because I know I would eat them. I suggest that you keep a stock pile of healthy Snacks that you are able to eat. This seems to work for me. Good luck to you.

Will do thank you !

My experience has been a little different. I was sleeved 3 weeks ago to the day. Although I dont really feel hunger, I experience what Ive seen refered to as "head hunger". In the beginning, it was really bad. I found this surprising, bc Ive always been a very picky eater, but I found myself craving foods that I didnt even like. I think this was a result of being on the liquid diet. Everything looked good to me. And everytime a commercial came on tv, it seemed to be a food commercial smh. That was my experience during the two weeks before my surgery and the two weeks after. Now the problem that Im having (although still mental), is that although I can only eat a very small amount, my brain is still telling me to eat more. For example, I had a chicken wing the other day (not a large on, but the little one that would come in an appetizer). I could only eat half of it, and was stuffed. Although physically I knew I could not eat anymore, my brain was saying "really though? 1/2 of a wing?..thats not even right". So although I dont fell hunger, and Ive started to be able to gauge how much my sleeve can handle at a time, its been a big mind game for me.

The same thing is happening to me! Im 5 weeks post op and i get full quickly but like you said my mind isnt satisfied with the little amounts i am eating.. And at times I've eaten more, felt sick yes but didnt care at the moment. Im really scared of stretching my sleeve! Head hunger sucks! Its my biggest issue right now.

Hey!

You shouldn't be worried about taking this step. I feel like this decision will actually make your relationship much better especially that your husband is supportive. It really isnt that hard. All you have to do is follow instructions and know what to eat to stay healthy. I really think you should do it, dont wait any longer. And i promise you wont regret it at all!

Good luck with everything you do!

OK guys - need some MAJOR support! I am now 3 weeks post op and I have only lost 10lbs! Lost those in first few days but since then the scale has not moved!!!!! Please tell me others are having same issue! WTF am I doing wrong? Fact is I am not eating but maybe a total of 1 to 1-1/2 cups of food (if that's what you want to call it) a day. I have not had good luck getting in the Protein. My counter looks like a GNC store with all the different Protein powders I have bought - but NOTHING tastes good enough to allow me to drink the whole damn thing. I get in a few sips and I want to vomit! I am eating oatmeal for breakfast and have had pureed something for lunch - today its bruinswick stew. For dinner I eat the remainder of the can if I can get that much down. WHY the hell isn't the scale moving!!!! Did I really do this to myself and spend 30K just to lose 10lbs, be nauseous all the time, tired all the time, and regurgitate daily???

Everyone's body is different. Some starting losing very slow and then pick up and some lose quite a lot at first and then slow down. Just listen to your body and everything will be okay. Make sure you're getting your protein, Water, and Vitamins in everyday. What made a difference with me is waking. At 2 weeks i walked on the treadmill for 15 mins then kept going up till i could speed walk for 30 mins. Try doing that.

I used to weigh myself every week, but when my body slowed down, i started weighing every two weeks.. You really will be surprised. Remember, you did this in order to be healthy and for many different reasons! So stick to it! YOU CAN DO IT

I figure I've lost close to one third of my excess weight, which is fine. But for the first time in many many years I feel hopeful. I'm very grateful that I was able to have this surgery. I've received some dumb feedback--like the "friend" who told me she doesn't "believe in stomach surgery," as if it were some kind of religion. Who cares what she believes in. I'm beginning to believe that I'm going to start feeling good again, as in good about myself, stronger, healthier, and at peace.

That's wonderful to hear!

Keep the positivity and motivation up!

1/3 is actually great.. Think about how ud be losing it all very soon! And dont let anyone demotivate you. You are doing thing for yourself! And not anyone else!

I know exactly what you mean Jay15. My mom lives with me and helps me take care of my child and my nephew. I would die for bread and Pasta, now being 8 months post op, I have no desire for that. But as far as the Snacks, we keep in a separate area. My mom keeps hers in her room, and for the kids a cabinet that I am not allowed in. It's been working out good. If I don't see the food, I'm not pressured.

I really hope that its just a period of time that i can overcome. I wouldn't want to stay like this constantly craving bad things and thinking that im hungry (head hunger)! I hope you're doing well and thank you for your reply !

Hi there! Dont feel bad, im actually 5 weeks post op and i did the same exact thing i ate A LOT! I even ate bad food i mad some mac and cheese i had popcorn, fries ... Oh god! And its also because of my emotions. But dont worry you'll get back on track.

Just keep drinking Water and think that you are not allowed to eat until 30-60 mins after drink.. And if you keep drinking you wont eat lol

I hope you over come it!

I was scared i stretched my sleeve too.. I dont know if i did

And honestly from what i hear people saying i feel like i do eat more than they do.. So idk

Good luck though! Try to control yourself

I thought of the reason i took the decision of doing the surgery think of that too, it might help.

And go out for a walk or something keep yourself busy!

I am 5 and a half weeks post op, and i spend most of my time on Pinterest or online looking at food and recipes. At first i was craving some mac and cheese, i did some but OH MY! I could NOT handle a bite of pasta!

Anyway! Does anyone else keep google and looking at food? I feel like i want anything and sometimes i feel like i can eat everything lol

Good Luck!

You're gonna do great!

Hi 'Curvy' !

You're right! I totally agree! I would LOVE to throw everything away! But the thing is i still love with my parents and i have little sisters ! So its a bit difficult to throw it all haha

But all i need to do is control myself and stay away from everything... Gotta keep myself busy!

Thank you so much though! LOVE the spirit !!

Thank you "mskiesha29"!

Yes you're right! And don't worry! You'll be great! Im sorry if I demotivated you lol

No matter how guilty i feel now, i still think its the best decision i made in my life because okay i might not be following the exact rules but im not binge eating the way i used to.

I just feel bad because i think i should maybe eat a little less and eat more protein!

I would like to know what people are eating on their 5th week.. And always keep in touch with them

Hi!

I was sleeves on July 14 2014 so I'm 5 weeks post op.

I started my regular food on my 4th week if not before and im a carb lover, actually that's all i used to eat

And im craving them a lot! I know i should be eating Protein first but i dont end up doing that!

And when i eat, i feel full, but i keep eating! I dont know why im doing this to myself i feel like im stretching my stomach and that's terrible! Everyday i say I'll stop tomorrow but i just dont.

Breakfast and lunch are great and i know what to eat but the night is when everything is messed up. I think i need some motivation. Help please.