Aries331

What's beem the ptoblem(s)? What has been the problem(s)? I'm 6 weeks out and really sticking with shakes, but getting nutrients. Had a couple of backed up esophagus scares, but I'm learning to take smaller bites, chew like crazy, and take my time.

I'm only 6 weeks post-op and started taking biotin 2 weeks ago to be cautious and my nails are healthier and my hair is thicker. I had scalp issues before and that seems better controlled to. It certainly doesn't hurt.

What's your protein goal? Mine is a min 60, which I get, but should be aiming for 80-120...

Nov 20. Down 20 lbs. I read another post about eating enough and I may be under eating. I should be on pureed foods, but really only have those a few times per week. I am satisfied with 3 premier protein shakes a day. I think I need to move on and add more foods....

I'm 3 weeks in and not very hungry at all. I'm doing great.

I get this so much more now being 2 days shy of 3 weeks post-op, which seemed SO far away. And yet, here I am. I am taking full advantage weight loss and losing the sugar cravings. I am focusing on building the skills for when urges & old habits are triggered. #armmyself

This all sounds familiar from having gone through a binge eating disorder program and normalizing food. Hunger and fullness cues change. The thing I appreciate right now is that if I'm hungry, a protein shake takes care of it. Without surgery I'd be back to my old ways. And also, going all day without eating tends to make a person make The wrong choices, especially if meals are not planned .

I have a couple more weeks until regular food. 1 more until soft food. I hope I'm just having a day. Good luck to you.

All of a sudden I want to eat so badly. I'm still on pureed diet phase, so I will not push it, but this urge is overwhelming. Words of encouragement appreciated.

I meant to add that Vitamin e is good for stretch marks too and I bought some oils and slather it all over.

Same story for me. I have some hard lumps under my scars that I hope soften or reduce. I was RNY on 11/20/17. It's going great. 0 nausea.

That's why I want unflavored - to add to other foods with less protein. I don't quite get your definition of differences between unflavored vs flavor-free.

I started using straws and seem to be ok. I am 7 days post-surgery and feel great or don't quite know what I'm feeling. Hunger doesn't feel like hunger, I haven't been nauseous at all, which is unusual for me. I burp, which hurts, and get hiccups, but otherwise not many issues. Straws haven't been a problem. I just need to stay mindful that I don't need to eat right now. Stick with my 3 shakes a day and I'm fine. Water, jell-o, tea, etc. in between and no problems. I hope my brain catches up with my stomach in terms of not wanting/ needing to eat...

No. 20 gm proteins

I'm thinking of getting my hummingbird tat on the corner of my shoulder. Solid black. I think it's my spirit animal. I'll add more to my collection when I hit my gw.