I'm 6 days post-op today and feeling *nearly* like my old self. Good energy, no pain, etc.

BUT- I'm hungry again for the first time today. And I have another whole week of liquids.

I know I have to do this to help heal my stomach-- but wow- fluids just do not keep me full for more than an hour and a half- maybe 2 if it's a Protein shake?

I hate to do more than 3 Protein shakes a day; what do you guys think? I've added cream Soups, which is helpful. Any other suggestions?

I had the same issue. After the swelling caused by surgery went away, I was starving. My doc only kept me on liquids one week (however, follow your docs orders). There was so much hunger until a few fills I was wishing I had had bypass. Now I love the band! Keep doing what your doing! You will get through what is known as "bandster hell".

Fight it!

Find a way to take your mind off of it. Go for a walk every time the feeling comes or something else.