All I seem to see on here are how amazing everyone is doing, how they're the model patients, getting all their Protein, Vitamins, Water intake, daily hours in the gym etc. I had my surgery in Nov 14 and here's what I e learnt so far....

1) some foods that are bad for you are easier to eat e.g chocolate

2) I'm still hungry and I still crave all the food I did before

3) you get bored or the same food choices very quickly

4) Protein shakes, Protein Bars are disgusting

5) your breath stinks and you have a taste of metal/metallic in your mouth

6) you don't lose the weight as quickly as you might think/hope... but you do lose

7) the novelty of only being able to eat soft tiny portions wears off and sometimes you wish you could join the rest of the family for a big old dirty Chinese

Having said all that it is worth it, I'm so glad I had it done. In 2 months I've lost almost 35 pounds. I thought I wouldn't be hungry... I am. I thought I wouldn't be able to eat chocolate/sweet stuff... I am. I've now accepted that and know I need to resist as much as I can.

We should just post our own authentic experiences and feelings.

Others aren't necessarily feeling or experiencing what you're feeling /experiencing.

Edited December 24, 201411 yr by VSGAnn2014

I'm hungrier than before the surgery. I want anything, cucumbers,,cheese, juice from an orange, ANYTHING!!

I'm almost 3 weeks out.. and Protein shakes make my ill. I can't drink them anymore. My doctor suggested that I get some powder and put it in everything I eat. Which I do but I still don't know how much I'm getting in. I actually cried last night because I feel like I made a mistake and I'm not doing right. I was so happy I ate an 5 oz thing of greek yogurt the other day and it took me 3 1/2 hours to do so. I understand @@April4 feeling bad reading the post here. I felt/feel awful that I still can't drink a freaking Protein shake lol and people that are around the same time post I'm get that in...I struggle just to eat in general. but I have to tell myself if will get better soon. I will be able to get in my protein some how some way!!

@@GenaW828 - since you can eat the greek yogurt why not mix 1 scoop of protein powder with greek yogurt and a bit of fruit? Depending on your brand of greek yogurt and protein powder that should give you at least 30gms of protein. That's half you daily requirement. Do that once in the morning and once in the evening and you've hit your protein goals. You can then drink your water in between.

I do put the powder in..but the powder I have is the genepro...which I'm gonna get lol

Thanks for the post. I too still have hunger-- I was hoping it would go away but it hasn't. That being said- it is not anything like it was. I also found out that chocolate goes down easy so I got small bars of dark (70% cocao) chocolate which are very filling and good for you! I try to have a serving every day and it makes me feel normal!

I'm glad I read your post. I'm 8 days post op and I'm still choking down clear liquids. If I try anything full liquid, I experience "stacking" and it takes hours to finally make it down my sleeve. Your post encouraged me to get up and take a walk. I did and it almost felt like I didn't have surgery at all. I walked all over Walmart yesterday and I was miserable. Tried on bras and realized that my boobs are blaaaaa. I just had to go sit in automotive ( the only place there was a seat). I was really having a pity party yesterday. I feel better today. I feel thankful that my surgery went well, I'm losing weight daily, and my abdomen does not hurt near as bad as it did 8 days ago. Immediate Postop, I felt like I was going to die. I need to realize that I'm more alive than ever now with a great opportunity to make a real difference in my health, my appearance, and "the new me." Thanks for your post. Bit made me realize that I'm not alone.

What is stacking?

The way my nutritionist described it stacking is when you eat food too fast or food is too thick/dry and just "stacks" in you esophagus. It's the lump in the chest feeling like food is stuck and won;t go down. It's pretty uncomfortable.

The way my nutritionist described it stacking is when you eat food too fast or food is too thick/dry and just "stacks" in you esophagus. It's the lump in the chest feeling like food is stuck and won;t go down. It's pretty uncomfortable.

Interesting! Never had that thank goodness

stacking sucks....I think the reason it happens to me is my food isn't "wet" enough

@@BLERDgirl Hummm I wonder if that's what happens when I eat crab legs!? For some reason it hurts but the meat is soft!

Just going to add my 2 cents for what it's worth . I personally do not care to read about other people's troubles. I've had 14 surgeries, starting when I was 15 for various kinds of things. Each one of those surgeries came with risks. I'm Definitely a surgery veteran and it's made me one tough cookie. Symptoms are relative. One person may feel like they are in serious pain and some may feel like that same pain is a 2 out of 10.

I choose not to read posts of complications or complaints because I choose not to worry. Although I sometimes make exceptions just to wish someone well. If something doesn't feel right, I'll call my surgeon and go from there.

Just going to add my 2 cents for what it's worth . I personally do not care to read about other people's troubles. I've had 14 surgeries, starting when I was 15 for various kinds of things. Each one of those surgeries came with risks. I'm Definitely a surgery veteran and it's made me one tough cookie. Symptoms are relative. One person may feel like they are in serious pain and some may feel like that same pain is a 2 out of 10.

I choose not to read posts of complications or complaints because I choose not to worry. Although I sometimes make exceptions just to wish someone well. If something doesn't feel right, I'll call my surgeon and go from there.

My reason for posting the complications I have gone through is a teaching tool. Not to complain. I researched this surgery for 2 years before I had it and never read anything other then you could die. I did not know this forum existed..And at the time here there were others who were struggling to get through the tough times of complications....

Posts have helped others because I have had people phone me, skype me and mail me to ask for support as they need help emotionally, and mentally to get through them..Just as I did! and do..So if you don't need that kind of support that is wonderful for you. But there are others who are thankful to know they are not alone......I know I am....

Surgery veteran or not...what can happen with WLS needs to be said so that people are informed.....And can make an informed decision....

I like the premiere chocolate shakes . The only food that sends me to the bathroom is melted butter ! I am very conscience about my thin hair . I got clip on hair extensions but when your hair is thin it's a job to hide the clips. Wish I would have gotten the ones on a string . I'm 8 months out weight loss is slow but also eating holiday goodies . Started at 254 now 163 . Very happy with results ????

My reason for posting the complications I have gone through is a teaching tool. Not to complain. I researched this surgery for 2 years before I had it and never read anything other then you could die. I did not know this forum existed..And at the time here there were others who were struggling to get through the tough times of complications....

Posts have helped others because I have had people phone me, skype me and mail me to ask for support as they need help emotionally, and mentally to get through them..Just as I did! and do..So if you don't need that kind of support that is wonderful for you. But there are others who are thankful to know they are not alone......I know I am....

Surgery veteran or not...what can happen with WLS needs to be said so that people are informed.....And can make an informed decision....

@rjs/beginning With all due respect, we will have to agree to disagree. Complication posts cause me to unnecessarily worry about something that while horrible, may only affect 1% of the population. Kind of like being pregnant and then everyone and their mama feels it's okay to share labor horror stories or horrible complications. For me personally, it teaches me nothing but paranoia. I am aware of the things to watch out for, as my surgeon gave me a list. I know my body enough to know when things require a trip to the emergency. Complication/issue posts get waaaay more views than other types of posts...so they are helping someone. Just not me.