Is 8oz too much?

[tdhaddox 118]

Tomorrow makes 2 weeks post sleeve. I started full liquids after 7 days, should I be able to drink a full 8oz at a meal? The Soups are relatively thin, such as Tomato, and I use a spoon to be sure my "sips" are small, but I can get a full cup in over 45 minutes or so.

Is that ok?

Appreciate any feedback,

Toni

[RickM 1,753]

It is quite variable, but not at all a worry if you can. It depends upon how much inflammation you still have in your stomach. I was a bit concerned that I could consume similar amounts in the hospital, while my wife could not when she went through this. Both are normal according to the doc.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Some people can, especially if the liquids are thin. Some people don't get any restriction until they are on more solid foods.

[tdhaddox 118]

Whew! Thanks to both of you.

I want to get this right and not start out overeating.

Toni

[samskiles 159]

I was able to but didn't let myself. I am now a month out and try to stay at 4 oz at each meal but it's hard!! This diet is extremely stressful and it's hard to get advice because everyone is experiencing different things! Good luck!

[Whitney1968 54]

I have been able to drink alot more than 4 oz. per meal. I remember the 2nd day in the hospital when they brought me 4 oz. of broth, Jello, 2 4 oz. drinks. I drank them all one after the other. The nurse came in and asked where all the food (liquids) were. I told her that I drank them all. She said I was suppose to have only 1 every hour or so. Oops. Didn't hear the nurse or doctor say that. Didn't bother my stomach at all.

[Always smiling 29]

Tomorrow makes 2 weeks post sleeve. I started full liquids after 7 days, should I be able to drink a full 8oz at a meal? The Soups are relatively thin, such as Tomato, and I use a spoon to be sure my "sips" are small, but I can get a full cup in over 45 minutes or so.

Is that ok?

Appreciate any feedback,

Toni

In the same boat as you.

[tdhaddox 118]

Today at lunch I stuck to 4oz and did feel better. I think I've connected the reflux feeling with having eaten (drank) too much. At 4oz, I didn't get that feeling. Of course I am back to work today, so didn't really have time to think about it either.

May cool my jets a bit the next few days and see if it stays that way.

I really appreciate this board and the feedback!

You guys rock!

[atontor 1,068]

You stomach can handle more but it's definitely not recommended. You need to stay at 4oz since your stomach is healing and you wouldn't want to have any issues or having it begin to stretch . This surgery is definitely a life changing experience and we need to follow certain things in order for it to succeed and for us to accomplish our goals. It took me a while to prepare mentally that even though I could drink or eat more that it's best that I don't.

I had surgery on 5/29/15 weighting 306 lbs and as of this past Friday I'm down to 210 lbs.

Current pic is

[shellyd67 198]

I was able to manage about 8oz of Protein Shake in that amount of time as well. Now pureed foods ... Whew !! A few bites and I'm done !!

[emiko_oz 62]

@@atontor Congrats !!! You look great !!

[tdhaddox 118]

@antor-thank you for the support.

You look phenomenal! Definitely inspiring!!

[atontor 1,068]

@@atontor Congrats !!! You look great !!

Thank you. How are you?

@antor-thank you for the support.

You look phenomenal! Definitely inspiring!!

Anytime and thank you

[emiko_oz 62]

@@atontor

I had surgery Friday and feel great !! Very excited about this journey and I love learning from everyone ... I was able to go home same day and I've been a little sore - but nothing like some of the comments I've read. I had no idea some people stay 2 days. I even drove myself to the store after I got home Friday. Takes a lot to get all the Fluid down but I'm not hungry and able to do laundry and things. I walk my dogs a lot. I use a Vivofit to track my steps and Saturday I did 6000 steps but Sunday and so far today 10k + .... You look really good. I'm excited for you !!

[atontor 1,068]

@@atontor

I had surgery Friday and feel great !! Very excited about this journey and I love learning from everyone ... I was able to go home same day and I've been a little sore - but nothing like some of the comments I've read. I had no idea some people stay 2 days. I even drove myself to the store after I got home Friday. Takes a lot to get all the Fluid down but I'm not hungry and able to do laundry and things. I walk my dogs a lot. I use a Vivofit to track my steps and Saturday I did 6000 steps but Sunday and so far today 10k + .... You look really good. I'm excited for you !!

Be careful because I was home the next day and also doing laundry and cooking for the family since my body was still feeling the pain medication but it ran out after a week then I felt sluggish and could barely walk to the corner.

Where are you from?