How soon did some of y'all eat meat after surgery? I was sleeved on 3/30 and I'm dying for some type of meat. I've had pepperoni and salami and did fine I'm just terrified of moving to the next step. (Chicken... Sandwich meat .. Etc) and how did your stomach handle it ?

Wow!! I'm finishing my third week post op and still doing egg salad, refried Beans, etc. I'm still eating slow small bites and it feels like every bite "sticks". It feels like a lump. Am I behind schedule? Does no one else feel these things like I do? Now I'm concerned something isn't right....:-(

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My sleeve was on 3/27 I have the exact same thing, not only that, i still cant get all my protien and Water in, I didnt even start my eggs yet ????

I was sleeved 8th March 2016.

I am still on my 2 weekly food phases.

In week 7, I was advised I could try some soft red meat.

Prior to that on my Soft phase, I was having minced chicken and minced turkey, with stock and cheese sauce.

No problems there.

I was worried re red meat in my Soft to more Solid phase.

Decided to try Shepherds Pie, with minced beef and vegies. So far so good, it is all soft and juicy. Got to chew really well.

Wouldn't dare to eat pepperoni or steak yet.

Plus my taste buds have changed, and I prefer white meats, such as fish, chicken or turkey these days.

I am now 2 months post op and I am learning more about eating very small amounts then going back 30 minutes later and eating a couple more bites. I have ordered some Protein bars low in carbs and some new Protein drinks. I keep trying new products to try to get the protein I am supposed to have. I have a difficult time getting the protein I am supposed to have. I have lost 28 lbs. I am 5' 3". My starting weight was 234 lbs. and now 206 lbs. I had no energy and stayed tired most of the time. The past week my energy levels have improved greatly. Just wanted the newbies that it does get better as each week passes. I have had several problems but it is so worth it all!