I'm so hungry its been 12 days since surgery and I been want food so bad that I been chewing certain foods but not swallowing and spitting it out just to satisfy my cravings smh this is frustrating as hell

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@@Capricorn86 This is not a good habit to get into. It's actually a form of an eating disorder. Not only that but it triggers your stomach to start digestion and your stomach acids to kick in -- causing stomach problems or GERD. In addition, your saliva already starts to break down the sugars before you spit it out. It's dangerous and not at all healthy.

Please be careful - stick with your plan. Additional stomach acid can mimic hunger pains so be sure to take a PPI as prescribed. You may also be dealing with head hunger. Stay strong!

Munch on sugar-free popsicles.

Yea I know it's bad and im going to put a stop and the hunger shouldn't be as bad once I start my purée food.... And the funny thing is I wasn't a big eater b4 the surgery but now all I think about is food

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Sounds like head hunger. I found this book helpful to understand the emotional aspect of WLS.

https://www.amazon.com/s?rh=n%3A133140011%2Ck%3AThe+Emotional+First+Aid+Kit%3A+A+Practical+Guide+to+Life+After+Bariatric+Surgery%5Cc+Second+Edition&keywords=The+Emotional+First+Aid+Kit%3A+A+Practical+Guide+to+Life+After+Bariatric+Surgery%2C+Second+Edition&ie=UTF8

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I'm almost 3 weeks out post op and I am craving candy and chips although I don't give in to my cravings but when I am hungry a spoon is all I can get in of baby food

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Vitamins cause that for me. Now I either take them with a meal or with a snack at bed time.

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I'm almost 3 weeks out post op and I am craving candy and chips although I don't give in to my cravings but when I am hungry a spoon is all I can get in of baby food

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My Nutritionist said to never eat baby food because it does not have the nutrition that we need after WLS. Its mostly carbohydrates and barely any Protein. Everyone's plan is different but I was told this by the NUT, surgeon, and the nurses upon discharge. If it never came up then I would ask your surgeons office if I were you. You dont want to get malnourished. Just lookin out for a fellow WLS Diva!

My dietician actually told me I could get jars of baby food. It's only for a couple of weeks so doesn't really matter.

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Its strange how they all think different and have different ways of doing things. That's why I am thankful for this blog, we can learn from each other!

OMG I'm only on day 2 of my 10 day pre-op and already wanting to give in.. This blog keeps me motivated ...

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OMG I'm only on day 2 of my 10 day pre-op and already wanting to give in.. This blog keeps me motivated ...

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I'm with you I'm 4 days post op and already looking into what I'm going to eat when I can have mushie food

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I just had surgery Monday and I'm soooo hungry! My phantom stomach keeps trying to growl lol

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Relax and sip broth or hot tea. Also, I tried to keep busy. A teaspoon of refried beans was very satisfying and yummy. I havent had any since lol.

Relax and sip broth or hot tea. Also, I tried to keep busy. A teaspoon of refried beans was very satisfying and yummy. I havent had any since lol.

I broke down and had a little spoon full of Peanut Butter just to keep me sane

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