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12/20 - No appetite or energy.

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Atomic*Girl    10

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The past few days I have just slept, woke up long enough to drink a shake and go back to sleep. I am taking Victoza, which is probably why no appetite, but I'm not even excited about starting purée stage. Psychologically it's a drag, but I would imagine as long as I'm taking all my supplements and getting in Protein that fasting is ok...? I know, I know, ask my Doc. I haven't seen him since leaving the hospital. I think it got lost in the shuffle of the Holidays, but I don't even want to leave the house. I'm thinking, since my doc didn't require any pre-op diet, that this must be major sugar/caffeine withdrawals. I'm not a coffee drinker, got it from soda and energy drinks, but I guess I should have a cup.

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Malin    470

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My energy level has been kinda low lately too. I feel like I could nap ALL DAY, unfortunately I have to work! I've been doing light cardio to help with this.

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Treadmillwalker    486

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I recall hearing the dietitian in my support group meeting telling someone who made a similar comment that as long as they were getting in their Water, Protein, and able to go to the bathroom they were okay the first 6 to 8 weeks. If it lasted longer it was time to see the doctor. She said being tired is normal as the body is going through a major reset.

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JamieLogical    8,684

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For me, the fatigue was a big issue until I was advanced to soft foods and could start getting in more calories. As much as you don't want to be "eating" right now, you should try to get in more calories if you can. Suppliment your Protein with strained cream Soups if you can handle them. They have a decent amount of calories and could help boost your energy a bit. You have to fuel your body. It is using a lot of energy to heal right now. If you are only meeting your protein goals and not getting in any other "food", you are definitely going to be tired all the time.

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MowryRocks    679

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Lots of things can be ok, this is a huge change for your body. Check with your surgeon, as you advised, but I know that when I'm not getting enough calories that is when I tend to go through stalls. Good Luck on your journey!

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Atomic*Girl    10

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Good feedback guys, thanks. Had some coffee for the first time. Had enough energy to take a sit-down shower. I think I'm gonna bug my mom to make me some egg salad and chicken salad and bring it over.

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JamieLogical    8,684

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Good feedback guys, thanks. Had some coffee for the first time. Had enough energy to take a sit-down shower. I think I'm gonna bug my mom to make me some egg salad and chicken salad and bring it over.

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It's a lot of trial and error in the early stages. You should stick to your planned food stages, but within those stages you have to figure out what can and can't work for you. It's also super important to eat on a schedule and weigh/measure your food. With the trauma to your stomach and nerves, you can't rely on your body to tell you when it is "hungry" or "full".

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SeattleSleever    23

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I was sleeved 12/21 and I am right where you are. I feel like the walking dead! I did talk to my NUT and she encouraged me to keep up the Protein and Water (which I've been doing) but I am NOT allowed to have caffeine yet. Uggg. She also said once I transition from purees to soft foods in two days that may help. Glad to know it's not just me who is sleeping all day. We will push through this!

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VooLivre2017    79

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I'm having a similar problem. Yesterday I had broth and half a Protein shake and 20 oz of Water...all day. I struggle to meet the required liquids OR Protein and it's making me very worried because I don't want to end up with serious complications. I take the Vitamins daily with no problems.

Drinking Water made me really nauseous at first, so I switched to diet Snapple. It's been a struggle to just get the fluids down because I fill up after only three or four sips then have to wait 20 mins to try again. I finally hit 40 oz of water (out of the 48oz requirement) few days ago because I literally stayed in bed all day and obsessed about drinking, so I met the goal.

Haven't had a full Premier shake yet. Been doing half the container and it holds 30 grams of protein. I have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow and I'm bringing all this up with him.

Any suggestions from the group would be welcomed! Thank you. :-)

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Atomic*Girl    10

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I'm having a similar problem. Yesterday I had broth and half a Protein shake and 20 oz of Water...all day. I struggle to meet the required liquids OR Protein and it's making me very worried because I don't want to end up with serious complications. I take the Vitamins daily with no problems.

Drinking Water made me really nauseous at first, so I switched to diet Snapple. It's been a struggle to just get the fluids down because I fill up after only three or four sips then have to wait 20 mins to try again. I finally hit 40 oz of water (out of the 48oz requirement) few days ago because I literally stayed in bed all day and obsessed about drinking, so I met the goal.

Haven't had a full Premier shake yet. Been doing half the container and it holds 30 grams of protein. I have an appointment with my doctor tomorrow and I'm bringing all this up with him.

Any suggestions from the group would be welcomed! Thank you. :-)

My appetite has increased slightly, and I have started adding a shot of espresso and ice to my shake. If you can't have the caffeine yet the ice still helps the shakes go down easier.

I'm not even keeping track of how much I drink. It is what it is. But, I've also been drinking G2 Gatorade and if you're like me and hate artificial sweetener, adding lemon juice to it cuts down on that overly sweet taste.

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JamieLogical    8,684

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@@VooLivre2017 Don't drink 3-4 sips at a time. Aim for one ounce every 15 minutes, tiny sips spaced out evenly. You should be sip, sip, sipping all day long. Tiny sips. Set your glass or cup down in between each one.

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VooLivre2017    79

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@@VooLivre2017 Don't drink 3-4 sips at a time. Aim for one ounce every 15 minutes, tiny sips spaced out evenly. You should be sip, sip, sipping all day long. Tiny sips. Set your glass or cup down in between each one.

Thanks JamieLigical! I'm trying that strategy. Gotta get this liquid in. I'm not doing well with it at all.

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