I never realized how much of a real addiction food was until now. I'm not hungry at all but yet I'm always thinking about food. Always.. Foods I wish I could eat right now. Foods that sound do good!! Constantly thinking about what I could possible get away with eating and cheating on my post op diet. I don't cheat though. I just sit here and sip my protein shake and water and daydream. I feel ridiculous.

It really is a mind challenge. Any addiction is hard to overcome. Maybe try finding support groups in your area for that or bariatric groups. I have the same problem and have been thinking maybe a therapist to help me before I have surgery.

I was perfectly capable of going back to work a week after surgery. I took my whole four weeks just to get used to not eating. Not socializing around food. Getting used to watching food commercials and knowing I couldn't have it. Crazy for sure!

I am 4 days post op and I had a break down and cried today because my head wanted a Mcdonalds cheeseburger so badly. I have been doing the exact same thing, I am right here with you! Glad I am not alone!

I never realized how much of a real addiction food was until now. I'm not hungry at all but yet I'm always thinking about food. Always.. Foods I wish I could eat right now. Foods that sound do good!! Constantly thinking about what I could possible get away with eating and cheating on my post op diet. I don't cheat though. I just sit here and sip my Protein shake and Water and daydream. I feel ridiculous.

I promise you it gets easier. The head hunger messes with you but it does subside. I'm 8 weeks post op and down 60 pounds. I just follow my surgeons guidelines and it works. So hang in there. [emoji846]

It gets much better. To the point that you need reminders to eat sometimes. It truly is all in our heads.

I'm six days post op and it's the exact same thing for me. I'm sitting here sipping water,broth and jello, while thinking about deviled eggs and cole slaw haha . I get my first protien shake today and I'm pretty excited for it. I am also not hungry really at all but my head is just like fooooood!!!

I never realized how much of a real addiction food was until now. I'm not hungry at all but yet I'm always thinking about food. Always.. Foods I wish I could eat right now. Foods that sound do good!! Constantly thinking about what I could possible get away with eating and cheating on my post op diet. I don't cheat though. I just sit here and sip my Protein Shake and Water and daydream. I feel ridiculous.

I realized this tendency about myself years before surgery and spent three years working with a therapist that specializes in eating disorders and weightloss. Thoughts of food shouldn't plague you and I can verify that with good treatment, they won't. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND seeking therapy to ensure your surgical tool (the pouch) is most effectively utilized for the rest of your life. Good luck!