Frustrations and Cravings

[zh3n 4]

Hey everyone,

I just had my sleeve almost 2 weeks ago. My doctor had me do a 10 day pre op diet that consisted of Protein Shake or Protein Bar for Breakfast and lunch then, dinner 3oz of meat and some veggies for dinner. I ended up drinking a ton of Protein Shakes and Soups. Post op, I am struggling to get through with my full liquids diet. I tried different brands but the smell makes me gag, I am so over it. I am eating soups, fat free yogurts, Water, Powerade zeros and I find that i'm getting tired of that. I am getting frustrated with the process because now, I find myself feeling hungry when I wasn't feeling hungry right after surgery until about this past Monday or Tuesday. Yesterday, I didn't eat just drank fluids all day. Being frustrated, I've thought about buying foods I'm not suppose JUST to satisfy that hunger and, get the Protein and minerals that I need. My question is: How do I ignore my cravings while at the same time, satisfying my food intake?

[Diana_in_Philly 1,426]

Have you tried throwing the Protein Powder, some fruit and ice in a blender? I have rarely drunk the shakes straight up. One of my faves is taking a cup of cold coffee, a caramel shake packet, Sugar Free Chocolate Syrup (like from a coffee shop - I use the Torani brand) and some ice. Into the blender and I've got a 24 gram of Protein Shake. I still drink this to this day.

Another version I like is Fairlife Skim Milk (13 grams of Protein in one cup), a scoop of chocolate protein powder, one tablespoon of PB2 powder and a few pumps of sugar free caramel syrup. Say hello to your snickers protein shake with about 35 grams of protein. (Oh yeah - ice and blender.)

You need to get the shakes in at this point otherwise you aren't going to get your protein you need to heal your body. Keep experimenting.

[AZBlackhawk 122]

Don't give in to the head hunger!! I had RNY so a little different, but, stick with your surgeon's recommendations. Yes, it's boring, but what is the end goal?

I agree with mixing your shakes with a little bit of fruit. I like shakes, convenient and fast and I've been using shakes for about 2 years one way or another.

Call your surgeon's office and get an appointment with the NUT. Or psychologist. My surgeon's team keeps telling us to use them if we need them.

Good luck.

[zh3n 4]

1 hour ago, Diana_in_Philly said:

Have you tried throwing the Protein Powder, some fruit and ice in a blender? I have rarely drunk the shakes straight up. One of my faves is taking a cup of cold coffee, a caramel shake packet, Sugar Free Chocolate Syrup (like from a coffee shop - I use the Torani brand) and some ice. Into the blender and I've got a 24 gram of Protein Shake. I still drink this to this day.

Another version I like is Fairlife Skim Milk (13 grams of Protein in one cup), a scoop of chocolate Protein powder, one tablespoon of PB2 powder and a few pumps of sugar free caramel syrup. Say hello to your snickers Protein Shake with about 35 grams of protein. (Oh yeah - ice and blender.)

You need to get the shakes in at this point otherwise you aren't going to get your protein you need to heal your body. Keep experimenting.

I haven't tried adding fruit to the Protein Shakes, yet. I have cooked oatmeal in vanilla protein shake. I also put some unflavored Unjury Protein Powder in sugar free Jello pudding powder and use a protein shake to make my own Sugar Free Chocolate pudding. I've been wondering if I could have smoothies. If I go to a juice bar or smoothie place and get one made with protein in it? I don't meet with my doctor until Thursday and, I have a lot to ask. I have heard about Fairlife Skim Milk and been wanting to try it. I work nights so, I've been looking for a lot of products that in individual packets or single bottles to take to work and keep in the refrigerator. I will be calling or emailing the NUT or go by her office. I'm a RN and got the surgery done at my hospital & I sometimes see her walking the halls but I will probably email her first.

Thanks for the tips guys! I am really trying but the struggle is 1,000% REAL!!

[Diana_in_Philly 1,426]

Do not have the smoothie place make you things - put them in your own blender at home - you can control the amounts and quality of the items that way. It makes a huge difference. You can mix these ahead and put them in a Blender Bottle and leave them in the fridge at work at the beginning of your shift. shake a few times before drinking and you're good.