So from 1day post op I could not tolerate any of the protein drinks. They suggested using protein powder and that was the same. So I had to try to get protein in my own way. I started adding lentils and chickpeas to my soups etc. Then I wanted to leave the soup more puréed then liquid and progresses from there. I’m now 3 weeks post op and all I want is a salad ( Ha ) I am now eating soft foods with some lumps but I feel good and have had no problems. I just hope I am not over eating because I haven’t felt full really or had any problems. I can manage 1/2 a cup to 1 cup per meal ? Anyone else have this problem ?

I have the same issue. Pre OP, I was told to try different brands of protein shakes to make sure I find a brand/flavor I like especially since I'll be stuck drinking it. Well now, I can't stand any of the flavors I got. My favorite sweets are anything chocolate, and now I hate them. You are lucky your doctor's program has a puree stage. My program is 28 days post-op of full liquids and starting slow but I'll be able to eat normally again minus raw vegetables of course for I believe another month. Only 10 more days to go! Lol

As for feeling full, I am now able to drink more water than a week ago. Instead of sips, I can drink more. When eating/drinking my soups. I eat until I feel a little pain ( only 2-4 spoon full ) and I know I'm full. Remember with a new tummy you have to now basically train yourself to know you are full. I would take a spoonful and maybe wait a min until the next intake. Congrats btw on this new journey!!!

I had the sleeve done right before thanksgiving and in the beginning I was worried about never feeling full in the liquid and puréed and even soft stages. When you get to the regular stages you will know full!

I know immediately when I am full, one more bite and I am beyond miserable. It’s not about should I stop, I STOP.

I also have a strange little thing happen to me when I eat dense meat like steak or chicken, I get the hiccups. If I don’t chew my food incredibly well, I get crazy wild hiccups. At first I thought it was just my imagination, but nope it’s a thing.

every stage is a little different and your body tells you what it needs and what it doesn’t need