I'm one year post-op and I'm eating almost everything but in small quantities (please don't tell my doctor ?). I noticed that I can't stand seeing or smelling food after finishing my meal regardless of what food I ate. It is not a big deal if I'm eating at home since I can just move to a different room or go out for a walk. Last week we were invited to a restaurant. The smell coming from the kitchen was really appetizing when we went in and I was excited to get my food. I enjoyed the meal but I wanted to leave as soon as was done eating. I really couldn't stand the smell coming from the kitchen after eating. The group wanted to have a chat after meal and I was really struggling to keep up. That feeling went away after a few minutes but still it was difficult. I follow a lot of food photographers on social media and I always avoid checking my feed after meals for the exact same reason.

Anyone with similar experience?

Yep, still happening to me after four years! After I've eaten, the sight or smell of food makes me naueous.

I have a bit of this myself; once I reach something resembling satisfied I just want what's left taken away from me, I can't stand to look at it.

Yep - sometimes packing up leftovers gets me to gag. I've noticed that having something else (non food scented) to smell helps; a candle, a napkin with an essential oil, etc. Even washing my hands with a good smelling soap can help take the edge off. It doesn't happen all the time, but I definitely know the feeling.

13 hours ago, Recidivist said:

Yep, still happening to me after four years! After I've eaten, the sight or smell of food makes me naueous.

13 hours ago, pintsizedmallrat said:

I have a bit of this myself; once I reach something resembling satisfied I just want what's left taken away from me, I can't stand to look at it.

Good to hear I'm not the only one. I hope this is just a phase and it will go away. Good luck

10 hours ago, Sleeve_Me_Alone said:

Yep - sometimes packing up leftovers gets me to gag. I've noticed that having something else (non food scented) to smell helps; a candle, a napkin with an essential oil, etc. Even washing my hands with a good smelling soap can help take the edge off. It doesn't happen all the time, but I definitely know the feeling.

I'll definitely try that. Thanks for the tips. Here is what worked for me so far:

- sucking mints (sugar-free ones) really helps. I carry them with me everywhere I go.

- I don't eat before cooking my food (which I do once a week). Otherwise I won't be able to do it.

- Going for a walk after the meal also helps