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Thanks for the post Shelly- I feel like you are speaking right to me. I have been in the throws of self-pity for a while now. I, too, have been blessed greatly, yet still seem to expect more. But, we must put it into perspective. Eating less is worth it, it is just hard to stick to it sometimes. I have come to the point that I know I am a weak person and have to work hard to have the strength to stand up for myself. Sometimes though, I need some one to help hold me up.

I would also like to add that you will feel hunger in your tummy if you have too much acid. You need to take an acid blocker like prevacid or zantac once a day for a few weeks, especially right after surgery. This is where some folks hunger comes from.. too much acid. Some if it is head hunger. Are you bored? Sometimes when I am bored, I tend to have that "never get full" thing and am always looking for something to snack on or eat. I had to really work on that after surgery. I am almost two years out and have been at goal for almost a year. Try drinking some water when you think you need to eat and cut back on the carbs. They make you crave more. Find something to do to keep your mind and hands busy. That should help with it. If you are busy, time will pass and you will realize you were not truly hungry. HTH Tammi

What are the shakes you are drinking. I buy the bariatric fusion. Mint chocolate chip and chocolate mousse are my faves. I hated the shakes at first. But I decided I was gonna do this right - and I needed to grow-up and be mature about it. Now i actually enjoy the shakes. And the pre-op liquid diet is the hardest part in my opinion. But it is a great way to prepare you mentally to saying goodbye to the food for awhile. I did liquids for 2 weeks post-op too. Way easier. After surgery you are never hungry.

Do protein shakes for about 10 days- I bet you get under 200 faster than u think. I had surgery 20 weeks ago. Started out at 264. Today I weigh 178. I really limit carbs and i work out everyday. Keep us posted. You can do it.

this is absolutely the hardest part right here. Can you try a different protein shake. I love the Premier chocolate protein drinks from Costco. Other ones I'm not to crazy about.........This will pass soon and you will be ok.