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:help: It has been 7 days since my surgery. Every day I have been stuggling with major hunger issues due to the liquid diet. I was drinking something at least every 2 to 3 hours, yet I could not shake my growling stomach. Last night I broke down and had 2 Tsp of Creamy Lite Peanutbutter. I could not help myself. I licked it slowly off the spoon. It made me feel full all night and I don't seem to have any bad symptoms. But I am still worried. Does anyone know the effects of Peanutbutter during the liquid phase???? :eek:

I had Lap Band surgery on 20 December 2007. My recovery has been great, however I am battling hunger pains on an hourly basis. I drink Protein shakes and fluids every 2 to 3 hours, yet I still have constant hunger pains and stomach growling. I would sincerely welcome any advice on other "food substitutes" other than chicken broth and SF Jello - OR - tools on how to concure the hunger. I really don't think I can do 2 more weeks of this liquid diet!!! :faint:

Dear Tarheelluv, You hit the proverbial nail on the head!! I guess the requirements are different because the surgeons are different as well as the patients! I feel great and I am not vomiting. But what I am doing is COMPLETELY OBSESSING about food because of this multi-week liquid diet. I am afraid I might go nuts when I do get the green light to move to puree, soft foods and than eventually regular foods.

Thanks to all who responded to my Peanut Butter issue during the full liquid phase of the diet. I was greatful to hear that others had done it, so I was not alone. And it was helpful to know why I should refrain and tough out the next 2 weeks. I have tossed the PB jar in the garbage. :clap2: