Is it normal to think about the foods you can't have?

[4them 0]

I am just starting into the 'pureed' stage and I think of all the foods I WISH I could have. I am strictly following the doctors orders. But I would be lying if I said I didn't miss regular food. Does this 'craving' go away??

[BetsyB 9]

Yes, it's normal. It gets easier with time--and as you approach restriction.

[4them 0]

Thank you Betsy. I am very new to this (just joined today) and have been looking for some inspiration. I have seen a lot of your posts and been inspired...thanks for posting!

[KimmyTx 0]

I agree. Betsy's posts are VERY inspiring. Yes, it's normal to crave. I've never been super crazy about pizza but guess what I craved (so much it was painful!) the first 3 or so weeks after surgery? Plus, it didn't help that every single commercial I saw was for cheese-dripping, mouth-watering pizza. Thankfully I never gave into those cravings and they do get much, much better and easier to tolerate. I am now almost 6-weeks out and haven't given into temptation one single time, which is nothing short of a miracle for me, so just know it gets easier.

[vlp1968 83]

I am a little over 8 months out and still have cravings. They have lessened for sure. They also don't last as long as they used to. Due to addiction issues I plan to stay away from refined carbs and high fat foods from now on. So far so good. It does get better, hang in there. You are off to a great start!

[futurbander2007 24]

I am two and half yrs out and I still get cravings. pizza is at the top of my list but I am too scared to even try it. I have fairly good restriction and there are still many many things I wish I could have. Wish I could tell you it gets better but for me there are days that are absolutely miserable and all I think about is food! lol :smile2: