Food unappealing

[Lizzy0827 11]

Just looking for some insight from people who have "been there". I am 2 weeks out and honestly, food is unappealing right now. Before surgery I went out and got Soups, tuna, chicken salad fixings...all these things that I could eat on a mushy/soft diet. It all sounded so good when I was on my pre-op diet and now none of it sounds good. From previous experience....have any of you had this happened if so, when did it get better. I really do want to be able to eat again and somewhat enjoy it. I am also kind of afraid to try new things as I don't want to get sick. Any words of wisdom or advise???

[pen 33]

I went through something similar. I bought Soups but ended up making my own.

I feel for you.

All I can say is do your best to get in your Protein and Water. It will pass. Some things you may never want again. It does get better. If you can have eggs, scramble them with cottage cheese. It was pretty good.

This stage was rough for me. I wanted to eat foods allowed and was so excited but once I made them I just couldn't do it. I just focused on the Protein, which became a chore, and ate sugar free popsicles.

Good luck. Remember it gets better!

[Tawnie 99]

I still struggle with wanting food. It brought me such pleasure in my pre-sleeve life. . I waste stuff now. Things do not taste same. My favs are not my favs anymore. Trying to find new things right now. I am about 7 weeks out. I did get some of changs whit meat chicken. No rice. And their special dipping sauce and that us frankly the only thing I have truly enjoyed.

I think in a few months things will change. It's hard but I never thought our journey would be easy.

Good luck and just keep trying.

[MissMissy3 2]

I did the same thing preop and blenderized it. After surgery I didn't want any of it.

I have found since surgery that i crave savory flavors and not sweets so much anymore. I love Greek yogurt. It's been my savoir.

I also like egg beaters with cheese.

It just takes time and your tastes do change.

I had surgery Jan. 23rd and i am still learning.

Good luck on your journey!