TropicalGirl1205 84 Posted March 11, 2013 I'm almost 3 weeks post op. why am I hungry?! I need some good ideas for food to eat! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ASKSARAH - Sleeve 256 Posted March 11, 2013 YOU'RE NOT HUNGRY. you should be eating every 3- hours small Protein rich meals. Drink Water, Go for a walk ( small or big) GO find something to do. Set a Timer for 30 min. Drink more Water. If after 30 min if your still hungry have some protien. If your tummy "feels" hungry make sure you are are on a effective PPI. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erp 2,016 Posted March 12, 2013 Sarah not sure why you think someone can't be hungry 3 weeks out. I'm on a PPI and I get hungry. I agree that eating every few hours keeps hunger at bay. To the OP, follow your Drs orders but right now I enjoy cheese sticks, Greek yogurt, meatballs, and really soft veggies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erp 2,016 Posted March 12, 2013 Proton pump inhibitor- fancy name for a type of antacid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Travel Guru 40 Posted March 12, 2013 Don't worry, I was hungry all the time too at that stage.. I ate quite often, however making all the right choices, which was mostly Protein. When I started to incorporated more foods (on next stage), the hunger was def not as bad. I am very happy with my results, 42 pounds down, 9 weeks post op.. You will do fine, Good Luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TropicalGirl1205 84 Posted March 12, 2013 Thanks! I am on Prilosec and have been on it for months, even before surgery. I heard it takes some time for Grehlin, the hunger hormone, to calm down. I guess I'll give it more time before I don't feel hungry anymore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
