Fishy 6 Posted August 13, 2012 I think hunger and cravings are some of my biggest problems. If RNY doesnt fix that, then there may be no point. So are you still hungry after surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted August 14, 2012 No I'm hardly ever hungry. No head hunger or nothing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kristy3k 1,133 Posted August 14, 2012 I think hunger and cravings are some of my biggest problems. If RNY doesnt fix that' date=' then there may be no point. So are you still hungry after surgery?[/quote'] I haven't had a hunger pain yet and I am almost 6 months post op. it's just a way different lifestyle. It's hard to be sure but so worth the rewards! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kristy3k 1,133 Posted August 14, 2012 I haven't had a hunger pain yet and I am almost 6 months post op. it's just a way different lifestyle. It's hard to be sure but so worth the rewards! Oh... The cravings are still there just not as bad and really after surgery you can't physically have what you crave. Then down the road you don't hardly ever get cravings or at least I don't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PaulB 346 Posted August 14, 2012 Right after surgery I had a craving for Kraft Mac & cheese 13 days later no more cravings. And the big pouch grumbles every now and then but doc Said it would for a little while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yolyann 56 Posted August 14, 2012 No I'm hardly ever hungry. No head hunger or nothing. I'm jealous lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lovealways 287 Posted August 14, 2012 I think going into this surgery, it's important to be realistic with expectations, as this surgery is far from "magic" or a cure. To some extent yes, there will be cravings. It's knowing how best to handle them when they do arise and figure out for yourself ways to cope woth the cravings by developing a new hobby, etc. I'm sure they're more manageable after surgery, but of course there will always be certain foods that trigger a mental craving. 3 BBdoodle, jennamommy and DLCoggin reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted August 14, 2012 I'm jealous lol Don't be. I'm struggling over here but I'm sure it will get easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
music1618 879 Posted August 14, 2012 With the cravings I just tell myself someday I can eat that again, but with smaller portions. I have been surprised about what I have been craving. I thought candy bars would be at the top of my list but I do not miss them at all. 1 Yolyann reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBdoodle 483 Posted August 14, 2012 I do get hungry at times but as soon as I eat or have a little snack it goes away. Like if I'm craving something that is a no-no and I have something healthy, low fat, low calorie the craving goes away. Sometimes we eat out of habit and not out of hunger. After surgery I have learned to identify what is really hunger and what is "habit". 1 DLCoggin reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fishy 6 Posted August 14, 2012 I do get hungry at times but as soon as I eat or have a little snack it goes away. Like if I'm craving something that is a no-no and I have something healthy, low fat, low calorie the craving goes away. Sometimes we eat out of habit and not out of hunger. After surgery I have learned to identify what is really hunger and what is "habit". Its funny seeing you say "low fat", because my doctor and surgeon think low fat diets are the devil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjoyce 187 Posted August 14, 2012 I have to look at the clock regularly to remember to eat....no hunger at all (8 weeks post op). Really no cravings either....I used to not be able to avoid coworkers chocolate dishes at their desks and now I don't even want a piece. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SilviaC 20 Posted August 14, 2012 I am 2 weeks 1 day post op and to this date I have not felt hunger pain at all. I was craving food the first week but once this second week not at all. I am disliking certain foods that I use to love just by not being hungry. I have to remind myself to eat at least 3 to 5 times a day or else I can go the entire morning or afternoon without eating where as before I was constantly hungry and eating. I am so loving this new like and change:-) surgery date: 7/30/12 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBdoodle 483 Posted August 14, 2012 Its funny seeing you say "low fat", because my doctor and surgeon think low fat diets are the devil. Why does your doctors say that? Since surgery I have religiously watched my fat intake, I am not totally fat free because your body needs "good" fats, olive oil, avacado, etc. etc. If I do eat processed foods it is "low fat". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fishy 6 Posted August 14, 2012 Why does your doctors say that? Since surgery I have religiously watched my fat intake, I am not totally fat free because your body needs "good" fats, olive oil, avacado, etc. etc. If I do eat processed foods it is "low fat". Well my surgeon has been a bariatric surgeon for over 25 years, and has had thousands of patients. He said he used to be a low fat disciple but the numbers dont lie and those who limit fat intake do not do as well as low who simply go low carb. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
