4 weeks out and questions about feeling full.

[SweetnLow 1]

Hi,

I am 4 weeks out and I really don't feel hungry but when I eat I don't feel full. I left the hospital on a pureed diet.

I am now eating 3 meals a day which consist of

2 tbsp of finely diced or pureed chicken, fish, crab or scallop, Greek yogurt, cheese

2 tbsp of either pureed/mashed fruit or vegetable.

1 tsp of promise margarine or canola oil per meal to ensure I am getting enough Alpha Lineolic acid.

I am also drinking 2 Protein Shakes per day.

I have not had any problem with any food I have tried. I guess I should feel lucky but this also scares me a little. (I haven't tried beef yet as my doctor says no beef for 6 months).

The only time I felt full was when I was in a hurry and drank my whole Protein Shake 8oz in about 10 minutes with out thinking. I felt somewhat uncomfortable but not in pain. I usually drink my Protein shake in 20 to 30 minutes with no problem.

It seems there are a lot of members who are having issues with keeping foods down, fullness, etc. I am scared that my pouch is too big and I will have problems later. Is there anyone out there who had no issues at all and has done well long term with weight loss. I just need some assurance.

[graceann0888 145]

I had the same concerns, I am five weeks out and just in the last couple of days I have started to feel full. They say it can take 4-6 weeks for the nerves in your pouch to start repairing/regrowing. So I wouldn't be too concerned, just measure or weigh food so you don't stretch your pouch.