Head Hunger..HELP!

[skinny_minnie_wannabe 30]

I'm almost 2 weeks post op and on the full liquid until next week. I'm really struggling with head hunger. It is bordering on obsession. I see food everywhere and I crave the comfort of the taste. My husband is eating regular food and it kills me. I thought that I might come to this obstacle but I figured pre-op ickiness would help deal with it. Wrong! I'm super emotional and I have realized how much I relied on food to provide me with comfort. This may sound silly but I'm scared. I don't want this to defeat me. I need this and don't want to turn back to food addiction. This is terrible. What are some of your experiences and tips?

[skinny_minnie_wannabe 30]

I meant to say post-op not pre-op ickiness

[lynetta 11]

You're having to do liquids longer than I did. Are you allowed yogurt and or cottage cheese? sugar free Popsicles were a nice treat for me during that period and creamy Tomato Soup was yummy. Hang in there!

[esskay77 785]

I had wicked cravings at first and thought that this was going to make me fail. However, the cravings went away and I haven't had them since. I mean, I could picture myself eating some of these foods. Just be patient and the severity of the cravings will go away as you move through the food plans.

[Kristin Davina 14]

Skinny Minnie,

I can relate. I have an eating disorder and now that my coping mechanism is gone, I find myself very emotional having to deal with feelings and also dealing with that need (head hunger) a lot. I am only 12 days out but I can say the head hunger is getting a little less and I heard it does lessen as time goes. I think it is important for us to learn other ways of dealing with our emotions and also to find other things to do with our time. I didn't want to be in the house at all this morning because I felt like I was just going to feel trapped and sad so our family went on a walk and a car ride. It helped.

Hope you feel better and please friend/message me whenever you want. I am here for you.

Kris

Edited February 22, 2014 by kdiden

[skinny_minnie_wannabe 30]

You're having to do liquids longer than I did. Are you allowed yogurt and or cottage cheese? sugar free Popsicles were a nice treat for me during that period and creamy Tomato Soup was yummy. Hang in there!

I actually am eating cottage cheese and yogurt which is satisfying. I've learned some new Protein shake recipes and I do eat popsicles as well. I think I just have a ton of downtime. I'm going to look for a therapist to get to the root of everything. I have some unresolved issues that need to be taken care of and wls is an emotional rollercoaster.

[skinny_minnie_wannabe 30]

Hi Kris, I also struggled with an eating disorder. I know that can only complicate things more. I have been sitting around without anything to do and this makes things worse. I think that once I am up and moving, things will get better. I will be able to occupy myself more. I know that a therapist will have to be a part of my journey. I have a great support system, including all of you.

[Kristin Davina 14]

I know this sounds wild but I actually have two therapists now. I was seeing one when I started looking into WLS and my surgeons office has one too that I had to see in order to get approval. I now see both, because one is much more focused on WLS which I feel I need help with!

[lynetta 11]

Excellent plan on seeing the therapist. Hang in there my friend. I don't know your beliefs, but I'll pray for your success. I have two dietitians, one therapist that specializes in treating obesity, and a nurse that are part of my support system. It's so important. Good luck!