Surgery 8/3, and I'm Hungry!

[kadydid86 0]

I had RnY on Monday the 3rd. I'm now almost day 5 post-surgery. I'm getting tired of low sugar Protein Drinks because they all taste fake and I'm trying to force liquids, but it's not easy. I am on "stage 2 full liquid" and can't have pudding or Jell-O, or anything that can't go through a fine mesh strainer. All I want is something crunchy and salty Any suggestions? Has anyone been here before?

[Daisee68 2,493]

Yep we have all been there and it is either a) head hunger or acid reflux. If you are having physical signs if hunger, try taking a Zantac. It helps. I promise. If it is head hunger, you just have to wait it out. Find something else to do to occupy your mind. It's hard I know but it's not worth risking your internal healing. I had a lot of broth and I actually drank a little Pickle Juice which helped with hydration (hey why not athletes do it) and the salty taste helped. Powerade Zero also has a bit of a salty taste and may help. Honestly I am surprised you can't have Jello. Check that again. It dissolves in your mouth (if u allow it to) and is generally considered part of liquids. I will say I remember a couple of bites of jello filled me up though in that first week. Hang in there. You will transition to more foods soon. PS if you have worked with a therapist, reach out to them. They can help with the head hu get at this stage.

[mitzie46 116]

Yes I remember that well! I kept thinking the surgery didn't work. It was head hunger. Hang in there and wait it out. You will be in the next phase before you know it:). I agree with daisee68. Try to distract yourself. Head hunger is a challenge for many of us.

[James Marusek 5,244]

Your body has a natural need to chew. It is an important part of the digestive process. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/07/31/chewing-foods.aspx By solely eating liquids you deprive your body of this need. Luckily this phase does not last long and you will soon transition into solids.

[Niki15 198]

Kadydid my surgery was 4th and I can have Sf Jello and pudding double check that .I thought I eas hungry last night as I have had alotvof rumbling going on still have alot of gas chewed on some tums last night that helped..

[kadydid86 0]

I checked with my nurse before I left. She said Jello doesn't always break down and they didn't want anything getting stuck yet. It stinks.

[BrownEyedTxGirl 139]

I had surgery 8/3 as well but have no desire to eat anything. I set a timer to remind me to drink my Protein shakes and Soup.

What about sugar free Popsicles...maybe that would help with your hunger/cravings?

One more thing...have you tried Premier Protein Shakes? I found these to not be as chalky and thick as other shakes!

Edited August 9, 2015 by BrownEyedTxGirl

[kadydid86 0]

Is it weird that I'm wanting to eat? Everyone I've heard from had no desire to eat and I feel like something is wrong!

[Daisee68 2,493]

@katydid86 - no there is nothing wrong with you. It's just a head hunger battle you have to overcome if it is beating you.