Chelsdkunk5894 2 Posted November 24, 2015 I really need help with finding food I can eat.. For some reason my appetite is completely gone and I don't eat like I should.. I'm really concerned and need any help you guys can give me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cervidae 2,389 Posted November 24, 2015 How far out from surgery are you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Marusek 5,244 Posted November 24, 2015 After RNY surgery, I completely lost my appetite. I found it difficult to eat hard foods, such as steak and chicken. I found that eating softer foods such as chili and Soups worked well for me. I have included a few recipes in the following article. http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dar200 285 Posted November 25, 2015 I had an appetite the first two weeks after surgery, now none. I get a little hungry late in the day so I have been having soft Protein. I'm just now at four weeks and I'm so happy JamesMaurek has posted his stuff because he is accurate with his information, always, and I remember reading some of his recipes before surgery and thinking they sounded like things I would like post op. At five months out these should work fine for you. James, I'm copying all of your recipes this time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chelsdkunk5894 2 Posted November 25, 2015 I'm 5 months out and a very good friend of mine (who had the sleeve done over a year ago) got me to eat a piece of chicken tonight for supper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
realmesearch 2 Posted November 25, 2015 I am five months out and really struggle with foods to eat. My smell has been heightened since surgery so if I cook something, the smell will get to me. I eat all types of Soup and have recently started trying different meats. Usually after a couple of bites I don't want it. What I don't need as much is what settles well on my stomach. So I still depend on Protein Shakes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WildGrits 101 Posted November 25, 2015 At that time I was living off Progresso Soups with 8grams or higher Protein, cottage cheese, fruit and Dannon 80's yogurt. My whole life before the surgery I hated mashed potatoes, now I cant get enough of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RuxieGirl 11 Posted November 25, 2015 I am 4.5 months out and am still struggling with what to eat. I'm still eating chili almost daily. I try to make homemade but often have to resort to a can. Fortunately the can lasts for 3 meals! I have been doing meats and stews in the crockpot that I tolerate fairly well, like salsa chicken or beef stew. I can't do chicken anymore unless it's completely soft. Scrambled eggs are a big part of my diet as well. I'm tending to stick with foods that can be easily measured in a 1/4 cup scoop. As long as your blood levels are coming back in good range and you feel well, then I think it's OK, it won't be forever. My thought is let's lose as much as we can while we don't feel like eating! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites