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Hi!

My name is Gi and I just had my surgery on Thursday. Right now I'm on a clear liquid diet. I am anticipating the cravings soon and I want to be proactive. I am an emotional eater, unfortunately. Any suggestions or similar experiences?

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Hi, I have yet to have my surgery but I'm supposed to next month I have the appointment with the surgeon next week and I'm a little nervous so tell me how you were doing since you just had your operation

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Hi Braille,

It has been good so far. I think in my head Im hungry but my belly is full. I would recommend you buy the gasX strips because that was my biggest complaint...It takes a few days for the gas to leave your body.

In terms of the emotional eating...I listed my triggers and I am keeping an eye on them. I think that is where my struggle is.

Its been a week and I started at 235...now Im 218....Looking forward to more progress.

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Hi Pattycarlson,

yes one day at a time. I tried to cheat 2 days ago with a piece of bread and some avocado...boy did I pay the price. My stomach was in knots for 24 hrs..

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Hi!

My name is Gi and I just had my surgery on Thursday. Right now I'm on a clear liquid diet. I am anticipating the cravings soon and I want to be proactive. I am an emotional eater, unfortunately. Any suggestions or similar experiences?

Gi

I recommend this book. Also - I saw a psychologist at my Bariatric Center to work in emotional eating (pre-op). They have support groups too. Ask your surgeon about it.

https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-First-Aid-Kit-Practical-ebook/dp/B0054RXXS0?ie=UTF8&btkr=1&redirect=true&ref_=dp-kindle-redirect

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Thanks Kristenle!

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HI Gi,

I was sleeved 7/7 and would love to compare notes.

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