The New Kel 1,312 Posted October 23, 2016 I am 3 weeks post op. I was one of those weirdos who was actually hungry up until almost two weeks post op. I was worried that the part about removing the hunger hormone leptin hadn't happened for me. Now, for the past week and at week 3, I can comfortably say I no longer feel hunger all day. in fact, I only feel it when I have gone too long without eating, like 4 hours or so. The mental obsession and mentally visualizing food is over. I still get occasional cravings but it's when I truly need to eat. AND, the best part is that I'm not depressed about not being able to eat cheeseburgers, etc anymore. Now I crave healthy protein! I'm just posting to let any new sleeves know that if you are hungry all the time, most likely it is a temporary condition and it will pass. Best wishes to all! Kel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karen.del 4 Posted October 23, 2016 Thank you @@The New Kel for this post.. I am only 4 days post op and I am starving! I am able to drink a lot but it doesn't make me full. You have given me hope! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The New Kel 1,312 Posted October 23, 2016 (edited) Thank you @@The New Kel for this post.. I am only 4 days post op and I am starving! I am able to drink a lot but it doesn't make me full. You have given me hope! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App @@karen.del I'm glad! I posted for those who are going through what I through, fear of always being hungry. It goes away, I promise! Good luck you!! Edited October 23, 2016 by The New Kel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
h.brooks661989 50 Posted October 23, 2016 Im 5 days post op and if i drink my tummy rumbles is this normal Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meggiesmom 10 Posted October 23, 2016 Thank you @@The New Kel for this..very encouraging. I am 3.days postop and i am having hunger pangs and thinking about food.. i know.its all in the mind but its been really rough to be honest Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alivette 7 Posted October 23, 2016 Good to know because I'm hungry but can't eat good and I want all this hungry to go down. Sent from my SM-G360T1 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mollydeez 25 Posted October 23, 2016 Oh my god THANK YOU for this. I am a week post op tomorrow and I feel like I'm crazy for wanting chicken wings and burgers and food. like I know I can't do it but like I can't stop thinking about food or anything. This brought me much relief. Thank you!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cant Delete Account 4 Posted October 24, 2016 Thank you!! I'm 5 days post op and I'm hungry I think. My stomach feels weird and gurgles and I think I feel hunger in the center of my chest. My menu plan does not include jell-o does anyone know why It's not allowed on the full liquid diet phase? I know things will get better and I do feel stupid for complaining. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meggiesmom 10 Posted October 24, 2016 Oh my god THANK YOU for this. I am a week post op tomorrow and I feel like I'm crazy for wanting chicken wings and burgers and food. like I know I can't do it but like I can't stop thinking about food or anything. This brought me much relief. Thank you!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App im in the same boat. Cravings left and right. I thought thr hunger would go away temporarily postop.... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karen.del 4 Posted October 31, 2016 (edited) @@Meggiesmom .. I need more reassurance. .. I am now 12 days post op.. on puréed diet and am still hungry!! I feel like every person I talk to says "I can't eat an egg.. I don't want to eat.. I'm never hungry" I am so scared that this is not working for me at all. ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Edited October 31, 2016 by karen.del Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LittleLizzieLilliput 919 Posted October 31, 2016 I'm 21 days post Op today and I don't feel hunger anymore either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted October 31, 2016 @@Meggiesmom .. I need more reassurance. .. I am now 12 days post op.. on puréed diet and am still hungry!! I feel like every person I talk to says "I can't eat an egg.. I don't want to eat.. I'm never hungry" I am so scared that this is not working for me at all. ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Are you on a PPI? I am at same stage as you and can't say I'm hungry. I do still have head hunger but not as bad. I am drinking alot of fluids and eat about 2ozs every 3 hours (4-5 times a day). I wait a good 30 mins after to start drinking. I have about 20ozs of fluids in between meals. What are you eating for puree? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karen.del 4 Posted November 1, 2016 (edited) @@KristenLe What's a PPi? I've been eating cottage cheese, hummus, re fried Beans, puréed chicken Soup, egg whites. I've been eating 3 meals a day plus a sf pudding as a snack, 2 Protein shakes and get in all my Water. I do the same .. wait 30 mins after eating to drink etc. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Edited November 1, 2016 by karen.del Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted November 1, 2016 @@KristenLe What's a PPi? I've been eating cottage cheese, hummus, re fried Beans, puréed chicken Soup, egg whites. I've been eating 3 meals a day plus a sf pudding as a snack, 2 Protein shakes and get in all my Water. I do the same .. wait 30 mins after eating to drink etc. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App A PPI is an acid reducer like Prilosec. Increased stomach acid can often mimic hunger. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daniella5 33 Posted November 1, 2016 @@Meggiesmom .. I need more reassurance. .. I am now 12 days post op.. on puréed diet and am still hungry!! I feel like every person I talk to says "I can't eat an egg.. I don't want to eat.. I'm never hungry" I am so scared that this is not working for me at all. ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App OMG..I GOT SLEEVE LAST WEEK!!!!!!! IM 6 DAYS POST OP..and right now,i,was telling my husband i feel so,hungry. I lost 2 pounds yesterday and i gain 2 today. This,post gives me so much hope.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
