Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Recommended Posts

I am out 4 months of surgery I've lost about 45 to 50 pounds I still find it hard to leave the ice cream alone and sometimes chocolate I know in my hart that I shouldn't have it but in my head I say I've had the surgery and I shouldn't crave any of this but I still do. it's like it calls to me don't know if anyone else has this trouble with things that they love and crave. That its like it call to me and then I Break down and have it and then get mad at myself for it but then I say to myself I will do better tomorrow and try again the next day to do better I do try to get in some exercise by walking walking fast about three times a week if I can if it's not raining out or too hot out and try to go to the gym every now and then but I know that doesn't justify it I just wish I didn't have the Cravens does anybody know a solution for getting rid of the cravings

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yup. Stop eating it.

The more you eat, the more you crave. You stop having it, you stop missing it.

Studies show abstinence works better than moderation in the long run.

Also, have you heard of Halo Top? It's a very low calorie, high Protein ice cream. Kind of spendy, but its a good substitute.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

CONGRATS on the weight loss! What about freezing low fat yogurt? What's you favorite flavor? The whole point of surgery is to help with Portion Control and healthier choices. Try low fat ice cream/fro-yo or Sugar Free Chocolate pudding for the cravings. I stopped craving chocolate milk since I started the nasty Protein Shakes. My surgery is in 2 days.



Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm having the same problem, my cravings are so bad and even though I'm only a month post op I've already been cheating which really bothers me. I truly wish you the best of luck in your journey


Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I don't really consider it cheating if I have a really small scoop of carb smart ice cream and then stop at that. You will need to decide if you can handle just something small like that. It really depends if you have an eating disorder (binge, addiction) or not. I got sugar free popsicles and eat them daily.
I also got some sugar free candies and limit myself to 2 a day because the sugar alcohol can cause stomach discomfort.
I had to completely cut off any kind of regular candy - chocolate was my nemesis. I won't eat that again.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 198 GW 135

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • rinabobina

      I would like to know what questions you wish you had asked prior to your duodenal switch surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×