1week post op and hungry

[Jennifer143 2]

Hi guys. So tomorrow I am a week post op GS and I am feeling hungry more often than I think I should. I've been keeping up with my broth, SF Jello & Ice Pops and also my Isopure but I still find myself hungry. Has anyone else had this feeling? I have lost 15 lbs since then but I feel like I need a bit more to fill my belly. Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated....

[ddettling 0]

I'm 4 days PO and feel hungry too, or is it in my head?

[GotProlactinoma 458]

I am 5 days out but not actually hungry. I'm having a hard time getting the Water and the Protein in. My goal today is to get more protein in so I'm not so weak. I think my BODY is hungry but I'm not feeling it as hunger, I'm just sensing a weakness.

My nut allows Greek yogurt and veg juice too now, maybe yours does too, just for a variety for my hungry co-sleevers? I bought them but haven't touched them yet.

[Jennifer143 2]

I asked my Nutritionist and she also said it was in my head. But my stomach doesn't feel it's in my head lol.

[shazwott13 27]

I had the same issue and it definitely isn't head hunger. I feel like I'm constantly "eating" if you can call full liquids eating, lol. However, what I have found is that my go-to should be Protein Shake, because it will keep me not feeling hunger the longest (but is also a little harder to tolerate). It is especially distracting at night and interferes with my ability to sleep. This is what I have done... I make sure to drink at least a little Protein shake right before bed. Something else that helps ease the hunger is a few ounces of Tomato Soup made with milk so if I don't fall asleep before my stomach starts growling again, I get up and make some Soup. Warm things ease hunger much better than cold things. I'm guessing this will not be as much of an issue when we can eat solids again

[Jennifer143 2]

Thank you, yea my first week still consists of Clear Liquids but I'm am constantly hungry so I cannot wait until I can have a bit heavier liquids

[SharonKaye 10]

I am 5 days out but not actually hungry. I'm having a hard time getting the Water and the Protein in. My goal today is to get more protein in so I'm not so weak. I think my BODY is hungry but I'm not feeling it as hunger, I'm just sensing a weakness.
My nut allows Greek yogurt and veg juice too now, maybe yours does too, just for a variety for my hungry co-sleevers? I bought them but haven't touched them yet.

We must of had our surgery on the same day - July 18th? I too have had troubles getting the water in or enough liquids for that matter. I tried Greek yogurt but I think it's too heavy cause it caused diarrhea. Been really weak and tired, but tomorrow is another day and will try to get all the liquid in. Keep up the fight.

[NikkiPen 51]

I felt the same way 1-2 weeks out on the liquids. I couldn't figure out why in the world I was hungry. Though, when you start adding foods, that goes away quick. (least it did for me) Try to push through, it gets better. Now I have to remind myself to eat half the time, though I'm starting to figure out when I need to eat now. Get that Protein in, it does amazing things!

[GotProlactinoma 458]

On 7/26/2017 at 1:47 AM, SharonKaye said:

We must of had our surgery on the same day - July 18th? I too have had troubles getting the Water in or enough liquids for that matter. I tried Greek yogurt but I think it's too heavy cause it caused diarrhea. Been really weak and tired, but tomorrow is another day and will try to get all the liquid in. Keep up the fight.

Mine was on the 19th so I probaly counted days wrong. I had an IV today to help against dehydration. I also tried a tiny bit of the Greek yogurt. Need to make more chicken Bone Broth but no energy.

[Nora S 20]

Mine was on the 19th so I probaly counted days wrong. I had an IV today to help against dehydration. I also tried a tiny bit of the Greek yogurt. Need to make more chicken Bone Broth but no energy.

I am 4 days post op and have trouble finishing my Protein milk too. 1 cup takes me a couple of hours to finish. And then its time for my vitamins.. and before i know it, its time for lunch protein milk. I have to take small sips at big sips make me feel bloated and i can feel the air going down my diaphragm!

Does it get better and will i drink this slow forever???

VSG on 25 July 2017

[Linda Still 1]

It gets better. Once you can have soft foods.

[SharonKaye 10]

I'm 10 days out and things are much better. I can easily drink and eat yoguart but not at the same time. My energy is getting back. Since surgery I've lost 20 lbs in 10 days.