Why don’t I get “full”

[amyseattle 19]

I had RNY 1/15. Everything is going great - it amazes me I have no pain whatsoever and am already exercising (walking) and basically getting the hang of the post op diet. I’m so confused though- I eat that Soup or yogurt (4oz) and feel no significant fullness. I hear others can barely get through a few bites.

Any thoughts?

I am losing steadily so... something is working!

[catwoman7 11,223]

Soup is a liquid and goes right through you. Yogurt takes a little longer, but not much. You'll start to really feel the restriction when you get to the solid food stage.

[amyseattle 19]

Thank you! How do I respond to individuals?

[catwoman7 11,223]

8 minutes ago, amyseattle said:

Thank you! How do I respond to individuals?

If you want to reply to them privately, sending a message is the only way to do that. If you mean replying to them where others can see your reply, I always hit the "Quote" button at the bottom of their message so they (and others) know that I'm replying to them specifically.

[Maisey 260]

I had RNY 12/14 and wondered the same thing. I didn't feel hungry but I never felt full either. I just kept to my plan. Since I have started adding pureed and soft foods, I am noticing it more. In fact, I've had one bad episode and 2 smaller episodes where I had excruciating pain and ended up vomiting. But they were definitely "learning experiences." I can't say that I felt exactly full prior. It was evident in the vomit was that I was not chewing thoroughly enough even though I thought I was. I also have realized that I am eating supper way too quickly. I attribute that to my thought patterns of needing to hurry as there is so much to get done between getting home and going to bed. When I really focus on slowing down, I realize that it's probably wise not to finish what is on my plate (even though it is within my guidelines) and it hasn't happened again.

[amyseattle 19]

On 01/23/2021 at 19:51, catwoman7 said:

Soup is a liquid and goes right through you. Yogurt takes a little longer, but not much. You'll start to really feel the restriction when you get to the solid food stage.

It’s so interesting that I wasn’t told this! Thank you

[amyseattle 19]

On 01/24/2021 at 04:34, OAGBPal said:

Hi Amy

We bypassers (RNY, MGB) have a low pressure pouch, meaning there's nothing really stopping liquids from running through to our intestines. What you should be looking for is satiety (your body sending you signals you had a satisfactory amount to eat), not the "fullness" feeling.

I'm not an RNY'er, so I don't know what your pouch feels like, and I know there's less tolerance of foods in general, but there's no biological reason you should feel "full" from having Soup.

Thank you and I should not compare my experience to others. Thanks again and great explanations from you!

[amyseattle 19]

On 01/24/2021 at 08:35, Maisey said:

I had RNY 12/14 and wondered the same thing. I didn't feel hungry but I never felt full either. I just kept to my plan. Since I have started adding pureed and soft foods, I am noticing it more. In fact, I've had one bad episode and 2 smaller episodes where I had excruciating pain and ended up vomiting. But they were definitely "learning experiences." I can't say that I felt exactly full prior. It was evident in the vomit was that I was not chewing thoroughly enough even though I thought I was. I also have realized that I am eating supper way too quickly. I attribute that to my thought patterns of needing to hurry as there is so much to get done between getting home and going to bed. When I really focus on slowing down, I realize that it's probably wise not to finish what is on my plate (even though it is within my guidelines) and it hasn't happened again.

How’s it going in general for you? What’s the yummiest recipe you’ve make during the mushy phase?