6 months post mini gastric bypass. Weight loss seems to be consistent but there seems to be some increase in hunger level as compared to 3 months back. Is it normal?

[pacific007 2]

It's 6 months since my mini gastric bypass. I have lost total of 55 Kg or 121.25 lbs. My weight loss trend is still hovering around 6 Kg (13.2 lbs) loss/month.

But from last 3 months, I have seen increase in my hunger. In terms of percentage, the increase would be 20 % as compared to the 3 months back. Is this normal?

I am also spending a lot of time for workout - around 6 hours of cardio and 12 hours for strength training + HIIT + weights every week. Not sure if that along with muscle i am developing is causing this hunger? or maybe its normal?

Also, lost my job to layoffs recently but finances are not an issue. So just trying to maintain calm and avoid any emotional eating.

My current weight is 92.5 Kg or 203.5 lbs. Should I get my metabolism evaluated to see my calorie requirement or wait upto 1 year for weight to stabilize? I had my surgery outside country of residence due to surgery wait times. I do teleconference with bariatric surgeon every 3 months, but no in person visit option available.

Please suggest.

Thank you

Edited July 7, 2023 by pacific007

[omrhsn 621]

Hi. I'm 18 months post MGB so I can relate. I had a similar experience like you but it was after 12 months or so. Everyone is different. What I do now is I make sure that I've something healthy to snack on with me. I pack extra salad with lots of lettuce and take it with me to the office. If I feel hungry, I'll have that otherwise I'll be looking for something else to eat.

For me, I think it is a mental thing and not a real hunger. If I eat just a little or drink Water or coffee it goes away.

I hope this helps. Checking with your surgeon is a good idea

[Possum220 230]

If you are working out more you will be burning off energy and that will be increasing your hunger.

I found that adding vegetables to my meals helps me to feel fuller.

[GettinSkinnywithit 180]

My hunger came back with a vengeance about 6-7 months post op. Just your body adjusting. Acknowledge it happens and stay strong!