Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Peg, I was complaining about these same two issues what seems like just the other day. !!!! My theory goes something like this.....we are hungry and so our stomaches are saying " hey bub skip the water I want Food!! " I felt like food " settled " better than water. Mornings were the worst. I needed to go real slow with both food and water. I found really really cold water was best for me maybe it numbed the discomfort a bit?? Make sure that you wait after eating like a whole hour, then try really cold ice water. I haven't got the whole 64 oz in yet but I'm working on it and it is getting a bit (read that tiny bit) easier. lolI I had my rny 7/24/01 so I am not much further along than you but thought I should " share " lol I felt like drinking water was like just too much of a shock, hit my tummy too fast . I ate sugarfree lifesaver pops for weeks to keep liquids flowing. best of luck. @@ .. ~ I'm hungry a lot > Hi gang, > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially only > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and half > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > soon after surgery. > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > it's strange. > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. I > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to drink. > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > the pill down. > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of the > ache it gives me. > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > Thanks, > Peg > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Peg, I was complaining about these same two issues what seems like just the other day. !!!! My theory goes something like this.....we are hungry and so our stomaches are saying " hey bub skip the water I want Food!! " I felt like food " settled " better than water. Mornings were the worst. I needed to go real slow with both food and water. I found really really cold water was best for me maybe it numbed the discomfort a bit?? Make sure that you wait after eating like a whole hour, then try really cold ice water. I haven't got the whole 64 oz in yet but I'm working on it and it is getting a bit (read that tiny bit) easier. lolI I had my rny 7/24/01 so I am not much further along than you but thought I should " share " lol I felt like drinking water was like just too much of a shock, hit my tummy too fast . I ate sugarfree lifesaver pops for weeks to keep liquids flowing. best of luck. @@ .. ~ I'm hungry a lot > Hi gang, > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially only > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and half > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > soon after surgery. > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > it's strange. > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. I > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to drink. > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > the pill down. > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of the > ache it gives me. > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > Thanks, > Peg > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Peg, I was complaining about these same two issues what seems like just the other day. !!!! My theory goes something like this.....we are hungry and so our stomaches are saying " hey bub skip the water I want Food!! " I felt like food " settled " better than water. Mornings were the worst. I needed to go real slow with both food and water. I found really really cold water was best for me maybe it numbed the discomfort a bit?? Make sure that you wait after eating like a whole hour, then try really cold ice water. I haven't got the whole 64 oz in yet but I'm working on it and it is getting a bit (read that tiny bit) easier. lolI I had my rny 7/24/01 so I am not much further along than you but thought I should " share " lol I felt like drinking water was like just too much of a shock, hit my tummy too fast . I ate sugarfree lifesaver pops for weeks to keep liquids flowing. best of luck. @@ .. ~ I'm hungry a lot > Hi gang, > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially only > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and half > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > soon after surgery. > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > it's strange. > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. I > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to drink. > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > the pill down. > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of the > ache it gives me. > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > Thanks, > Peg > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Peg, 3 hours in between meals is too long in my opinion. It I don't eat every couple hours, I'm doomed for sure, especially when consuming liquids. Not being able to drink was a bit of a problem for me. I found that excessively cold water bothered me...room temperature was best (for me), some others say opposite is better for them, unfortunately, it's trial and error, and what you find suitable for you. My suggestion is this: Continue to drink whatever you can, sip broths of soup if you must, Popsicles, anything non carbonated/caffenated to replenish fluid intake. You don't need water per sey, as long as you're getting in some sort of fluids. Keep us posted! Dawn I'm hungry a lot Hi gang, I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially only 3-4 weeks out, don't. I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and half a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this soon after surgery. What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think it's strange. Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. I have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to drink. Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get the pill down. What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of the ache it gives me. Any thoughts appreciated. Thanks, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Peg, 3 hours in between meals is too long in my opinion. It I don't eat every couple hours, I'm doomed for sure, especially when consuming liquids. Not being able to drink was a bit of a problem for me. I found that excessively cold water bothered me...room temperature was best (for me), some others say opposite is better for them, unfortunately, it's trial and error, and what you find suitable for you. My suggestion is this: Continue to drink whatever you can, sip broths of soup if you must, Popsicles, anything non carbonated/caffenated to replenish fluid intake. You don't need water per sey, as long as you're getting in some sort of fluids. Keep us posted! Dawn I'm hungry a lot Hi gang, I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially only 3-4 weeks out, don't. I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and half a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this soon after surgery. What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think it's strange. Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. I have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to drink. Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get the pill down. What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of the ache it gives me. Any thoughts appreciated. Thanks, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Peg, 3 hours in between meals is too long in my opinion. It I don't eat every couple hours, I'm doomed for sure, especially when consuming liquids. Not being able to drink was a bit of a problem for me. I found that excessively cold water bothered me...room temperature was best (for me), some others say opposite is better for them, unfortunately, it's trial and error, and what you find suitable for you. My suggestion is this: Continue to drink whatever you can, sip broths of soup if you must, Popsicles, anything non carbonated/caffenated to replenish fluid intake. You don't need water per sey, as long as you're getting in some sort of fluids. Keep us posted! Dawn I'm hungry a lot Hi gang, I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially only 3-4 weeks out, don't. I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and half a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this soon after surgery. What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think it's strange. Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. I have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to drink. Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get the pill down. What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of the ache it gives me. Any thoughts appreciated. Thanks, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Hi Peg! I get hungry about every 2 hours. I don't eat much when I do eat so I figured that is why I get hungry more often. I have my days where I have to MAKE myself eat and other days it just comes naturally! On another note to anyone...The last couple of days I have been throwing up after eating meats or like last night I threw up on a baked potato. Does anyone have any suggestions for what I am doing wrong? Eating to fast? This is really starting to be a pain in the arse if ya know what I mean. I NEEEEEEEEED to get some protein in me without yacking it back up! Let me know if ya'll have any suggestions. Hugs, Kim in Methuen studiopeg@... wrote: > > Hi gang, > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially > only > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and > half > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > soon after surgery. > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > it's strange. > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. > I > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to > drink. > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > the pill down. > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of > the > ache it gives me. > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > Thanks, > Peg > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Hi Peg! I get hungry about every 2 hours. I don't eat much when I do eat so I figured that is why I get hungry more often. I have my days where I have to MAKE myself eat and other days it just comes naturally! On another note to anyone...The last couple of days I have been throwing up after eating meats or like last night I threw up on a baked potato. Does anyone have any suggestions for what I am doing wrong? Eating to fast? This is really starting to be a pain in the arse if ya know what I mean. I NEEEEEEEEED to get some protein in me without yacking it back up! Let me know if ya'll have any suggestions. Hugs, Kim in Methuen studiopeg@... wrote: > > Hi gang, > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially > only > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and > half > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > soon after surgery. > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > it's strange. > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. > I > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to > drink. > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > the pill down. > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of > the > ache it gives me. > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > Thanks, > Peg > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Kim, I found these Atkins drinks - 20g of protein and only 2g of sugar - you can find them at Stop & Shop - the liquid may stay down better and this gives a good amount of protein. Good luck and if you keep vomiting - you MUST call the doctor. Take care, Anita > > > > Hi gang, > > > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially > > only > > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and > > half > > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > > soon after surgery. > > > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > > it's strange. > > > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. > > I > > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to > > drink. > > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > > the pill down. > > > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of > > the > > ache it gives me. > > > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > > > Thanks, > > Peg > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Kim, I found these Atkins drinks - 20g of protein and only 2g of sugar - you can find them at Stop & Shop - the liquid may stay down better and this gives a good amount of protein. Good luck and if you keep vomiting - you MUST call the doctor. Take care, Anita > > > > Hi gang, > > > > I feel hunger an awful lot and I know that most people, especially > > only > > 3-4 weeks out, don't. > > > > I had a large protein shake 3 hours ago with CIB, 1/4 cup milk, and > > half > > a container of yogurt. Couldn't quite finish it, but I'm hungry > > already. I didn't think I would be feeling actual hunger pangs this > > soon after surgery. > > > > What's up with that? Anyone else feel actual hunger so soon? I think > > it's strange. > > > > Also, here's something interesting: eating doesn't hurt whatsoever. > > I > > have to go slow like everyone else, but I never get pain. > > > > But drinking almost always hurts, even smaller sips. I cannot get > > anymore than 3 glasses of water in a day because it's painful to > > drink. > > Swallowing pills with liquids is a chore because a tiny sip won't get > > the pill down. > > > > What's the deal on that??? I'm starting to hate drinking because of > > the > > ache it gives me. > > > > Any thoughts appreciated. > > > > Thanks, > > Peg > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Well I'm 2 yrs out .. I eat all the time now .. granted I'm pregnant. I still eat small meals and several times a day but man I really don't feel anything close to how I did those early days when you feel full on so little. Seems I can eat more and more often than ever. My total pregnancy weight gain so far at 20 weeks is 13 lbs. My midwife says thats perfect. It terrifies me. I've tried explaining it to her .. I fought for so many years to lose weight, to have the surgery to lose the weight .. then I gained about 10 lbs back stabilizing and I was ok with that .. but now another 13 .. so up almost 25 lbs from my lowest point and it FREAKS ME OUT. .. of course I want a healthy baby and this is not a time to diet but I also tell myself try not to eat crap either .. and I will just have to work damn hard after the baby is born to try and get off the excess weight. Lyssa __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks Dawn. Going to try to increase the food. I don't like feeling hungry, especially when it's bagel day here at work -Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks Dawn. Going to try to increase the food. I don't like feeling hungry, especially when it's bagel day here at work -Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks Dawn. Going to try to increase the food. I don't like feeling hungry, especially when it's bagel day here at work -Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks Kim. My weight loss at 3 weeks out has almost stopped, and since I'm hungry a lot I don't think I'm eating enough. I'll try to increase that and still get the liquids in. Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks Kim. My weight loss at 3 weeks out has almost stopped, and since I'm hungry a lot I don't think I'm eating enough. I'll try to increase that and still get the liquids in. Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks @@ I'm glad to know others go through this too! I will try more of the popsicles to get the liquids in! -Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 Thanks @@ I'm glad to know others go through this too! I will try more of the popsicles to get the liquids in! -Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 How long does this plateau thing last??? I had surgery july 12th 01...one mth checkup lost 26 lbs..2 weeks later lost another 20 lbs... since then..almost 5 weeks have only lost 2 pounds... I'm ready to scream.. i drink lots of water, fruit 2o, popsicles, have protein drinks and bars..and have really started exercising alot and using hand weights...when does this plateau stop also, when can we start to do stomach exercises?? crunches?? etc Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 How long does this plateau thing last??? I had surgery july 12th 01...one mth checkup lost 26 lbs..2 weeks later lost another 20 lbs... since then..almost 5 weeks have only lost 2 pounds... I'm ready to scream.. i drink lots of water, fruit 2o, popsicles, have protein drinks and bars..and have really started exercising alot and using hand weights...when does this plateau stop also, when can we start to do stomach exercises?? crunches?? etc Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 21, 2001 Report Share Posted September 21, 2001 How long does this plateau thing last??? I had surgery july 12th 01...one mth checkup lost 26 lbs..2 weeks later lost another 20 lbs... since then..almost 5 weeks have only lost 2 pounds... I'm ready to scream.. i drink lots of water, fruit 2o, popsicles, have protein drinks and bars..and have really started exercising alot and using hand weights...when does this plateau stop also, when can we start to do stomach exercises?? crunches?? etc Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 22, 2001 Report Share Posted September 22, 2001 Kim, Your body will go thru a " catch up " time, where the body and all the stuff happening inside need time to realize what has happened to your body. You will have your moments where it may slow a bit, or stop for a bit, but it will all start again. Continue your intake, water, exercise, and you'll be on your way to losing more! Hang in there! Stomach crunches...I was told usually after about the 2 month area, but check with your Dr. Dawn Re: I'm hungry a lot How long does this plateau thing last??? I had surgery july 12th 01...one mth checkup lost 26 lbs..2 weeks later lost another 20 lbs... since then..almost 5 weeks have only lost 2 pounds... I'm ready to scream.. i drink lots of water, fruit 2o, popsicles, have protein drinks and bars..and have really started exercising alot and using hand weights...when does this plateau stop also, when can we start to do stomach exercises?? crunches?? etc Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 22, 2001 Report Share Posted September 22, 2001 Kim, Your body will go thru a " catch up " time, where the body and all the stuff happening inside need time to realize what has happened to your body. You will have your moments where it may slow a bit, or stop for a bit, but it will all start again. Continue your intake, water, exercise, and you'll be on your way to losing more! Hang in there! Stomach crunches...I was told usually after about the 2 month area, but check with your Dr. Dawn Re: I'm hungry a lot How long does this plateau thing last??? I had surgery july 12th 01...one mth checkup lost 26 lbs..2 weeks later lost another 20 lbs... since then..almost 5 weeks have only lost 2 pounds... I'm ready to scream.. i drink lots of water, fruit 2o, popsicles, have protein drinks and bars..and have really started exercising alot and using hand weights...when does this plateau stop also, when can we start to do stomach exercises?? crunches?? etc Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 22, 2001 Report Share Posted September 22, 2001 Kim ... I know how you feel EXACTLY !!! I was stuck for about 5 weeks and then BAM !!! I lost 3lbs and 3 more 4 days later ... You just have to try to relax ( I know how hard that seems but its true ) Put the scale away for a while and concentrate on how much better you feel ... Things will start moving again ... Also make sure you are taking your vitamins and eating enough protien ... Our first responce to a platue is to think " Oh great I'm going to fail at this too... Just like everything else " But really it is just our bodies way of protecting itself ... Think back to before you had the surgery and how much food you ate in a day .. Now look at how much you eat now ... Our bodies are going " WHAT THE HECK IS GOING ON HERE !!! YOU EXPECT ME TO LIVE ON THIS !!! " You just have to give it time to adjust ... Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 22, 2001 Report Share Posted September 22, 2001 Thanks ellen... It's just so hard..thinking I'M THE ONLY ONE THIS SURGERY WON't WORK FOR But I know better.. just impatient !!! Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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