Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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One year post-op

jaxcarlisle
jaxcarlisle
Hi, I am one year post-op RNY and wandering if anyone is feels hungry all the time like I do? Is this going to pass or do I need to address this "hopefully" phase I'm going through. I'm down 120 pounds and feeling great! I heard that some people regain thier weight back and then some.
farmgirl392
farmgirl392
I'm a little more than a year PO. I don't get physically hungry yet, but I do have to deal with head hunger and old habits wanting to come back. To counter them, I keep a food diary using a smartphone app (LoseIt.com). It also really helps me to watch my self-talk (voices in your head) and try to figure out what my emotional triggers are for wanting to eat.

Remember, protein is what will help control your hunger. Make sure you are getting good protions of protein at every meal. Besides that, avoid drinking for at least 30 minutes after each meal, but do drink a lot of non-calorie fluids. Hope this helps.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I've been hungry since surgery (I'm 6 months out and down 79 pounds.) My doctor has me eating 6 times a day and that has really helped.

I was told it is normal to gain back 10-20 pounds but I'm going to fight like hell not to. I think if you have your head in the right place, stay focused and stay on plan you won't gain the weight back.