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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greeni03 12/18/2013

I've been on liquid since Nov 19 th. I'm 2 wks out. I want to chew something in the worst way. I feel so hungry!

imjj4short 12/19/2013

Awwwww!!! Why on liquids for so long??

JJ

SgtSmith 12/19/2013

I had the 2 week liquid, It was the hardest part. But the end result is worth all the effort! Promise!

greeni03 12/19/2013

I had 2 wks on liquid before to prepare the liver and now 2 wks after to get the stomach used to holding food slowly. I'm ready to crack. I need to eat!

jjklmommy 12/19/2013

I remember and feel your pain. The liquid diet is the worst of it all. I really missed chewing things too, but soon you will be chewing a lot to make everything fit into your new pouch. Hang in there.

susanq35 12/19/2013

Sister I feel ya!!! But be careful what you wish for... I finally got to the soft food stage and it takes a lot of patience and concentration. And then a few tablespoons can be enough. I realized I was wanting to eat like before surgery. It is a new normal but I am only on my first week of eating solid protein and I know it will get easier. I am becoming a soup connoisseur LOL.

becca1960 12/19/2013

So sorry!

I was lucky... from the day I got home from the hospital I was moved on to soft foods.. then real food 2 weeks post op. I know some have issues with the transition, but i didn't. (and am thankful!)...

It always amazes me how different everyones program is!

Boo1962 12/19/2013

I know Becca!

I was on liquids in the hospital, surgery was 12/10...came home and was on liquids until Monday, and then Tuesday, dec 17th, I started soft foods.

I try to to what my booklet says, "savor each bite, taste the texture, the taste of it in your mouth as you chew, slowly....It tastes wonderful, but at the same time, I know the protein I'm eating, is going to help me get stronger, and melt the fat, and then 30 minutes later my water will flush the fat out!

It's amazing....

Boo

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