5 Day Pouch Test

Jun 03, 2013

I struggle with constant pangs of hunger and with the dramatic increase in capacity of food intake. Last night, after trying the shake diet, I gave up half way through the day and went for yummy sushi. I was greatly discouraged that it took me two full rolls to give me satiety. I know satiety is in my head and mind hunger as I cannot read fullness without having a feeling of discomfort. 

So, I am trying the five day pouch test again. First two days include protein shakes only. Then, gradually, we add more foods selectively. The goal is to get a feeling of tightening in the pouch. Sometimes I feel the pouch is no longer there. Worst, I am hungry more frequently than pre-RNY. Food empties quickly from my pouch and hunger sets in quickly. I have done some research and finally came across something that may make sense. On a random support website for gastric sleeve patients, some complained of severe and constant hunger pangs. The recommendations was to add an antacid. I think I will give that a go. I know that I have a prescription at home so will have it filled ASAP.

I addition, I need to seriously move my butt. I have to get exercising. I haven't been to yoga since I experienced the onset of a major depressive episode in February. 

Anyways, will update and see if I can make it through the first 24 hours without solid food............wish me luck! 

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