the_neighbor
1.27.11
Jan 27, 2011
133.8 today. WOW! I never thought in 4+ months that I would lose this much this quickly. What a blessing.On the eating front, I am averaging about 700-800 calories a day now. This is big considering I spent the first two months vomiting almost everything that went in. I am maintaining the 60-85g protein thanks to the protein bullets each day. Slowly I'm able to add more foods and more calories.
Some people may be discouraged at the rate of their intake, but for me it hasn't been an issue. I know with time, what is meant to be is meant to be and I'll eventually I'll get to 800-1000 calories. I'm not pushing it, and I'm letting my body and new stomach dictate the necessary increases. What I couldn't eat 2 months ago, I can now... and what I can't eat now I'm sure will be ok in a few months.
I was speaking with a friend yesterday, she still asks so many questions about this procedure and how I'm doing. She couldn't believe that I am no longer hungry. I've explained, that with the removal of 85% of my stomach, I no longer produce the hunger gene. Some people may "think" they are hungry after this surgery, but maybe that is more mental than physical. I too have caught myself 'thinking' that it would be good to eat
My typical day looks like an egg with cheese or greek yogart in the morning. Lunch consists of protein either from left overs from the night before, or some other protein in the fridge (Protein shake, peanut butter, lunch meats etc). Around 3pm I usually have a 26 or 42g protein bullet and then I eat dinner with my husband which again consists of protein (fish, chicken or whatever he's cooking up). Tonight we're having Salmon. :)
I know it doesn't sound like much, but I must be doing something right. All my labs are great. No more diabetes, or hypertension and I'm taking all the vitamins that were recommended.
I hope this helps someone who may be struggling today. All the best to you...
