Almost 30 pounds in a month.....

I have been doing very well but I have some questions??? It seems that sometimes my food gets caught and it makes me feel sick. Is this because I'm not chewwing enough or maybe I need to eat different foods??? Can anyone help??/

I have no advice, as I am pre op, but WOW, wtg on the 30lbs !

Tracey, It could be one of a few things... it could be that you are not chewing good enough, it could be that you are taking too big of bites, it could be that you are eating too fast, but it could also be a stricture... I had the same problem and thought it was something I was doing. I called my doctor and they had me come in for a scope and found out I had two ulcers and a stricture. I would advise you to call your doctor and talk to them about what is going on, the foods you are eating and so on... they may want to check you out. Keep us posted on how things are going.... and good luck... oh and congrats on the 30 pounds... Shawn M.

Congratulations on you weight loss. Whenever this happens it is either because I didn't chew enough or ate to fast. Good luck, Fran

Congratulations on the 30 pound loss, that's great. I can't advise you on the other since it could be one of a few things. I would just give the doctor a call and let him know what's happening and maybe they can advise you better.

30 pounds... AMAZING Congratulations! Lexia

Tracy, I had the same problem, you just have to take it really slow and slow down while eating. I am 30 in as well and it actually hurts sometimes. Mashed potatos are great. Yummy.

I have had some issues with not chewing enough times. NOT FUN! it makes ya feel like you are having a heart attack. I know what I gotta dow hen that happens....not fun either I am learning though. Congrats on the 30 #'s in 1 month...woohoo. I have lost 40 but its been 3 months. My thyroid wasn't working or perhaps I would have lost more. I could kick myself for stopping that med....thinking I was doing better and didnt need it. Live and learn!!! Keep up the good work!!!

Hi Tracy, You are losing so fast! You could have a stricture like I had if food feels like it is getting stuck a lot? If so it is an easy fix of an EDG. Slower eating may help as well; I know if I eat fast it is twice as likely to happen. Also different foods do cause different challenges for everyone. Don't let yourself get dehydrated; get in your protein! Best Wishes and Good Luck, Sincerely, Judy R