Question:
I am 2 weeks post op today and find myself hungry at times. The people that I have

spoken to have said they dont get hungry. I know I am not the only one my dr said 1/2 of his patients do. Can someone help and give mee some ideas or advice. Thank you    — SINDI W. (posted on June 30, 2003)

June 30, 2003
I was hungry during the clear liquid and pureed phases, since they leave the pouch pretty quickly and do not trigger a full sensation in many people. Once I was on solid food, the hunger went away. Make sure you are getting all the liquid you need this early on, its really important.
   — Linda 1.

June 30, 2003
I was hungry (very hungry) the first several weeks also. Probably the first 1-6 weeks. Busy yourself with other things. Try to fill yourself with water (baby sips until ....you'll know when). You're NOT alone. Many many many people claim "...and I'm never hungry...," BUT many many many people claim "I was hungry." Trust me ...read my profile....it does "go away." Good luck!
   — msmaryk

June 30, 2003
And try to get yourself away from the TV set. I never realized before how many food commercials there were. Seemed like it made the hunger cravings so much worse.
   — Charlene W.

June 30, 2003
I found that herbal tea with Splenda (especially the blackberry, apple cranberry, and currant flavors) or bouillion cubes helped me think I was eating something that had food in it. Hunger pains do improve--I think a lot of this is head hunger.
   — Margaret S.

June 30, 2003
Yes, I did all the time. It gets better. Try eating some more satifying foods instead of just liquids. I found that when I ate hard boiled egg whites and soft cheeses they tend to sustain me much longer and keeps me from getting to the hunger part. It gets better. I am now almost 4 weeks post op and it is a little better already. Hang in there
   — crisjenn73

June 30, 2003
I am also 2 weeks post op today and I find myself battling with hunger! It's hard to say whether it's just head hunger or actual hunger, but either way, it's a pain!! I try to keep myself busy, drink water or have some clear broth when I'm feeling hungry. Good luck to you!!
   — Terri G.