Hungry all the time - ThinnerTimes

ValenP · 02-10-2006, 05:16 PM

I don't know if this is just mental or it's my stomach, but it's been growling all day long and I just want to eat and eat, thank goodness every time I'm hungry I just drank water or ate fruit. Why am I feeling this?? is it maybe cuz I'm almost 6 months out and my pouch is much bigger, I can eat about 5 oz right now. is that size normal??? how to control the hunger that I have all the time.

Laura@BellaBabies · 02-10-2006, 05:49 PM

I haven't been feeling physical hunger but I do also want to constantly stuff something in my face. Every time I get the urge I just drink!

Bypassingme619 · 02-10-2006, 06:28 PM

Val what is your protein intake like now? Maybe you need to increase your protein intake. Do you have any new stressors in ur life? Well water is a good idea when you get that hungry feeling because sometimes that could be another reason for the hunger. I am six months almost 7, and my portions have increased and that is a scary feeling mainly since the honey moon is over. I hope you find a solution to help kick your hunger. Have you tried tea?

Mavisavis · 02-10-2006, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ValenP

I don't know if this is just mental or it's my stomach, but it's been growling all day long and I just want to eat and eat, thank goodness every time I'm hungry I just drank water or ate fruit. Why am I feeling this?? is it maybe cuz I'm almost 6 months out and my pouch is much bigger, I can eat about 5 oz right now. is that size normal??? how to control the hunger that I have all the time.

I get hungry 1 1/2 hours after eating.....almost like clockwork. I usually drink about 30 oz, which takes me 30-60 minutes, then wait the 1/2 hour. Also, I started eating breakfast whether I want to or not. It really did make me hungry more later in the day. I'm with you with the hunger......I feel it, and have since month 3. I just don't have to eat much to satisfy it.....which is awesome! Hang in there.....and make sure you are eating enough healthy stuff. Also, I put dry milk in tea, which I think helps a little.

sUzYzPLaCe · 02-10-2006, 08:53 PM

it's thirst... in the pouch rules for dummies.. you need to water load. Go google that beautiful paper and follow it. If I have a day where I'm hungry all the time I eat, and in between I water load. It does take the hunger away.
Suzy

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Originally Posted by ValenP

I don't know if this is just mental or it's my stomach, but it's been growling all day long and I just want to eat and eat, thank goodness every time I'm hungry I just drank water or ate fruit. Why am I feeling this?? is it maybe cuz I'm almost 6 months out and my pouch is much bigger, I can eat about 5 oz right now. is that size normal??? how to control the hunger that I have all the time.

Midntsgirl · 02-10-2006, 09:48 PM

growls all the time too. I don't eat much as it is, so when it growls I just tell it to shut up! LOL The worst part is when you're with other people and it starts making noise...you get so embarassed...

ValenP · 02-11-2006, 10:04 AM

oh thanks all, looking at your posts I've realized there's many things that are causing the hunger, of course the fact that I am 6 months post op and the pouch is now bigger, also dehydration I gotta start getting my water in or I'll feel really bad and without energy, also the protein intake, I thought they were joking with the whole protein thing but I guess it is really important I was eating mainly fruits and veggies but seems like I need that protein !!! and have to increase it. And I have read the pouch rules and gonna start water loading since I'm six months out now.

coptergirl · 02-11-2006, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by ValenP

oh thanks all, looking at your posts I've realized there's many things that are causing the hunger, of course the fact that I am 6 months post op and the pouch is now bigger, also dehydration I gotta start getting my water in or I'll feel really bad and without energy, also the protein intake, I thought they were joking with the whole protein thing but I guess it is really important I was eating mainly fruits and veggies but seems like I need that protein !!! and have to increase it. And I have read the pouch rules and gonna start water loading since I'm six months out now.

The general rule is protein first, veggies seconds and fruits/carbs last

ValenP · 02-11-2006, 03:27 PM

yeh I know

it's just that I've been getting kind of tired of meats and cheese. and I've been feeling so fruity lately. hehe

Mavisavis · 02-11-2006, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ValenP

yeh I know

it's just that I've been getting kind of tired of meats and cheese. and I've been feeling so fruity lately. hehe

I understand the finicky tastes........how about yogurt with fruit, or smoothies with milk, yogurt, fruit etc.? That way you could get some protein and be fruity!