Two weeks post-op

May 21, 2009

Well, today is the day to start purees.  Yay...I think.  I haven't been feeling that well.  I'm going to take it slowly.  I am really tired.  I am getting at least 60 grams of protein a day and all my fluids.  I guess it just takes some time.

I am going to try to increase my protein to 90-100 grams a day.  I think I may need it to stabilize my blood sugar.  I am not having trouble getting a fair amount of carbs, which I need because I have hypoglycemia.  I went to a support group last night that is run by a registered dietitian and a social worker.  I love that the RD, Patti, is totally not carb-phobic.  I am not either, although, reading these message boards are enough to make me that way.  I truly feel much better when I have a bit of carbohydrates, like I have more focus and clarity.  I'm not talking excessive carbs.  I'm just talking a couple bites.  Now that I'm starting mushies, though, it might be harder to get the carbs because I can eat very little...hence the 1/2 cup of cottage cheese I've been nibbling on for awhile.  I think I'm just scared to eat too much because I don't want to get sick.

As for weight loss -- nothing, nada, zero loss since last week.  I'm going to remain positive and not even focus on it further.  My eyes are on the big prize -- a healthy body and positive mind.  The weight will come off.  I believe we, as a culture of women, have a great deal of distrust in our bodies.  I am going into this with the trust that, if I do the right thing, my body will do its part to shed the excess pounds.

Shannon

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