Question:
sick after eating

I had RNY 5/08 and lately have been feeling sick for about 30 minutes after eating. Has anyone else had this and is it from eating too fast or the wrong type of foods    — bikermama (posted on September 10, 2011)

September 10, 2011
Hi there. I'm almost 8 months out of vsg and let me tell u I had a super hard time with the nausea after eating and i have now recovered. Sometimes it's a combo of things like drinking liquids while eating, I know it's hard not to since we all have done it in the past but it's just not a smart idea now. Also sugar it shocks your intestines I've been told by a wls nurse and it causes nausea or even vomiting, it could be just a taste but that little bite just killed me.it could be so many if these factors and with following the rules to this new life I think it's crucial for our new stomachs. I myself have just stop feeling sick. It's been a ling road but I really follow the advise of my nutritionist and that of my wls nurse and wow what a difference. Font be afraid to reach out to bariatric specialist at the hospital u had ur surgery at. They r always willing to help. I attend support groups most hospitals have them. It helps. Good luck and I hope I have been some help
   — Lizafig

September 10, 2011
I feel sick if I eat too fast or some that is too rich like any type of cream sauce. I will also feel sick if I don't chew my food enough before swallowing it so if I am real hungry, I have to really be careful of that one. I avoid sugar, starches, bread and pasta and try to stick to proteins and veggies and a bit of fruit. Ice water bothers me a bit too now and I used to eat ice by the bucket full. It is all worth it though for the new body and energy and health.
   — tfqh99

September 10, 2011
First of all, us RNY folks and I do believe VGS patients aren't allowed to drink and eat at the same time. You must wait 30 minutes beofre and after you eat. Welcome to my world, I am sick a lot, my pouch is very sensitive, and I am very limited to what I eat. As far as animal protein, I can hurl in about 3 minutes after eating it. Goat cheese is not my friend either. The flip side is; do I want to be heavy again, helllll no! So I live with my limitations. Also, I just realized when I am too hungry I eat too fast. This is a journey I must say, but I am so glad I did it, size 4 is a very nice size to wear as opposed to size 20. Good luck
   — FSUMom

September 10, 2011
Oops,VSG, not VGS
   — FSUMom

September 10, 2011
Please check with your surgeon of PCP. My mom is 15 years out and has a stricture. They have stretched it 3 times and she still has issues. There are a few meds that can help with this also. She has to stand up and walk around after eating to help move the food. If your obeying the rules about drinking etc...then get this checked out!!
   — ToniLee

September 11, 2011
It can be a combination of both too much, too soon. I just had revision surgery from bypass to sleeve 3 months ago. Food gets caught in the back of my throat and I get nauseated very easily if I am rushed, or don't stop drinking soon enough. I find crackers stay down best--the oyster ones used in soups because they don't have a lot of salt in them. Avoid sugars refined, and I try to limit the sweetener, but still use Sweet and Low in my decaf iced tea. I still rely on my protein shakes and will do so for a lifetime--they are good, and easy to grab when I don't want to cook a meal. I am just now able to keep most veggies down if they are cooked. Salads are a problem still. My progress: 39.5 pounds lost in 13 weeks! Keep your servings to 1/2 cup combined--very important! Get your exercize daily.
   — RSReed53

September 14, 2011
My RNY surgery was June 27th, and I know if I eat my first bite or two too fast, I'll get sick. It's not easy breaking life-long habits like too big a bite, or too many bites too fast. I know it was not a mistake having this surgery because of the many health benefits, but there are times I don't even want to eat dinner, knowing that I may get sick after just 2 or 3 forks or spoonsful of food. If I remember to eat small, and eat slow, I don't get sick.
   — Harvey S.

September 14, 2011
I know it might sound funny but I bought small forks and spoons after getting Sleeve in February. I went to IKEA and they have the small tea spoons and little kid forks. This really helps me take small bites so that I don't eat too much too fast. Also try to figure out what your trigger foods are. Whenever you eat something new take a small bite and wait 5 minutes before eating more, if it is going to make you sick then you will know within those 5 minutes. Stay away from sugar, it is not your friend! Hope this helps
   — goofytiff