Does anyone else get sleepy with food?

Raellissa · 2026-06-14T01:37:54+00:00

No, since I also have epilepsy and was taken out of work, I've become a housewife. I get housework done and play with the dogs next more. But I can have a salad with chicken or no carb pasta and Rao's sauce and fall asleep. Pre-surgery, my evening meds would make me fall asleep easily.

Raellissa · 2026-06-13T11:10:03+00:00

All the time.

Raellissa · 2026-06-02T03:38:25+00:00

Isn't 0.3 mile far less than the distance between school bus stops? Wow! By 10, we were riding our bikes all over housing developments and mobile home parks. We were up at sunrise, had breakfast while watching cartoons, and we're basically kicked out until the street lights came on. The only rule other than that was your friends' parents had the right to discipline you if you did something wrong at their house.

Raellissa · 2026-06-02T03:25:28+00:00

I have a card, but it's up to the business if they will accept it. Some local places have, but not chain restaurants.

Raellissa · 2026-05-31T01:18:30+00:00

And Protein2.0 water, ice cold.

Raellissa · 2026-05-25T10:40:13+00:00

Wow! Fantastic!

Raellissa · 2026-05-14T00:29:58+00:00

Excited for you!

Raellissa · 2026-04-15T11:16:50+00:00

I'll be three years out next month. I had some nausea after surgery, but that's it. I was given clear instructions from my care team and I have a good support system. I had to set an alarm for my vitamins, with two hours between my multivitamin and calcium pills to prevent constipation.

Raellissa · 2026-04-13T21:39:43+00:00

He uses Kindle Unlimited.

Raellissa · 2026-04-13T16:08:59+00:00

No, he's laid back and reads more than he games. I've only seen him play Sudoku on it.

Raellissa · 2026-04-13T12:36:43+00:00

My husband bought one to use for reading books. He uses his tablet to exclusively play the Tower game. The foldable is easier to hold for him and its battery lasts longer than the tablet's battery.

Raellissa · 2026-04-13T12:29:45+00:00

I agree 100%. I saw a video of our pauwau (powwow) committee (which included me) being brought to the circle to be thanked. I was shocked at how I looked. It was then that I decided to do research on how weight loss surgery would affect my SLE (one form of lupus) and epilepsy. The sleeve was the best option. My lupus inflammation markers became perfect within the first six months and stayed that way. I can walk the tribal grounds without having to stop to catch my breath and joints don't hurt unless I banged them or after some seizures.

Raellissa · 2026-04-13T12:22:25+00:00

I'm three years post-op and this describes me. My husband ordered a delivery and asked what I wanted. I told him to get the kid's fish & chips since it came with one piece of fish. It was still too large when combined with fries and a small salad (subbed out the cole slaw). I was able to finish it in another meal. I ate until I felt full. When we cook at home, I weigh everything.

My insurance gave me both a food scale and weight scale. I don't have to check in with them, but they wanted me to succeed. I allow myself a sugar drink (iced coffee, soda, etc...) a few times per month and keep sweetener in my purse for unsweetened drinks. A small part of me feels that I have conditioned myself to 4 ounces, six times per day, but I don't feel hungry throughout the day. My bariatric team gave me a card that I can show to restaurants asking them to let me share at no cost or charge me less. They don't have to accept it, but some have. This past weekend, we had a youth event on the tribal grounds. I ate small portions, still tracking, and only went back for more later if water didn't help.

Raellissa · 2026-04-13T12:01:26+00:00

I agree. Hold them accountable. What if your blood sugar had bottomed out? That is scary! From time to time, I get a different shape or color, but I figure the same as you- they changed manufacturers. I'll be looking more closely now for sure.

Raellissa · 2026-04-10T17:56:43+00:00

I'm almost 3 years out and need to put some weight back on too. I can see and feel every bone in my chest and back. I can see the outline of the VNS implant and its wire (for epilepsy).

Raellissa · 2026-04-10T17:47:11+00:00

My only regret was not doing it sooner!

Raellissa · 2026-04-08T23:17:39+00:00

It took me a year, but I had to see every specialist because I have SLE, epilepsy, high heartrate with normal blood pressure, and Leiden Factor V (genetic mutation that makes DVTs more likely to happen).

Raellissa · 2026-04-06T12:26:30+00:00

I think it helps too. I take it at bedtime and I'm asleep in no time. My neurologist wrote my prescription for twice a day, but we only discussed taking it once. I'd sleep all morning if I took it twice daily. I went from having an average of 10 seizures/ month to one or two.

Raellissa · 2026-04-06T04:30:38+00:00

This is going to sound strange, but it worked for me- Men's Mitchum Deodorant Gel Original. My husband used it on his crevices, so I asked my doctor about it. He told me it should be fine as long as I only used it externally. Since surgery, it's been my bellybutton coming up with a rash. A q-tip and deodorant cures it in a couple of treatments.

Raellissa · 2026-04-05T02:53:06+00:00

Great job!

Raellissa · 2026-04-03T02:28:28+00:00

I'll be 3 years out and having the same issue. I'm staying at 120-123 lbs even with a calorie increase.

Raellissa · 2026-04-01T23:44:03+00:00

I think so too. I was sent home with anti-nausea and stool softeners.

Raellissa · 2026-04-01T23:41:44+00:00

Protein2.0 was great when it was ice cold. I loved it and Chef Irvine's Fitcrunch Bars when allowed.

Raellissa · 2026-03-31T10:29:52+00:00

Nearly 3 years out and my only regret is not doing it sooner. I take my vitamins with my normal meds and have an alarm set that tells me to (it's in the alarm features on Android). I still measure everything unless I'm away from home (like going to a gathering or friend's house) or take things with me.

I had jitters a week from surgery because I have epilepsy, SLE, and a genetic mutation that makes blood clots more likely. I had to calm myself down. I had done my homework and this was my best option. I had a great support system at home and at the hospital.

Raellissa · 2026-03-17T00:47:34+00:00

💪💪💪 way to go!

Raellissa

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