Tips and Tricks to Increase ENERGY level ?

[LadyMaggie 145]

I had lap band surgery in April 2012; I have an AP Large Lap Band that will hold 14 ccs; currently have 7 ccs.

My daily Protein count is around 60 and my calorie count is 1,200. I drink around 60 ounces of Water as well.

My energy level has plummeted and I am VERY lethargic.

I went to my family doctor for lab work. All is well (except I still have high cholesterol).

Does anyone have TIPS or TRICKS on increasing energy level? Feel like I am missing a piece of the puzzle.

Thanks for your positive input

[medicrn 88]

How was B12 level?

[LadyMaggie 145]

I can access my lab results on line (which I LOVE). . . he is the B 12 results: Component Your Value Standard Range Units Vitamin B12 865 211 - 946

[LadyMaggie 145]

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My B12 is 865 (the range is 211 to 946)

[blondegal_ 1,028]

Was your thyroid checked? I think that might show as T3/T4 in bloodwork.

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Do you take a good daily multi Vitamin?

Oddly, I find activity really helps combat fatigue. Sometimes when I'm tired, I'll take a mile or two walk and then I'm wide awake again.

[donna12 742]

I was dificient in Vit D and was feeling like that so my doc prescribed 3000 units of that Vitamin A day for me.

[LJCBF 363]

So you have a high triglyceride count ? My guess is that by lowering the percent of simple carbs / sugar of your total cals you will begin lowering the spikes you are getting on insulin which will cause the count to rise - also causes additional hunger typically and loser "energy" BUT the MOST important thing you can likely do is adds activity - exercise - especially in the early morning. How much sleep are you getting ? Do you suffer from sleep apnea?

Lee

[bethcav 68]

I'm with Mis after a nice walk outside or on treadmill I'm energized !

[B-52 7,113]

So you have a high triglyceride count ? My guess is that by lowering the percent of simple carbs / sugar of your total cals you will begin lowering the spikes you are getting on insulin which will cause the count to rise - also causes additional hunger typically and loser "energy" BUT the MOST important thing you can likely do is adds activity - exercise - especially in the early morning. How much sleep are you getting ? Do you suffer from sleep apnea?

Lee

There's something to be said about this......

I run 5 days a week....I cannot remember the last time I felt I had the energy or motivation to do so....I cannot remember the last time I said I feel so good I think I'm going to to run till I drop......

I have learned from experience, no matter how much I want to crawl back in bed, if I can just get through the first 10 minutes...something changes....it's as though a switch is thrown and the energy comes from somewhere....5 minutes more and I can almost forget what I'm doing, my mind is completely off it...I could run till I drop...

I exercise first thing in the morning, between 5-6 am, always on an empty stomach. I do take a shot of Protein, my Vitamins and omegas', and of course my morning coffee.....

I always have high energy levels the rest of the day.....put in. 8-12 hour days on my feet seeing patients in clinics...

I'm also a light sleeper.....wide awake by 4:30am.....

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

i dont have any tips or tricks, i just know that after losing 100 pounds, i have more energy...less weight to carry around...talk about a load off...

i also feed my body alot of protein/veggie and fruits and my body just is more (on the ready to do).....keeping time with the song walking on sunshine.....

[hely88 883]

Also make sure you are staying hydrated! Drink lots of Water.< /p>

[LadyMaggie 145]

Thanks for the feedback. My doctor did a VERY thorough blood work up (thyroid was okay; no Vitamin deficiencies)

The Vitamins I take are Bariatric Advantage (chewable) Multi Vitamin / Vitamin D / and calcium chews (daily)

I teach school so I am awake each morning at 5:45 a.m. I am NOT a coffee drink and avoid caffeine for other health reasons. My normal bed time is 10:00 p.m.

Thanks for the responses

Yes, LEE my triglyceride levels are a tad high and I do have sleep apnea. This was an issue before surgery and I am not sure when it will get better ?

[LJCBF 363]

Thanks for the feedback. My doctor did a VERY thorough blood work up (thyroid was okay; no Vitamin deficiencies)

The Vitamins I take are Bariatric Advantage (chewable) Multi Vitamin / Vitamin D / and calcium chews (daily)

I teach school so I am awake each morning at 5:45 a.m. I am NOT a coffee drink and avoid caffeine for other health reasons. My normal bed time is 10:00 p.m.

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Hey Soccer,

Excellent info - you have most based covered. I will be willing to wager that if you get up and out the door at 5am and exercise 45 min for 20 days IN A ROW without fail that you will have significantly more energy and "feel" awesome. BUT it will only work if its early in the morning and 20 days in a row without fail.

What do you have to lose ???

What do you have to gain : )

Let me know if you decide to take the challenge and your results ; )

Lee

[LadyMaggie 145]

LEE: Sounds like a plan; I am exercising now AFTER school

I have a gym membership at ANYTIME Fitness . . so they are ALWAYS open

PS: By the way, I recently read Sugar Nation