Protein?

[Star1221 270]

I've been reading on here from everyone that they've been trying to get their Protein in. My dr's plan didn't have any protein included and when I asked he said that if I wanted to, I could add one but he was more worried about me trying to eat. Does that sound right? Also, could that be the reason I'm seeing slow weight loss. I'm only eating 3 times a day and drinking Water. (Food is still on full liquids for another 3 weeks)

[Lilee84 648]

Interesting... I've never heard of a surgeon putting food over Protein and fluids. How far out are you and what are you considering "slow weight loss"?

[Lissa 2,631]

Early post-op, it's more important that we get our fluids in than our Protein. I'm hearing that your surgeon wants you to stick to the liquid diet and try a variety of full liquids rather than get dependent on Protein Shakes. Am I understanding that correctly?

[Star1221 270]

Oh the fluids come first. But had to ask about Proteins. And I'm two weeks and one day out and about 11 pounds down. I lost 20 pounds on the pre op diet in 12 days. That was with 3 Protein Shakes a day.

[Star1221 270]

Yes Lissa, you are correct. Get fluids in most importantly. He wants to strive for 6 bottles of Water. I get more like 4 (16.9 oz)

[Wheetsin 714]

Missing a bit of Protein won't kill you. Not being hydrated will. But the good news is that Protein drinks usually count as Fluid, so you can kill two birds with one stone.

FWIW, your weightloss is not slow, IMO. Even after your pre-op loss, you're still maintaing over 5 lbs per week, which is well above the statistical average.

[Mr_Worm 129]

I'd still add in the Protein liquids either in the form of the 3oz Protein Shots or Protein Shakes. It promotes lean muscle mass and helps the body adjust to the change

[ChooseToChange 19]

It's all a game of numbers and reading your body.

Get your Water in!!!!

When you eat make sure you eat Protein first, vegs second and then you wont have room for carbs.

For those that have carb issues like I do.... don't even have them on your plate. They are no longer an option until you get to your goal weight. Then they will be your final bite.

If you want to learn more tips and tricks from an 8 month-er that has learned a lot send me a message. I am also a skype coach that helps with menu planning and support via phone, skype and in person here in Tampa.

Talk to you soon!

Brook

[atkinsguidry 33]

It's all a game of numbers and reading your body.

Get your Water in!!!!

When you eat make sure you eat Protein first' date=' vegs second and then you wont have room for carbs.

For those that have carb issues like I do.... don't even have them on your plate. They are no longer an option until you get to your goal weight. Then they will be your final bite.

If you want to learn more tips and tricks from an 8 month-er that has learned a lot send me a message. I am also a skype coach that helps with menu planning and support via phone, skype and in person here in Tampa.

Talk to you soon!

Brook[/quote']

I'm really frustrated, haven't lost any weight in the last 14 days. Doing everything I'm suppose to, fluids, Protein, exercise etc... I had my procedure 4/3 and have lost about 28 lbs Pre/post surgery. What else can I do?

[bigkim 109]

Me to. Sleeved April 10th lost 22 pounds and now nothing. I can even eat why am I not losing?