tabbymonroe 108 Posted September 10, 2012 will that affect me in the future didn't have Protein because blender broke Haven't had it 2 weeks Back to drinking it will it affect me not losing weight now What should I do Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mschristmas 9 Posted September 10, 2012 You can go buy a Blender Bottle shake or ready to drink Protein Shakes. Just do your research and make sure the RTDs meet the nutrition requirements. I don't know if the lack of Protein will have any long term effects but it could bring back Hair loss. Also, if you are not getting enough protein, any weight loss you have may be muscle loss rather than fat. We need the protein to help maintain our muscles. 1 tabbymonroe reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tabbymonroe 108 Posted September 10, 2012 You can go buy a Blender Bottle shake or ready to drink Protein shakes. Just do your research and make sure the RTDs meet the nutrition requirements. I don't know if the lack of Protein will have any long term effects but it could bring back hair loss. Also' date=' if you are not getting enough protein, any weight loss you have may be muscle loss rather than fat. We need the protein to help maintain our muscles.[/quote'] Thank u I'm back at it tho we see how I do this week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melinda48 37 Posted November 26, 2012 I don't get my Protein half the time...I tried and tried. But oddly enough I haven't lost any hair and feel fine. Im taking my Vitamins. Did you ever get another blender? If not let me know I have a extra one I'll send you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazynique 18 Posted November 27, 2012 I keep hearing eat Protein and drink Protein Shakes and I know my doctor was telling me to increase my protein but I want to know why? I can't eat red meat have cut out some of my chicken why should I eat protein and how much should I be eating Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melinda48 37 Posted November 27, 2012 Protein is suppose to be important as far as helping your stomach heal after surgery (the incision). Here's a really good article about Protein.< /p> http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002467.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melinda48 37 Posted November 27, 2012 My Dr. told me between 60-80g...but honestly I don't get that much. Fortunately I havent seen any side effects yet. ( hair falling out etc..) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazynique 18 Posted November 27, 2012 Thanks I am so nervous I am borderline obsessed. I am trying to figure out if I am only eating 800 calories how can this surgery help me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Holly5.3 423 Posted November 27, 2012 I'm having a hard time getting 60-80 in every day. When I have solid food, I eat so little and I'm full that my Protein intake is so low (ie-one slice of deli roasted turkey, sliced thin; less than a whole extra large egg, etc). So every other day I'll have 2 Premier shakes. I have one first thing in morning, too ever day. That's 30 grams right there, 60 on days when I have 2. Protein is important to keep up to avoid side affects during rapid weight loss -which WLS causes. 1 melinda48 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doxieville 799 Posted November 27, 2012 My Dr. told me between 60-80g...but honestly I don't get that much. Fortunately I havent seen any side effects yet. ( hair falling out etc..) When did you have your surgery? Maybe you are one of the lucky ones. :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melinda48 37 Posted November 27, 2012 Doxie I had mine this month Nov. 2nd...and the odd thing is ever since I was in my teens I've always shed hair. It never thins, I just shed hair like crazy...oddly enough since the surgery I barely do that. Of course I believe its due to the Vitamins I'm taking. I've really struggled to get the Protein in, especially in the first week or 2, but now at least I can eat a piece of tender fish and that helps me get some. I unfortunately don't have to worry about losing the weight to fast, my weight loss is SLOOOW, or at least it seems to me it is! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melinda48 37 Posted November 27, 2012 I'm having a hard time getting 60-80 in every day. When I have solid food, I eat so little and I'm full that my Protein intake is so low (ie-one slice of deli roasted turkey, sliced thin; less than a whole extra large egg, etc). So every other day I'll have 2 Premier shakes. I have one first thing in morning, too ever day. That's 30 grams right there, 60 on days when I have 2. Protein is important to keep up to avoid side affects during rapid weight loss -which WLS causes. Good idea. I never thought about just alternating and doing the shakes every other day. Maybe that will help boost my metabolism a little! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melinda48 37 Posted November 27, 2012 Thanks I am so nervous I am borderline obsessed. I am trying to figure out if I am only eating 800 calories how can this surgery help me krazynique I had those questions too, but what I realize is that without the sleeve if I were doing the 800 cal. a day I'd be miserable and hungry. Since I have the sleeve I can eat that amount and be satisfied and not hungry. Plus when I do get to my goal weight it will be easier to maintain since I have a smaller stomach. Don't get me wrong I still crave some foods sometimes, and I still have to exercize self control ..for example I love cheese flavored chex mix and could probably eat my 800 cal plus more throughout the day if I had a bag lying around. LOL.. So I know to either NOT buy it or if I want something I'm craving buy a small single serving of it. Unfortunately the surgery doesn't take away your self control issues BUT in my case it has made it easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shane martin1969 188 Posted November 27, 2012 Protein is a must! To maintain good healthy muscle! And the most important muscle is your heart muscle ! Have a heart attack and you will change your mind ! I did at 38 yrs! Sent from my iPhone using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doxieville 799 Posted November 27, 2012 Doxie I had mine this month Nov. 2nd...and the odd thing is ever since I was in my teens I've always shed hair. It never thins, I just shed hair like crazy...oddly enough since the surgery I barely do that. Of course I believe its due to the Vitamins I'm taking. I've really struggled to get the Protein in, especially in the first week or 2, but now at least I can eat a piece of tender fish and that helps me get some. I unfortunately don't have to worry about losing the weight to fast, my weight loss is SLOOOW, or at least it seems to me it is! 1 superstartover reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites