Just had surgery- protein question

[mauimarion 0]

I had surgery on Monday and am thrilled! I feel great. Tons of energy! But, I feel very bloated and full. I could only get down 2/3 of my bottle of Isopure so I'm way behind on Protein requirements. Is this normal in the beginning?

[Teresita 0]

Yes for sure. It is difficult to get all your liquids in but just sip all day long to get in as many fluids as you can.

[Veggestyle 0]

Congrats on the surgery! Glad to hear that you are feeling so well! Good luck to you!

[L8BloomR 1]

Wonderful to hear how well you are doing so soon! Congratulations on your surgery and your new journey!

Karen

[mauimarion 0]

Thanks everyone for responding! I guess I should be able to consume enough in time, so not worried anymore. Heading to beach!!! (No, can't swim yet). I live in Hawaii, and not swimming for two weeks will kill me! Lost a few pounds already 3 days post op. wow. Marion

[Dani-X 0]

Hey Maui!

I was banded on Monday too! I'm also stuggling to get the Protein in. I was on Slim Fast as my pre-op diet and my doc recommends 2 shakes a day in the 2 week post-op liquid stage. Until today, I was having a tough time drinking a quarter cup of the stuff! Today I managed about 2/3 of a can and will have some more shortly.

Also, there's this stuff out there called New-whey liuquid Protein which gives you 25g of protein in 3 oz. Well, I heard about it on LBT and decided to try it. Personally, I can't drink it straight, WAY too sweet. But if I dilute it with about 8-10 oz of Water it's fine. I sip it throughout the day and it's an easy way to take in the protein.

Good luck and let m know if you've found anything that makes the 1st two weeks easier. I'm doing ok but wouldn't mind some variety. How much Tomato Soup can a girl have?!

[motherwanttobe 0]

I had surgery 4/07. I just had my 1 year follow up and am down 68 pounds. I have struggled with keeping my Protein high. It took me about 6 weeks to figure out the best way to get my protein up. There have been many periods where I have fallen below what the dietician states I need, particularly following fills. What has greatly helped is an early morning shake made with 1 scoop Unjury, 1 teaspoon of benefiber, carnation instant Breakfast (the blue box or container is sugar free and the liquid is easier and quicker), I add fruit sometimes and sometimes a scoop of yogurt. One shake last me most of the morning. Any Soups I make at home I add Unjury and Fiber too. It doesn't matter if the rest of the family eats the Soup as well, it will not hurt them. Actually i found everyone eats less because the added fiber fills them up quicker. I look for frozen foods such as south beach diet items which are high in protein. Once a week, excluding the week post a fill, I go for Sashimi at a local Sushi Place. That helped keep my protein levels high. Milk has become a staple. I drink several glasses of 1% milk a day. Remember to take at least one Pepsid a day. I personnally split the little tablet and take a 1/2 tab with each meal. If you do not the probability of gases backing up and possible ulcers in your stomach and esophagus are much higher.

Edited May 2, 2008 by motherwanttobe
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