LeeLeeLosing 21 Posted July 2, 2013 Because our stomachs are smaller it stands to reason that we have less enzymes to do our digestive process. About three months after surgery I was having pains when digesting and was having difficulty when going to the bathroom. My husband got me a bottle of digestive enzymes and it took no time to feel the difference. Unlike Probiotics which can make my stomach hurt, I can take those before or after a meal and it is like magic. Just wanted to share for some of you who may be having trouble. It worked for me and I still use them as needed over a year out. Hope some of you can find this helpful. 3 1 BlondePatriotInCDA, Ms skinniness, Waterwitch and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KRB829 47 Posted July 2, 2013 Hi LeeLee, What is the brand and where can I get them. Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sun Devil Fan 39 Posted July 2, 2013 Is this like papaya enzyme? Is it chewed or swallowed whole? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rox 200 Posted July 3, 2013 This makes sense to me - what are they called and how do I get them?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeLeeLosing 21 Posted July 3, 2013 My husband went to GNC and got Natural Brand Super Digestive Enzymes. I started out taking just one and that was usually enough but two is the recommended dosage. I have done that when I was having a lot of problems. I'm sure there are other brands that are just as good. I don't see any pineapple enzymes on the ingredients. Let me know if they work for any of you that try them. 3 onedaycloser, ladylaura and Espe1963 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeezJeanz 1,065 Posted July 3, 2013 Because our stomachs are smaller it stands to reason that we have less enzymes to do our digestive process. About three months after surgery I was having pains when digesting and was having difficulty when going to the bathroom. My husband got me a bottle of digestive enzymes and it took no time to feel the difference. Unlike Probiotics which can make my stomach hurt' date=' I can take those before or after a meal and it is like magic. Just wanted to share for some of you who may be having trouble. It worked for me and I still use them as needed over a year out. Hope some of you can find this helpful.[/quote'] Tyvm:). I'm not sleeved yet but I'm preplanning nd buying things that u postops knowledge have blessed me with nd I tya:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KRB829 47 Posted July 4, 2013 Thank you Ms. LeeLee. I had my husband go and pick them up this morning. I have taken 2 of them and THEY WORKED already. Love it!!!!!!!!! Have a happy 4th:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chickadee73 57 Posted July 5, 2013 Heck, I might try these and I am PRE-surgery. When Irritable Bowel Syndrome rears its ugly head (pun intended ), I'm a mess digestively. Maybe these enzymes would help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeann71 539 Posted July 5, 2013 I am going to follow this thread so I wont forget what they are. Thank you for the info. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vixynne 695 Posted July 7, 2013 Are these enzymes a liquid with a dropper or a liquid in capsules? I'm only 6 days out from surgery and not cleared for swallowing capsules yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBT 35 Posted July 7, 2013 I get mine at Trader Joe's. They are pineapple papaya flavored. Very good to have on hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeeLeeLosing 21 Posted July 7, 2013 Mine are capsules but they might have a liquid somewhere. These are really best when you start eating solid foods again and push it a little. It can be a little hard to know what will sit well in your new stomach and when you have those moments of wrong foods or too much these have helped me so much. Like I said I didn't try these until I was past three months so those of you right out of surgery or presurgery talk to your doctor. I wouldn't want you to try too early and hurt your tummies. 1 Vixynne reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waterwitch 0 Posted December 20, 2023 On 7/2/2013 at 7:02 PM, LeeLeeLosing said: Because our stomachs are smaller it stands to reason that we have less enzymes to do our digestive process. About three months after surgery I was having pains when digesting and was having difficulty when going to the bathroom. My husband got me a bottle of digestive enzymes and it took no time to feel the difference. Unlike Probiotics which can make my stomach hurt, I can take those before or after a meal and it is like magic. Just wanted to share for some of you who may be having trouble. It worked for me and I still use them as needed over a year out. Hope some of you can find this helpful. Hi LeeLee, can I ask which brand you are using and ones you recommend? Thank You! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites