kj44 215 Posted November 3, 2013 I had a nurse ask me if i was informed by my dr about the effects of consuming so much Protein some of which r kidney stones or liver damage. I had not been advised of these at all. Anyone know if these r genuine concerns and if so what's the precautions for not doing damage ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kalee76 28 Posted November 3, 2013 I don't know how true it is about all wls patients but my friend had the bypass ten months ago and she had to have a stint put in between her kidney and bladder so her kidney stones could pass. She said it was very painful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Someguy1383837857 18 Posted November 3, 2013 http://www.livestrong.com/article/285939-whey-protein-liver-damage/ According to this it is the opposite? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spunkyirishpunk 29 Posted November 3, 2013 As long as you keep up with your Water intake you should have no problems as the water helps flush your kidneys. You would have to consume TONS of Protein in order for it to have an adverse effect. 1 Kay__S reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kalee76 28 Posted November 3, 2013 Yes I agree my friend told me to drink a lot and it would prevent kidney stones. I ment to say this in my earlier post Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kj44 215 Posted November 3, 2013 Thank u for the info. I appreciate it and will be diligent in my Water intake for sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EatUmUp 9 Posted November 3, 2013 I asked my NUT specifically how much Protein was too much because I was starving on my pre op. She said no body should consume more than 100oz per day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
italian-girl 152 Posted November 3, 2013 I had a nurse ask me if i was informed by my dr about the effects of consuming so much Protein some of which r kidney stones or liver damage. I had not been advised of these at all. Anyone know if these r genuine concerns and if so what's the precautions for not doing damage ? Yeah drink Water and a lot of it. I had kidney stones 6 weeks after surgery... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kay__S 33 Posted November 3, 2013 Yeah drink Water and a lot of it. I had kidney stones 6 weeks after surgery... Oh no!!!! That seems so unfair! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AtlantaRed 651 Posted November 3, 2013 I passed a Calcium type of kidney stone last year (no sleeve) and was told not to take calcium supplements because it would cause more. So, one NUT said calcium supplements, I asked about another stone. She said that sun e I have had a stone before, my Water intake needs to be between 80-100 oz instead of the usual 64 a day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EatUmUp 9 Posted November 3, 2013 I passed a Calcium type of kidney stone last year (no sleeve) and was told not to take calcium supplements because it would cause more. So' date=' one NUT said calcium supplements, I asked about another stone. She said that sun e I have had a stone before, my Water intake needs to be between 80-100 oz instead of the usual 64 a day.[/quote'] Wow, that's a lot of water. You must have really beautiful skin 1 Kay__S reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fiddleman 4,376 Posted November 3, 2013 I asked my NUT specifically how much Protein was too much because I was starving on my pre op. She said no body should consume more than 100oz per day. Interesting, I consume about 150-170 g protein on average a day. There are others on this site that also consume higher amounts. I also drink lots and lots of Water, about 180-200 oz on average a day. Urine color is fine, no ammonia smell and, so far, no stones. Those that wish to build muscle need at eat at least 1 g of protein per bodyweight. My body weight is between 172-178, depending on bounce. I typically get close, to 1 g per lb but not quite there, so tend to preserve muscle and not gain muscle when combined with strength training during the week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EatUmUp 9 Posted November 3, 2013 Interesting' date=' I consume about 150-170 g Protein on average a day. There are others on this site that also consume higher amounts. I also drink lots and lots of Water, about 180-200 oz on average a day. Urine color is fine, no ammonia smell and, so far, no stones. Those that wish to build muscle need at eat at least 1 g of protein per bodyweight. My body weight is between 172-178, depending on bounce. I typically get close, to 1 g per lb but not quite there, so tend to preserve muscle and not gain muscle when combined with strength training during the week.[/quote'] You should always follow the the advice of your NUT. That is what mine told me but obviosly your situation is different than mine. I'm glad what you're doing is working for you. ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
italian-girl 152 Posted November 3, 2013 Oh no!!!! That seems so unfair! It's the worst pain I've ever felt in my life. Been getting in my Water daily and it's been fine as of now. But let me tell you it's a pain like no other. And you don't want one! I'd never wish it on anyone not even my worst enemy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites