Vitamins and protein :(

[Branmuffin 190]

Ladibush I have mentioned Smart shakes at complete nutrition in several threads and it seems as if nobody has heard of it. I love the vanilla and the v-core orange creamscicle is good every once in a while too.

[mistysj 1,940]

I have read that we can only absorb 30 grams of Protein in a meal and the rest just goes straight through.

[mamato2 21]

Today is such a disappointment I am so sad that I can't stop my tears. Today I tried 4 different Proteins and I had to throw everything I made because I was disgusted ... I was always a very picky eater. I loved sweets that was my problem.... I am soooooo sad I was only able to get like 15g of Protein maybe it's even less.. I don't know what to do or what to get. I spend over 200$ on protein products and I did not like any of them at all!!! I can't believe I did this to myself I am probably never going to be the same!! <br><br><br> Today was my first day taking vitamins... I took one Multivitamin that I bought from my surgeons office and I almost threw up.. I will never take it again. I took the B12 under my tongue and it was ok not the best but not something I can't tolerate. I didn't even try the Calcium because it looked exactly like the multivitamin. Today was just sooooo horrible. I was disappointed and I literally forced myself but just couldn't. <br><br> Then I cleaned my room thoroughly and did 2 loads of laundry. I had too because I am a freak clean. The problem? Well when I took a shower my scar by my chest was feeling like it's burning and I looked at it and it's kinda open it's not like the other ones. I took the shower anyways and went to the gym after. The gym was closing at 5 and I get there at 4:30 and I was so upset. <br><br> Went to cvs to try and buy some other Vitamins because I don't want to give up. I found some chewable calcium vitamins that are caramel and chocolate and I bought both since it was buy one get one free. I tried the caramel and I loved it. It tasted like candy and I chewed it really really well and it didn't upset my stomach. I hope I will like the chocolate. I also bought fruit burst multivitamin which I will take with my dinner. I hope I will like it. I know these are probably not approved by the surgeon but I do want to take something and I have to take these. <br><br> I really don't know what to do about protein. The only think that had high protein which I liked was the Greek yogurt. Farina only had 2g. Uhg this is so frustrating and upsetting. <br><br> I tried a Jello sugar free double chocolate pudding which I've been craving since day of surgery and now that I am allowed to have it, my tummy didn't like it so much .. Maybe I ate it to fast and I will give it another try. I also am having mashed potatoes for dinner and I hope I will like them. The supermarket have them now in 4oz cups and microwaveable. I might add some sour cream. I am working so hard to lose weight and eat right. But I think I am going to have a hard time because I am a really really picky eater that it's unbelievable. <br><br> Today was just a really bad day. I know everyone says it will get better but when?

Ugh! You have just posted every motion I have and am 5 days out however broke into tears with all the food cravings and hunger pains and now wishing I didn't do this please someone tell

Me I won't regret this the rest of my life please please the only way I'm getting protein in is slim fast I have tried very other shake spent tons of money and just the smell gags me right now I'm wondering is there a way to undue the staples and give me my stomach back I think I'm going crazy!

[Jhealan 62]

I had a really hard time with Protein shakes/powders too. I have lots here that I will be giving to my NUT to offer as samples to others. However, I finally found CorePower -- it's light and smooth and my stomach and taste buds say OK! Vanilla I mix with hot chocolate mix in the evening! Strawberry/banana in the morning -- when I can. Don't give up! There is something out there for you!

[donaboss 131]

I'm feeling better. I never liked cottage cheese until yesterday..my amazing co-worker always searching new Protein food for me. She tells me to get the whipped cottage cheese which is only 4g of carbs and 16g of protein for 4oz. I tried it last night and omg I was in love with it. Still I am not getting more than 30g of protein but that's all I can do for now. I am forcing myself to take the Vitamins though. Of course my co-worker is on my ass and always reminding me haha... I don't know what I would do without her. I know she doesn't want me to get sick so she is always checking up on me

[wendybringhurstakrealtor 10]

Oh shoot. First time I have heard this. Tell me this isn't so. I drink 55 grams in the am for Breakfast. Doubling my powder in milk. Do you have a good source for this?

I guess I'll have to do one at night now and stop doubling my am one. Gah.

[jlosmile 6]

There are varying opinions on this subject. Nutritionists will tell you different things based on their research, schooling and doctor's orders of what to tell you. The National Institute of Health states it is a myth and there is no way to 100% state the absolute amount of Protein absorbed at one time. The absorption rate of all Vitamins, minerals and nutrients (both macro and micro) varies among each individual. My best suggestion is to do what works for you as long as your labs are coming back within normal ranges for you. Too often we compare ourselves to one another but everyone's journey is different since our bodies are so different. Always adhere to your body's signals and lab results! If in doubt, follow your doctor's suggestions.

On a side note, I went to GNC yesterday and was able to taste several samples of Protein shakes before purchasing both some ready made shakes and some Protein Powder that tastes great mixed in water! You may check to see if your local GNC has samples available. I used to love chocolate Protein Shakes but can not stomach them post surgery. It is funny how much changes in our bodies after surgery!

[Mlh 12]

Doña boss, 30 gr of Protein is great if that's what you can do at this point. The DSers all say that's a reasonable goal for the first month. You can raise it in the second month. Hang in there. You are going through one of the toughest times for most of us.

[donaboss 131]

Doña boss, 30 gr of Protein is great if that's what you can do at this point. The DSers all say that's a reasonable goal for the first month. You can raise it in the second month. Hang in there. You are going through one of the toughest times for most of us.

Omg you think so? That makes me feel so much better. I've been eating cottage cheese twice a day which equals 32g alone. Plus I have light and fight Greek yogurt which is 12g of protein each. I guess I'm not doing so bad

[Schmincke 118]

Donaboss, I feel so bad to hear your tough day! My NUT suggests making double Protein milk by adding 1/4 cup of powdered skim milk to regular milk. You could drink it or if you don't like the flavor plain, you could use it to make creamy Soup or pudding. I use it to make cream of wheat or oatmeal. Also the protein powders can mix into yogurt or shakes as someone else suggested. If you have a gaping wound you need to call your surgeon. Hang in there!

Edited January 21, 2014 by Schmincke

[Maxim key 1]

Try Pure Protein. It has 23 grams of protein and only 110 calories. I drink the chocolate and it tastes a lot like chocolate milk.

As to the Vitamins, Bariatric Advantage has a Vitamin that you don't have to chew. It is a capsule and I find them much more agreeable than the chewables. They also have chewable Calcium that comes in a few different flavors. They are pretty good.