So tired/help veteran vsg's please

[NewLisa14 4]

I had surgery Sept 15, 2014. I'm down 20 lbs but everytime i eat Protein anything it makes my stomach gurgle and gurgle up my throat so loud everyone can hear it. Is that normal? Plus, i am exhausted i literally sleep all day today. I walked the mall yesterday for about 2 hours but really I'm exhausted. Does it get better?

[Kindle 8,667]

You have to realize you are less than 2 weeks out from a MAJOR surgery. You have to be patient and give yourself time to heal. Would you expect to be playing basketball 2 weeks after a knee replacement? You can't expect your stomach to be "performing" normally quite yet.

As for the exhaustion, you are operating on very few calories which means less energy. I actually found I was a lot less tired once I started adding carbs (blended peaches, mangos, bananas, etc ) in my Protein shakes. Using milk instead of Water to mix my shakes also helped because dairy has a decent amount of carbs. I have never treated carbs or fat as the "enemy". A well balanced postop diet has worked great for me.

And yes, of course it gets better.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Normal.

Normal.

Normal.

YES.

And then, when you've lost your weight, it's the best freaking thing EVER.

Promise.

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

The hardest thing the first month is proper hydration. Even mild dehydration can make you feel like death warmed over. Sip sIP sip...and patience.

[CowgirlJane 14,259]

I advise perusing before and after photos from those who have gone before you..makes for sweet dreams.

[NewLisa14 4]

Thanks so much for all the info. I really felt great for a few days and it hit me like a brick wall. I thought maybe there was something i was doing wrong. I get in 80 oz of liquids Protein about 50gm. I have my post NUT appt wed so we shall see. Thanks you all are wonderful

[bikrchk 1,313]

Did your surgeon prescribe Vitamins? You might be low somewhere (B12 or iron). I was sent with instructions to take extra of both of those in addition to 2 Multivitamins per day and extra Calcium. Tired for the first month is NORMAL, but if it persists, check with your team. Also, don't be afraid of food! You need Protein AND a few carbs to recover, especially if you're active! Record all of it and keep your macros where your team recommended.