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How much Protein are you getting in? Water? For me, the more I do, the more I feel like I CAN do. In moderation, of course!

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Protein! Protein! Protein! Hope it helps.


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I think most of us went through that phase. Just have patience and recognize that you are healing and this lack of energy is just a part of that healing process. It lasted a few weeks with me and Now I feel great and I am full of energy.

My surgery date was in July. I just turned 66 and cannot get over how good I feel.

Having this surgery is the best decision I have made in years!

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Thank you all for your responses. I am taking my Protein and Vitamins but i guess my sugar was low because i decided to have 1oz of baby food banana, pear, pineapple and broccoli and boy! That brought me back to life i even went to the gym! ???? i feel good.

I always felt better on the days I added fruit (banana, applesauce, pureed peaches, mangos) to my protein smoothies.< /p>

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I agree if you can get in more than your required protein/water it will make you feel a lot better.

Good Luck:)

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I was the same way before starting pureed foods, sometimes had trouble holding my head up. I have rebounded now and am starting to have a bit more energy.

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Basic nutritional fact: Carbs = energy. :)

Sugar (in our cases, a little fruit) = quick energy. :)

You are on a (relatively) high-Protein menu, but you're not on a zero-carb diet.

Enjoy. :)

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i too had the same problem. my friend who was sleeved told me to add just a TOUCH of apple juice to my diet during this full liquid stage, and it helped so much that now i have 4 ounces per day for energy. i feel back to my old self besides pain at the surgical site.

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