newstartme 24 Posted November 27, 2014 Happy Thanksgiving all! 9 days post operation and energy level real low! ???????? any tips? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jill7768 46 Posted November 27, 2014 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! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Essence46 493 Posted November 27, 2014 Protein! Protein! Protein! Hope it helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mick 99 Posted November 27, 2014 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! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newstartme 24 Posted November 27, 2014 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted November 27, 2014 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> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alexa 10 Posted November 28, 2014 Thank you for the posts and the suggestion to use fruit. I am 10 days out, getting my Protein in, taking my Vitamins and drinking my Water yet I feel soooo weak. Any and all suggestions are welcome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
STWoodley 25 Posted November 30, 2014 I agree if you can get in more than your required protein/water it will make you feel a lot better. Good Luck:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarieMarie 346 Posted November 30, 2014 Protein Shake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbyrd316 10 Posted December 1, 2014 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VSGAnn2014 12,992 Posted December 1, 2014 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrsbailey921 117 Posted December 1, 2014 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites