Introduction....2 weeks Post RNY

[RobynS01 6]

Hi Everyone,

My name is Robyn from Canada and I had my Gastric Bypass surgery on May 22, 2015. I lost 11 lbs during my 2 week pre-op diet and have since lost 10 lbs post-op. I worry that I'm not getting enough Protein and Water in as I am NEVER hungry and feel full and bloated when drinking water. I see my Surgeon on June 17 for my first follow-up post surgery and will make inquiries at that time. In the meantime should anyone have any suggestions or useful tips, they'd be greatly appreciated.

Thank you kindly,

Robyn

[James Marusek 5,244]

In the beginning your body is in a heal mode, so if you fall short of your daily requirements, don't become too concerned. Just keep working toward your goals.

I hate Protein shakes, but until your food volume increases, you have to supplement your Protein intake. There are a variety of Protein Shakes out there. Experiment until you find one you can tolerate. For me, I used Muscle Milk Light (vanilla Creme) powder blended with Water in a Ninja (single serving) blender with a half a banana added.

After surgery, I found that I no longer liked drinking ice Water. I found that flavored water (Crystal Light) was tolerable. So that is what I relied on. Later I found that fine teas and Decaf coffee worked well. If you can tolerate milk, you might try a cup of hot cocoa but you must use a "no sugar added" variety by Nesquik.

[RobynS01 6]

Thanks for the info James

[kelli7603 7]

Hi Robyn, I had RNY May 5. Like the other poster said, don't sweat the first couple weeks. Just try to stay hydrated, sip by small sip. I HATED Protein Drinks myself. After the 2 week visit with the doc, he said it was ok, as long as I recorded what I ate, and I had the amount of Protein I needed. Hence, I have survived on soft eggs, tuna pouches, and soft canned meat. I cook a lot of meat in the crockpot because it is more tender. Also, 90 percent ground beef was easy for me. Be patient, you will figure it out!

[RobynS01 6]

Ok thx Kelli

[laneydasilva 34]

Hi I'm also from Canada lets chat

Edited June 26, 2015 by laneydasilva