Nutrition

[Danielle Carey 1]

I was sleeved on 11/18. So far, things have been going well. I have lost about 14 pounds since my surgery. I recently started purees and I am not even close to the Protein intake that I need. I can't stomach Protein Shakes, I HATE THEM. I physically can't get them down without gagging and giving up on them. I am only able to eat 1/4 cup of food at a time, which I try to add unflavored Protein Powder to but it still isn't enough. I am tracking my caloric intake in a food diary and am only getting to about 400-600 calories a day. I can't imagine that this is healthy. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[sbg224 318]

It is very normal to only get in that amount of calories. The Protein is what is most important. I was fortunate that I could drink Protein shakes, Premier, I still drink one every AM, and I am almost 4 months out. 30gms per shake. Have you tried the protein powders, I like Bariatric Advantage, 27gms protein, and I add blueberries, or banana, flavored yogurt, fat free milk of any kind, etc. Some people really like the unjury drinks, 40gms of protein per serving. I was fortunate to get in my protein from the first week, and I think it will make a difference in how well you heal and how you feel. Try whatever you can to meet the 70-80gms of protein a day, at least that was the requirement for me in my program. I am now up to 100-120gms a day. Good luck

[justintime 9]

My dietician said that you get the rest of the calories you need by your body burning your fat.

[cindi gant 101]

Try the Water based Protein Drinks, like Isopure. I did not care for those but some people like them better than the shakes. Protein promotes healing and weight loss. It is important to find a way to get in the appropriate amount.