No Energy!

[Barry W 336]

A few more calories wouldn't hurt, 500 is really low. An average of 800 should still allow rapid weigh loss.

Another question is are you eating a variety of soft fruits and a variety of well-cooked, soft-ish vegetables? Vitamins definitely make a difference, and while you should be taking supplements, they are not as good as getting Vitamins in whole foods.

I'm pureed right now. I try to incorporate different foods. Hummus is my thing. But chick peas havery alot of carbs. Next week is soft food. That is when I think it will get better for me.

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Veggies are very low in carbs. Fruits have some carbs, yes, but the dose is pretty low and the soluble Fiber slows absorption of the glucose liberated - so you don't need to worry about either fruits & vegetables and those two categories are really the Vitamin powerhouses. Whole fruit, fresh or frozen is best. Just avoid fruits with a lot of added sugar - like some dried fruits and canned fruits in heavy Syrup. Most fruit juices are also not great, as they usually lack the soluble Fiber and have added sugar too.

Legumes like chickpeas are a healthy and tasty way to get a mix of Protein and yes, a modest amount of starch. Because legumes have tons of soluble fiber, you don't really need to worry about the starch though. These are a very different animal than say a potato or corn. Besides chickpeas - edamame, kidney Beans, black Beans, navy beans, lentils and green peas are all healthy legumes.

See the legumes overview in this mayo Clinic article:

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/legumes/art-20044278

Edited April 19, 2016 by Barry W

[TJBintheOC 104]

It's totally normal and your energy will go up in no time. Your body is adjusting. Congratulations on your 40lb loss!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

A few more calories wouldn't hurt, 500 is really low. An average of 800 should still allow rapid weigh loss.

Another question is are you eating a variety of soft fruits and a variety of well-cooked, soft-ish vegetables? Vitamins definitely make a difference, and while you should be taking supplements, they are not as good as getting Vitamins in whole foods.

I'm pureed right now. I try to incorporate different foods. Hummus is my thing. But chick peas havery alot of carbs. Next week is soft food. That is when I think it will get better for me.

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I don't avoid carbs, I avoid starches (refined carbs, sugars, white rice, etc.). I don't eat a lot of them, but I do eat complex carbs.

[melyssafaye 181]

It'll be a month post op on the 21st. Down 40 pounds. Have absolutely no energy whatsoever. I've been taking B12 for 3 weeks and feel nothing. I know you're supposed to give meds 4-6 weeks but I thought I would feel something by now. Anyone advice and or solution would help. Thanks.

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I am just a little over a month out and have also lost 40lbs. At the end of week one, I felt fantastic and had tons of energy. This went on through week 4.

Week 5, I felt sluggish and week 6, I could hardly convince myself to get out of bed.

I am doing ok with Water and Protein and surprisingly, didn't hit the 3 week stall. Instead, I hit a wall of exhaustion.

I don't know how to fix it, but be gentle with yourself. I just rested for days and now I'm beginning to feel more energetic. I think our bodies are just going through some stuff and need more resources to deal with the situation.

Keep drinking...

[KristenLe 5,979]

If those feeling weak or tired are on any meds - talk to your physician about whether they need adjusting (especially BP meds).