newmak 0 Posted August 24, 2016 Hi all! I'm 3 weeks out from surgery and am in the puréed phase. I'm having a hard time getting in my daily Protein and am looking for suggestions on what to eat. My doctor would prefer I not rely on Protein shakes so I'm really struggling. Any help that can be offered is a HUGE help! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted August 25, 2016 My nutritionist said it's almost impossible to get enough Protein at that point without supplements (shake or powder). Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PJenkins 18 Posted August 25, 2016 I talked to the nutritionist about Protein. She said 60 - 70 grams per day. My question is, if this becomes absorbed by the small intestine, how much do you need daily before you absorb that much? I am also interested in vitamine absorption. How much do you take in order for your body to get what it needs. Help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted August 25, 2016 Hi all! I'm 3 weeks out from surgery and am in the puréed phase. I'm having a hard time getting in my daily Protein and am looking for suggestions on what to eat. My doctor would prefer I not rely on Protein shakes so I'm really struggling. Any help that can be offered is a HUGE help! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App At three weeks I was on soft foods so lots of Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, tuna, turkey, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newmak 0 Posted August 25, 2016 I talked to the nutritionist about Protein. She said 60 - 70 grams per day. My question is, if this becomes absorbed by the small intestine, how much do you need daily before you absorb that much? I am also interested in vitamine absorption. How much do you take in order for your body to get what it needs. Help I'm trying to get in the 60g of protein a day but my doctor says that's the minimum that is needed. Also I'm taking two mulivitamins and two Calcium supplements a day along with B12. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alighterkaan 128 Posted August 25, 2016 so I would reccommend purchasing genepro! it IS a Protein Powder, but you can mix it in anything (it's flavorless). I try to stay away from shakes because I become so dependent on them/replace all of my meals with them. Instead, I eat "normal" now and since I drink a lot of coffee during the day, I just add GENEPRO to my coffee and I can never tell its there! I had it during my pureed stage too and would put it into pudding and stuff. works wonders! it's a tablespoon sized scoop and is 30 grams of Protein per scoop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beautiful 1 22 Posted August 25, 2016 My doctor suggested hummus Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ruby81 19 Posted August 25, 2016 My doctor suggested hummus Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App What you you eat that with alone? Sent from my SM-N910F using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beautiful 1 22 Posted August 25, 2016 Yes it's actually good Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vagriffin 16 Posted August 26, 2016 I talked to the nutritionist about Protein. She said 60 - 70 grams per day. My question is, if this becomes absorbed by the small intestine, how much do you need daily before you absorb that much? I am also interested in vitamine absorption. How much do you take in order for your body to get what it needs. HelpTake Bariatric Advantage chewable Multivitamins. It has all the b Vitamins you need. Don't but that over the counter Vitamin supplements. It is hard to take in 60-70 grams. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
165B445 188 Posted August 27, 2016 Protein Shakes are my icing on the cake for meeting my daily Protein goals 75-80 grams... I either start or end the day on a syntrex nectar double Cookies and cream with lactose free milk (30 grams)... salmon, tuna, shrimp, chicken and Turkey are my major protein points... good luck with your journey... you will find your favs for daily protein. Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monie45 22 Posted August 27, 2016 I used a liquid protein.. Prostat you can purchase it from Publix.. And you can take shots... Sent from my LG-D850 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobey 177 Posted August 27, 2016 (edited) Yoghurt, eggs, cheese and remember you can add Protein Powder to foods if you're struggling to get it all in. I don't do shakes cause I'm not a fan, but it was near important to hit my goal with food alone at 3 weeks. It's gets easier, I promise Edited August 27, 2016 by Jobey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vagriffin 16 Posted August 27, 2016 Premier Protein shake has a new flavor banana and cream, it is the bomb. Delicious and I only seen it at Sam's Club Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vagriffin 16 Posted August 27, 2016 Yoghurt, eggs, cheese and remember you can add Protein powder to foods if you're struggling to get it all in. I don't do shakes cause I'm not a fan, but it was near important to hit my goal with food alone at 3 weeks. It's gets easier, I promise If you try the Premier Protein shake banana and cream you will feel differently about the Protein Shakes I promise. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites