Anabean 21 Posted September 22, 2016 Hi, All So I'm 5 weeks post op and am struggling to get 1/4 C. of food in at meal time. I'm supposed to be at about 1/2 C. but feel full just shy of 1/4 c. Now I find that I am hungry a little over every 2 hours. This then leads to having difficulty getting all my Protein,60g , in everyday. I'm considering having 2 Protein shakes a day in addition to food. Thoughts or any experience with this Sent from my SGH-M919 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dub 9,922 Posted September 22, 2016 There is nothing wrong with supplementing with Protein shakes to get your goals met. I'm about to mix one for my Breakfast this morning and drink it on the way to work, in fact. This is a fairly routine practice for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bufflehead 6,358 Posted September 22, 2016 Don't try to force yourself to eat more than you are comfortable with. Usually the serving sizes listed in documentation from a bariatric program is a maximum, not a minimum. And stomachs do not come in "one size fits all" configurations, either pre-op or post-op. Your goal should be to *never* eat so much that you feel uncomfortable. And Dub is absolutely right, there is nothing wrong with supplementing with Protein Shakes to get all your Protein in, or swapping out a Protein Shake for a meal, as long as you are staying within a reasonable calorie limit for the day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laliza 45 Posted September 22, 2016 I had trouble eating and staying in my Protein shake and mushies for a few months. Some pouches heal longer than others. Listen to ur body. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted September 22, 2016 How are you feeling otherwise? I am considering and love to hear everyone tell their tales. I would hope to go back to work by week 2 ...hard to take time off. Sent from my SM-G900H using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anabean 21 Posted September 22, 2016 How are you feeling otherwise? I am considering and love to hear everyone tell their tales. I would hope to go back to work by week 2 ...hard to take time off. Sent from my SM-G900H using the BariatricPal App I'm doing great! Healing went well ,no complications. I took 3 weeks off and I was glad I did! Sent from my SGH-M919 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted September 22, 2016 @@Anabean My plan recommends continuing to supplement shakes at that stage. It's difficult to get in your Protein with the small amount we can eat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suzzzzz 1,005 Posted September 22, 2016 I am 3 mths out and can only eat 1/4 to a 1/3 cup of food. I hear my surgeons voice at times saying "do not clean your plate." :-) Still having a Protein shake every morning and sometimes in the afternoon depending on my day. You are doing great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sai 785 Posted September 22, 2016 Hi, All So I'm 5 weeks post op and am struggling to get 1/4 C. of food in at meal time. I'm supposed to be at about 1/2 C. but feel full just shy of 1/4 c. Now I find that I am hungry a little over every 2 hours. This then leads to having difficulty getting all my Protein,60g , in everyday. I'm considering having 2 Protein shakes a day in addition to food. Thoughts or any experience with this Sent from my SGH-M919 using the BariatricPal App solid food or pureed, or both? I'm only 3 weeks out, and I can eat 1/4 pureed easy (unfortunately hehe). I have heard there is a huge difference between pureed and solid feelings of full. Thanks. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
natalien 4 Posted September 22, 2016 How are you feeling otherwise? I am considering and love to hear everyone tell their tales. I would hope to go back to work by week 2 ...hard to take time off. Sent from my SM-G900H using the BariatricPal App I had my surgery on the 5th of September, I'm about half way through week three and I just now feel somewhat ok to work. But u was naughty I took a plane home 3 days ago and had bad abdominal pain from sitting so long took about 2 days to subside... All good now though. Also I'm a manicurist, only thing worrying me is the sitting for so long Sent from my SM-N920I using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcnaira44 2 Posted September 22, 2016 I'm five week post op and I Weighing my solid food but chewing to a consistency before swallowing and I'm eating only 2.5 oz at one time and next week should be 4oz I'm not sure I'll be ready for 4oz but my stomach tolerate food good haven't been sick only when j don't take my nexium. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted September 22, 2016 I'm five week post op and I Weighing my solid food but chewing to a consistency before swallowing and I'm eating only 2.5 oz at one time and next week should be 4oz I'm not sure I'll be ready for 4oz but my stomach tolerate food good haven't been sick only when j don't take my nexium. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Take your time - no need to rush larger portions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcnaira44 2 Posted September 22, 2016 I told the dr and dietician on my three week check up on and it was ok I gave to chew a very long time to get it where I can swallow only chicken n pork cut in small pieces other foods is soft. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anabean 21 Posted September 23, 2016 Thanks everyone! I am currently drinking 1 premier Protein shake (30 g) and today I added 1/2 of another brand Protein Shake in addition to eating pretty much every 2 hours. My body seemed to liek this better and I reached over 70g of Protein today!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SusieT 43 Posted September 23, 2016 Just be very careful with the Premier Protein shakes. They do give you a slug of Protein (30g)and are tasty. However, I've never been so constipated in my life as the time of pre-surgery liquid fast and the first month after, due to those shakes. I learned to add 3 scoops of Benefiber Clear to my shakes, along with crushed ice and shake them well, and they went down nicely. Note: You might not be able to drink all 16 oz without feeling queasy. We were told to try half at a time, if that's the case. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
