Pam924 84 Posted November 20, 2016 I came home on Friday morning after surgery on Wednesday and have no major complaints, so I know I am fortunate. One question however (I searched the boards and did not see an answer) -- can you have too MUCH Protein immediately post-op? My husband made me sugar - free Jello with unflavored Protein powder in it, he also made me chicken broth and we are putting unflavored Protein in that, I bad a Brariatric Advantage shake with Fairlife Milk (super high protein), and it all came out to about 140 grahams of protein. I also got about 64 additional ounces of Fluid in. Total calorie count (which I know is unimportant) was under 400, so I know I am not over eating -- but will that much protein be difficult on my liver -- anyone know? Thanks!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kayelly 6 Posted November 20, 2016 I was told you shouldn't go too much over the recommended amount. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pam924 84 Posted November 20, 2016 I came home on Friday morning after surgery on Wednesday and have no major complaints, so I know I am fortunate. One question however (I searched the boards and did not see an answer) -- can you have too MUCH Protein immediately post-op? My husband made me sugar - free Jello with unflavored Protein Powder in it, he also made me chicken broth and we are putting unflavored Protein in that, I had a Brariatric Advantage shake with Fairlife Milk (super high protein), and it all came out to about 140 grahams of protein. I also got about 64 additional ounces of Fluid in. Total calorie count (which I know is unimportant) was under 400, so I know I am not over eating -- but will that much protein be difficult on my liver -- anyone know? Thanks!! Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Treadmillwalker 486 Posted November 20, 2016 I heard the body can only absorb 30 grams of Protein at a time and after that it is expensive pee or can store as fat. I'm not sure how far apart the Protein consumption is suppose to be. I consume 90 to 100 grams a day. I look forward to reading what others have heard. Had lapband surgery 10/12/16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites