Plant based diet

[Newme17 3,444]

Oh my Lord, if you see my question/topic floating around every page is because I had no idea where to place it!!! So sorry about this. I think I should have just started off in the general forum. So, posting for the third time....

Hi, I'm new here. Gathering a lot of info as to what to expect to getting sleeved. I have my first appointment of all appointments on Jan 19, 2017. I have yet to see or hear of anyone having a plant based diet after the surgery. I currently take juice Plus supplements in replace of Vitamins, etc. I'm also trying to change my diet to more plant based as well. Are veggies and fruits not tolerable? Is anyone getting their Protein intake from plant sources, i.e. Beans, etc? Sorry for the numerous questions. Just want to make sure it's doable.

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[Saturn 17]

While I'm not all plant based, I am not a meat eater. I get my Protein from my supplements, Beans, Boca...... since I'm required by my NUT and surgeon to get between 80-100 grams per day I feel it would be impossible to get that amount all plant based and little stomach. At the start, post op, I think it would be very difficult. Good luck with your information gathering!

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[Newme17 3,444]

Saturn, 80-100 grams is a lot of Protein in a day. Is that the norm?

Yeah, from plant sources it's probably going to be a little harder, maybe. Depends on what I find. I've got a lot to look for.

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[IveGotThePower 395]

I am 8 months out and have started a plant based diet. Too much Protein and not enough Fiber has led to a not so happy digestive system. Since I can eat more now, I believe I can still get my Protein in along with veggies. Only 2 days in, so the next few weeks should be interesting. I just had my full blood work done last week, so I want to see the results and then compare it to the next one after being plant based for several months. Good luck to you, I don't see a lot of replies from plant based people, but I do believe it is a healthy way to go so long as you meet your protein goals.

[Newme17 3,444]

That's what I was thinking....why so much Protein? I'll read up on the basis of that, but it's almost inconceivable as to why we need so much after the surgery.

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