Bariatric Vegan

[amyjanelle3 3]

Hey everyone! My name is Amy and I'm 13 days post op, had RNY gastric bypass surgery 4/26/17. (with added bonus- hiatal hernia repair) I'm a single mother of four children currently living in Virginia, originally from So Cal. I am 1 year vegan for the animals and am having an interesting time figuring out pre op and post op nutrition options for myself. Just looking to make friends (I swear I'm not judgy lol) I don't know anyone else personally who has had any procedure like mine.

[Bodhi Tree 54]

Hi there! I was wondering if you might be able to answer a few questions for me? I am a bit confused as to whether or not it's okay to remain vegan after surgery? I've heard so many people tell me that I'll be unable to get my Protein quotas met, and my dietician said it's not even realistic "cutting out entire food groups". *sigh*
So I guess what I'm wondering is - are you able to get the required amounts? Also what sorts of supplements do you require daily? Is it the standard post bariatric multis, along with the B's, Iron, Calcium etc? Many thanks in advance [emoji111]

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[jimwright 6]

Protein Drinks, bars and Protein chips. I an not vegan and this is the only way i can get in 100 grams of protein a day.

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[Bodhi Tree 54]

Not to be rude, but I was hoping to get advice in regards to a vegan diet. Thanks just the same for your input though [emoji4]

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[jnj701 39]

If you're interested in watching a YouTube video. There is this girl that has wls and she is full vegan now! She posts videos of foods she eats and stuff, her name is madeupmamma so if you watch her newer videos maybe they will help![emoji5]

[Bodhi Tree 54]

If you're interested in watching a YouTube video. There is this girl that has wls and she is full vegan now! She posts videos of foods she eats and stuff, her name is madeupmamma so if you watch her newer videos maybe they will help![emoji5]

Excellent! Thank you very much!

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[Nhope 146]

Not vegan, but pescetarian (I eat fish and dairy products). Not eating meat or fowl does present some challenges. But I'm happy to be a buddy, amyjanelle3. I'm in that waiting period of being approved for surgery and now waiting for the big day on Aug. 4.

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[Liltwidget 1]

There are plenty of plant based protien supplements out there. I have Evolve in my pantry right now (Ideal Vanilla). It's vegan and has 20g protien per serving.