Question:
1 week post op and can't seem to get in portein HELP!!!
1 week post op & I can't see how to get in all the protein (60-70g) aday can someone pleaseee!!! break this down for me in amounts and what kinds of foods can you do this with at 1 wk post-op my Dr still has me on a liquid diet. lap RNY — Stacy R. (posted on July 16, 2003)
July 16, 2003
Relaqx thats normal. At this point hydration is more important. The protein
is a goal, you cant get there instantly. Your tummy is still swollen from
the trauma of being operated on.Soon you will be able to eat more and get
all your protein in.
— bob-haller
July 16, 2003
I had the same problem. I was able to increase my protein by mixing 2oz
portions at a time. It should get better as the stomach swelling goes down.
— M B.
July 16, 2003
I know the importance of protein should be the highest priority, but
sometimes its just no possible to get all that in. I know for myself, i
only had a 1/2 oz pouch and still have a hard time struggling to get things
in almost 3 months postop..i just try to make sure protein is included in
everything i eat. I also have to eat several times a day, but now that i
dont care about eating i have to remind myself to get there. My dietician
said not to worry that eventually you will be able to get everything in. I
still eat a 'balanced' diet and i am still doing well. lap rny 4/22 -60
— Kerry R.
July 16, 2003
Right now just worry about recovery. Your protein intake will increase
over time.
— susanje
July 16, 2003
The others are right, concentrate on hydration right now. You can also look
in the vitamin stores for liquid proteins. I used a clear koolaid looking
type of protein drink called Isopure Zero Carb that came in 20 oz glass
bottles and flavors like Grape Frost or Blue Rasberry. With 40 grams of
protein per bottle, I would cut it in 1/2 with water and sip on it all day.
I know there are other types out there but you may want to try something
like that at this early stage, but bottom line, don't worry about getting
in enough protein for now.
— Cindy R.
July 16, 2003
At a week post-op, I was on full liquids with no milk products. My surgeon
told me not to worry about protein but to concentrate on drinking. I lived
on V8 Juice. He was much more concerned with fluid intake than protein. I
didn't start worrying about the amount of protein til I was about 3 months
post-op. Up to that point, I ate protein first but since I couldn't eat
much I didn't get a lot. That is when I started supplements and I've done
great.
— Patty_Butler
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