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Topic: RE: Protein drinks
Lori--I hear you--I struggle to find a good protein shake...I have tried 5-6 different types with no luck. One good option is to get a "sampler pack" from one of the bariatric eating companies online-- I just ordered one and it has 6 different flavors so I am hoping one is good for me.. I was also considering buying some protein "shots" that are like 2 oz of liquid with 30 g of protein in them. I think even if I can't choke down a whole shake I could remember back to my college days and down a shot :)
Topic: RE: Struggling
Congradulations on your weight loss. I had my done on the same day, I have lost 50 pounds so far. I was told to reduce my protein to 50 grams but it is so wonderful to know that wt loss could be more. I needed to read that as a good motivator. I have not loss a lot in three weeks, but I need to step up and throw the ball again.''
Thank you.
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Enjoy your new life!
Thank you.
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Topic: RE: Struggling
Swisspal!
I am so sorry you are struggling, but I would like to give you some advice. I had the VSG on March 17th, so I am 2 1/2 months post-op.
I am not sure why your doctor is giving you that type of advice when you only had your surgery less than a month ago. Sorry, I know all docs are different, but there is no way I was eating anything close to solids back then and especially NOT carbs!
You need protein, either in a powder that you mix or a ready to drink container. You need 80grams of protein a day, in order to feed the body. Which is about four protein drinks a day. In between you should have small amounts of yogurt, cottage cheese, creamy "no chunk" soup.
You didn't make a mistake, you just need a different approach to your nutrition. My doc had me on that for 8 weeks. Now I am on soft solids, shrimp, tuna, ground meats, chili from week 9-12.
I am doing fantastic, as of yesterday I have dropped more than 85 pounds. But you have to feed the body, the right stuff.
You can do this! Big hugs!
I am so sorry you are struggling, but I would like to give you some advice. I had the VSG on March 17th, so I am 2 1/2 months post-op.
I am not sure why your doctor is giving you that type of advice when you only had your surgery less than a month ago. Sorry, I know all docs are different, but there is no way I was eating anything close to solids back then and especially NOT carbs!
You need protein, either in a powder that you mix or a ready to drink container. You need 80grams of protein a day, in order to feed the body. Which is about four protein drinks a day. In between you should have small amounts of yogurt, cottage cheese, creamy "no chunk" soup.
You didn't make a mistake, you just need a different approach to your nutrition. My doc had me on that for 8 weeks. Now I am on soft solids, shrimp, tuna, ground meats, chili from week 9-12.
I am doing fantastic, as of yesterday I have dropped more than 85 pounds. But you have to feed the body, the right stuff.
You can do this! Big hugs!
THIS CHICK IS HEADING FOR THE POT O' GOLD!
Topic: RE: Struggling
I'm sorry that you are having a rough time. I didn't have VSG, so I don't have any knowledge of the surgery or what is required post-op. However after my RNY I felt pretty crappy for about the first 2 weeks, and then it slowly got better after that. I went back to work after 3 weeks and had a really hard time getting in enough protein. Eating was unpleasant and I didn't know what I should eat, how much, etc. It made my stomach feel 'weird' and I never knew if I was doing something wrong. But it did get better. And it will for you too.
You have to remember not only to eat slowly but to really chew your food well. I have only thrown up once when I was eating meat and ate it too quickly or didn't chew well. I try really hard to eat slowly, but sometimes if I've taken a few too many bites too quickly, my stomach feels bloated and I just don't feel good. But I'm learning...and it is getting way better.
I was on liquids for the first 2 weeks, pureed foods for another week after that and then soft foods for 3 weeks after that. It is really hard to find things to eat that you are "allowed" but that time will pass and you will find that you are eating the same things you did before, just healthier choices and smaller amounts.
Definitely post here when you can, you will get tons of support. Did you go to the VSG board?
Take care
You have to remember not only to eat slowly but to really chew your food well. I have only thrown up once when I was eating meat and ate it too quickly or didn't chew well. I try really hard to eat slowly, but sometimes if I've taken a few too many bites too quickly, my stomach feels bloated and I just don't feel good. But I'm learning...and it is getting way better.
I was on liquids for the first 2 weeks, pureed foods for another week after that and then soft foods for 3 weeks after that. It is really hard to find things to eat that you are "allowed" but that time will pass and you will find that you are eating the same things you did before, just healthier choices and smaller amounts.
Definitely post here when you can, you will get tons of support. Did you go to the VSG board?
Take care
Topic: Struggling
Hi all,
I had the VSG here in Switzerland on May 5th, 2010 But I am struggling. Here the nutrietionist visited me in the hospital once. I was told I should be eating
3 meals a day of 2 T each protein, well cooked veg and carbs......I am completely failing. Since coming home from the hospital, I cannot hold down solid food at all. I have been drinking bouillon and flat Sprite. I bought some of those stomach yogurts. I am starting to think I have made a huge mistake. I really have trouble holding things down.... I am eating slowing like 2 hours for a little container for fromage blanc...I am scared and depressed.
I am keeping a food diary and will call my doctor tomorrow. I am thrilled for those who have energy...I can barely walk a flight of stairs today.
Tiring but really confused,
Swisspal
I had the VSG here in Switzerland on May 5th, 2010 But I am struggling. Here the nutrietionist visited me in the hospital once. I was told I should be eating
3 meals a day of 2 T each protein, well cooked veg and carbs......I am completely failing. Since coming home from the hospital, I cannot hold down solid food at all. I have been drinking bouillon and flat Sprite. I bought some of those stomach yogurts. I am starting to think I have made a huge mistake. I really have trouble holding things down.... I am eating slowing like 2 hours for a little container for fromage blanc...I am scared and depressed.
I am keeping a food diary and will call my doctor tomorrow. I am thrilled for those who have energy...I can barely walk a flight of stairs today.
Tiring but really confused,
Swisspal
Swisspal
Topic: RE: Had surgery March 2nd
Had my surgery on March 1 as well!! I am having a hard time getting in the protein. I have not found any shakes that I like, any suggestions?? I am drinking a lot of grapefruit juice, does anyone think this may make me gain weight?
Topic: RE: Share your protein shake recipes!
I use muscle milk. I have 5 ounces mixed with my UPcal calicum packet and serve it over ice. I have two of these servings per day. I've tried the chocolate and vanilla creme. Much better than the powdered protein drinks.
Topic: RE: Protein drinks
Thanks Mary. All of that makes sense to me. The thing is I didn't eat that much protein before. Sure if I made a steak, then I had a huge amount of it...but that wasn't that often. I generally skipped breakfast before and for lunch would sometimes have salad, usually something carby, and occasionally something with protein. So I know I wasn't eating much protein on a regular basis before the surgery. I guess I was just wondering why it would be more important after surgery than it was before.
I have tried lots of kinds of protein...and they all have that protein smell and protein after taste. I try to tolerate it and have been trying to get it down. I usually mix one package with more milk than I should because I need to dilute it some...and then sometimes I can't drink it all in one day. But I will try harder to get more of it in. I guess I better buy some travel mugs. :)
I have tried lots of kinds of protein...and they all have that protein smell and protein after taste. I try to tolerate it and have been trying to get it down. I usually mix one package with more milk than I should because I need to dilute it some...and then sometimes I can't drink it all in one day. But I will try harder to get more of it in. I guess I better buy some travel mugs. :)
Topic: RE: Protein drinks
How many protein drinks / shakes do you guys consume in a day or in a week? Do you still use them regularly? (I do (1) shake per day and that adds almost 38 grams of protein to my day
I don't and I'm afraid that I'm messing up because of that. I try every couple of days to have one. Sometimes it takes me 2 days to finish one shake. I really dislike them and I don't like drinking milk and it tastes godawful with water. (you really need to find one that you can tolerate, because protein is crucial especially in the first 8 months or so, for several factors..primarily because you need protein for your organs to function well adn also to possibly reduce your hair loss)
Can anyone tell me why protein is a huge focus now? Why should it differ from the amount of protein I was eating before surgery? I don't want to not follow the rules, but I'm trying to find a happy medium I can live with. (remember what you used to eat before... a hamburger, eggs, large pieces of cheese, 3 chicken legs, possibly skin also...all those items you cannot eat the amount of anywhere near what you ate before, also your body does not absorb as much of the protein as it once did)...
Protein is required by the body for the growth, maintenance and repair of all cells.
Protein is a major component of all muscles, tissues and organs and is vital for practically every process that occurs within the body such as metabolism, digestion and the transportation of nutrients and oxygen in the blood.
It is also necessary for the production of antibodies, which fight against infection and illness, and is the main nutrient that keeps our hair shiny and healthy, our nails strong, our skin fresh and glowing and our bones strong and healthy.
source http://www.helpwithcooking.com/nutrition-information/protein -guide.html
I have purchased unflavoured to add to foods, but if I add more than a tblsp I can taste it and can't eat it...so that only adds 5 gms of protein.
you just have to grin and bear it..I usually make myself a protein shake for breakfast...I put in two tablespoons orange juice, a small banana and 3 ice cubes, put in the blender and then put it in a travel cup (as not to smell it)...and it's usually gone within a 10 minute drive.
Any insight? (not to freak you out...but truly..it's something that you HAVE to do..one way or another..and there are a lot of ways you can incorporate protein (whey powder)...into yogurt, coffee, cottage cheese, and you can even put it in your baking.. it's not easy and especially not at first..but you can't give up....it is now part of your life....
at a year post-op....I still do my 1 protein shake a day...and if I am not eating dinner with the family because they have chosen fast food, then I iwll make myself another protein shake for dinner. You simply cannot get enough protein, from eating, especially at the stage you are in at the moment...
hope the insight is somewhat helpful
I don't and I'm afraid that I'm messing up because of that. I try every couple of days to have one. Sometimes it takes me 2 days to finish one shake. I really dislike them and I don't like drinking milk and it tastes godawful with water. (you really need to find one that you can tolerate, because protein is crucial especially in the first 8 months or so, for several factors..primarily because you need protein for your organs to function well adn also to possibly reduce your hair loss)
Can anyone tell me why protein is a huge focus now? Why should it differ from the amount of protein I was eating before surgery? I don't want to not follow the rules, but I'm trying to find a happy medium I can live with. (remember what you used to eat before... a hamburger, eggs, large pieces of cheese, 3 chicken legs, possibly skin also...all those items you cannot eat the amount of anywhere near what you ate before, also your body does not absorb as much of the protein as it once did)...
Protein is required by the body for the growth, maintenance and repair of all cells.
Protein is a major component of all muscles, tissues and organs and is vital for practically every process that occurs within the body such as metabolism, digestion and the transportation of nutrients and oxygen in the blood.
It is also necessary for the production of antibodies, which fight against infection and illness, and is the main nutrient that keeps our hair shiny and healthy, our nails strong, our skin fresh and glowing and our bones strong and healthy.
source http://www.helpwithcooking.com/nutrition-information/protein -guide.html
I have purchased unflavoured to add to foods, but if I add more than a tblsp I can taste it and can't eat it...so that only adds 5 gms of protein.
you just have to grin and bear it..I usually make myself a protein shake for breakfast...I put in two tablespoons orange juice, a small banana and 3 ice cubes, put in the blender and then put it in a travel cup (as not to smell it)...and it's usually gone within a 10 minute drive.
Any insight? (not to freak you out...but truly..it's something that you HAVE to do..one way or another..and there are a lot of ways you can incorporate protein (whey powder)...into yogurt, coffee, cottage cheese, and you can even put it in your baking.. it's not easy and especially not at first..but you can't give up....it is now part of your life....
at a year post-op....I still do my 1 protein shake a day...and if I am not eating dinner with the family because they have chosen fast food, then I iwll make myself another protein shake for dinner. You simply cannot get enough protein, from eating, especially at the stage you are in at the moment...
hope the insight is somewhat helpful
Topic: Protein drinks
How many protein drinks / shakes do you guys consume in a day or in a week? Do you still use them regularly?
I don't and I'm afraid that I'm messing up because of that. I try every couple of days to have one. Sometimes it takes me 2 days to finish one shake. I really dislike them and I don't like drinking milk and it tastes godawful with water.
Can anyone tell me why protein is a huge focus now? Why should it differ from the amount of protein I was eating before surgery? I don't want to not follow the rules, but I'm trying to find a happy medium I can live with.
I have purchased unflavoured to add to foods, but if I add more than a tblsp I can taste it and can't eat it...so that only adds 5 gms of protein.
Any insight?
I don't and I'm afraid that I'm messing up because of that. I try every couple of days to have one. Sometimes it takes me 2 days to finish one shake. I really dislike them and I don't like drinking milk and it tastes godawful with water.
Can anyone tell me why protein is a huge focus now? Why should it differ from the amount of protein I was eating before surgery? I don't want to not follow the rules, but I'm trying to find a happy medium I can live with.
I have purchased unflavoured to add to foods, but if I add more than a tblsp I can taste it and can't eat it...so that only adds 5 gms of protein.
Any insight?
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