Protein issues with each new stage
Hi, I am on day 16 post op. I am soon ending my puree stage, and going into soft food stage. I met with my NUT today. I told her I am having trouble, because, as I eat more foods, I have a hard time getting in my required protein, without upping my calories. I notice as I eat, my calories are creeping up, and my protein is not enough. She said I should stop the protein drinks and get the protein from food. She said I am doing well. I lost 15 pounds since surgery and 31 pounds since my pre op liquid diet. Can any one recommend how I handle this and what I should be eating to get my adequate protein in and keeping my calories down. Thanks
on 5/20/15 4:55 pm - WI
Give us a list of what you typically eat in a day and we can troubleshoot for you. What kind of protein drinks do you use? Some of them are VERY high in carbs and calories. That makes a big difference. I just don't think you will ever meet your protein goals, at 16 days out, without protein drinks. You can not possibly eat enough protein with your new, tiny, pouch. In the future, when you can eat more volume, the protein shakes can disappear. For now, you need to get your protein in so you don't lose muscle mass and so you can heal properly.
Heres a typical day. Since I can eat only 2 oz. at a time every 3 hours here it is
Meal #1 4 oz. greek yogurt with unflavored protein added
#2 2oz. refried beans with a little L/F mozarella
#3 2 oz. pureed salmon with non fat mayo
#4 2 oz. Hummus
#5 Protein drink
Thanks for your help
Fish, canned tuna, refried beans with shredded cheese, Wendy's chili, Dannon lite and fit protein yogurt were my staples in the early months.
Lanie; Age: 43; Surgery Date (VSG): 8/12/14 w/complications resulting in RNY next day;
Height: 5' 6" SW: 249 Comfort Zone: 135-140 CW: 138 (10/13/17)
M1: -25 lbs M2: -12 M3: -13 M4: -7 M5: -11 M6: -10 M7: -7 M8: -7 M9: -3 M10: -8 M11: -4 M12: -4
5K PR - 24:15 (4/23/16) First 10K - 53:30 (10/18/15)