Question:
HOW CAN I GET MORE PROTEIN WITHOUT OVER EATING??
My open rny was 4/5/02. I have lost 70 lbs since then which I know is good. However, I haven't lost anything in the last month. I need to "jump start" my weight loss because I still have another 40 or 50 lbs to my goal. I read that I should eat more protein, drink more water and exercise more. Well, I'm trying to drink more water now and I am joining Curves for Women on Monday. But how can I get more protein in without eating more? I feel like I'm eating too much already. For instance, I had a lean cusiene for lunch. It's salisbury steak and mac&cheese and has 25 gr. protein. I figure that's good but I literally have to force myself to eat it all because after eating half of it I am already full. But eating half won't give me enough protein. See? Any suggestions for protein? — Peggy D. (posted on September 6, 2002)
September 6, 2002
hiya...i understand your frustration...!please don't force yourself to eat
once you are full - this can lead to stretching of your pouch as well as
you getting sick.
one way i increase my protein is by using Jarrow's Iso Rich Soy Protein
Powder which can be mixed with food - it's the only protein powder that you
can do that...it has no flavor, and for 2tbls= 25g protein/0 fat/0 sugar/0
carbs/110 calories. i blend it with almost everything i cook, you can mix
it with yogurt, cottage cheese, soups, stir fry...you name it! i use it as
my protein drink by mixing in 2 tbls with my morning coffee and then adding
vitamite instead of milk. i have some recipes that show how to add it to
your cooking and the versatility of the product. let me know if you would
like them ([email protected])
you can also drink a collagen based protein that you can get at a health
food store, i don't know the name of it. i think it is 15g protein for
2tbls. i did hear it tasted yucky but you just suck it down in a shot glass
and you've got some protein. there isn't a local retailer for the jarrow's
so i get it online from www.vitamintrader.com, it is $24 for 2# (you can
get it 1# also) and that lasts me about 2 months.
also, center your snacks/meals around protein. you do need some
carbs/fats/sugars/fiber but if you eat like soy nuts (they have some good
flavored ones now)or beef jerky...those are good sources of protein.
good luck and hang in there!
{hugs}
kate
open rny 6-14-01
pre op: 268lbs
goal weight: 135lbs
current weight: 130lbs
— jkb
September 6, 2002
I use Procel, it's 100% whey protein, it can be added to foods, drinks
anything...it has no flavor or smell...food taste the same...I am sure
there are other types on the market search for it...I put Procel in my
crystal lite, getting both water intake and protein...it works for me...
— MF
September 6, 2002
I myself do not use the protein powders, I have myself convinced that they
are all gross (I'm sure they aren't but I'm not trying them to find out
either) anyway, in the lean cusine, I know the mac & cheese has some
protein but it also has pasta and carbs, maybe eat your meat from there
feed the kids the mac & cheese and boil you an egg to eat with it
instead or cottage cheese. Also SF yougart has protein, PB and celery (or
other fresh vege), tuna & lite crackers, pimento spread, all of these
have protein and are wonderful snacks. Try getting in some protein with
your snacks, maybe that will help :) GOOD LUCK!
— Lynda T.
September 6, 2002
There is a simple rule that will help you: Protein first, then
veggies/fruit, then other carbs. Sure you are gonna have trouble eating the
whole lean cuisine. But think about it: Most of the protein comes from the
meat, not the macaroni. Eat the meat FIRST and THEN eat as much of the
macaroni as is comfortable. You won't miss out on much protein and won't
overeat. If you follow that simple rule it is fairly easy to get your
protein in using food. Just realize that as long as you fill up quickly,
you won't be eating a whole lot more than the protein! You can look on
www.fitday.com to see the protein counts for foods. It doesn't take a whole
lot to get in 60 g of protein a day. That's less than 10 oz of good protein
food over the course of 16 or so hours. Just eat frequently and well and
you shouldn't have any problem. Hope this helps!
— ctyst
September 6, 2002
Here a just a few more tips that I got from a book a doctor sent me for
incresing protien in your diet. 1. Try adding 1/3 cup of dry milk powder to
1 cup skim milk. This will double the protien in your milk. (I personally
think this is a good idea, plus you can add it to more that just your
milk). 2. if you don't lke the taste of milk, try adding a low calorie
instant Breakfast, sugar free Nestle Quick, Alba or low calorie flavorings.
3. If you have a hard time digesting milk, try Lactaid or Dairy Ease. These
are enzymes that help digest milk. 4. An omelet, scrambled egg or low
calorie yogurt makes an excellent breakfast. 5. When yo are able to
tolerate soft food, a simple meal of canned fruit and cottage cheese is a
great source of protein. 6.Try Tuna or chicken salad made with low calorie
mayonnaise on a few low fat crackers (e.g.,saltines)at mealtime. 7. Most
drugstores carry non-milk-based protein supplement drinks such as Ensure
and Sustacal. You may use these if there are times whe you need more
protein and can't manage any of the above.
— Tammy O.
September 6, 2002
PROTEIN SHAKES. WHen I thought they were gross, I was encouraged that I
hadn't found the one I liked yet. Keep experimenting - there are plenty to
choose from. The commercial ones (Carnation, etc.) have WAY too many carbs
and sugar and too little protein.
— Marti R.
September 6, 2002
I would recommend skipping the mac and cheese or any of the big carb side
dishes all together. And of course protein first! And maybe stick with
leaner meats. Also I use the powdered non-fat milk in my coffee and tea.
Every little bit helps. I personally haven't found a protein drink or bar
that I like, but if you can find one that can help. Do you have the ketone
test strips? Those can tell you if you are burning fat or not. Good Luck!
Lisa -82lbs
— LisaTaz
September 6, 2002
Sport Cookie is awesome---its sugar free. low carb and 15gr of protein.
www.protocookie.com Its a bit pricey but I'm willing to pay it cos I
cannot tolerate the protein shakes nor the horrible bars!!!! Hope this
helps!
— Bambi C.
September 7, 2002
don't force your self to eat if your not hungry be carefull not to stretch
your pouch. Try liquid protien you buy it from GNC it comes in cherry
flavor add it to your water or juice just don't add to much or it starts
making things taste funny a little goes a long ways with that stuff. There
also whey protien shake mix vanilla flavor is great in sugar free hot
chocalate and mix in your fat free yogurt and toped on ice cream fat free
sugar free ice cream. Be creative am already doing these things and I have
not had surgery yet but my surgeon has me on the diet am going to be eating
after surgery already. It helping me lose my 10% before surgery.
— sheri B.
September 7, 2002
Peggy,
As the others have said, don't force yourself to eat past the full point.
You might try eating several small meals or simply adding protein shakes or
bars in between your three main meals. I had the same problem as you but
have found I can eat less and still get my protein in through the
supplements. MetRx makes great bars and Nature's Best Isopure Zero Carb
juice has less calories with no carbs, sugar, nor fat and delivers 40 grams
of protein per a 20 oz bottle.
— LLinderman
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