Question:
Protein

Hello, again I'm writing and asking questions. I'm 3 weeks post op with roux en y...I'm eating soft foods now. When can peanut butter be introduced?    — scherrie50 (posted on June 16, 2011)

June 16, 2011
As soon as you are able to tolerate food try anything you can get down. Stop protein drinks once you are able to start eating food. Protein drinks will put your weight back on you in 3 years. Eating real food every 3 hours will keep your weight off! I am 8 years post op and never did protein. I started eating solid food as soon as I could. I am under my goal weight and have kept off the 130 lbs I lost!! The surgery only works long term if you eat!
   — Kimberly Ten Kate

June 17, 2011
Scherrie, please ask these questions of your surgeon. I hope that you were given instructions on what to eat and what to stay away from, as well as information on supplements. It is very important to follow your surgeon's instructions. Be wary of advice you are given here. Take it with a grain of salt ... research, research, research! What works for one person may not necessarily work for another. I wish you the best on your journey!
   — Cindy E.