Question:
I need more protein.
I cannot seem to get my 60 grams of protein in. It is kind of hard when I am only supposed to eat appx 2 oz at a time. My nut did not want me to do the protein drinks or bars - wants me to get most of protein from food but how does everyone do it? — bikermama (posted on July 31, 2008)
July 31, 2008
my doc doesn't want us doing protein drinks either but that is the only way
i could get the protein in. The protein drinks will actually help you heal
faster too. the drinks aren't going to hurt. the bars might have too
much sugar or carbs in them, make sure you check that out before you decide
to do that.
the drinks would be fine.
— jan0859
July 31, 2008
How long ago was your surgery? What surgery did you have. I have Lapband
surgery 4 months ago and I STILL drink my protein drinks. I don't eat the
protein bars the carbs are WAY to high. I add unflavored protein drink to
things I eat including my tea to get in the protein and I have no problem
doing it. I use the unjury unflavored protein powder.
Karen in MA
— Karen M.
July 31, 2008
I too use UNJURY...it is tasty and goes down well. I would personally
drink protein to heal faster and lose weight faster and stay stronger and
not get weak. It is almost impossible to EAT enough protein for some time.
I am 3 1/2 months out and drink 3 protein drinks a day. Some dr's will
want you to, but some want you on REAL food...what's the difference at the
beginning. Check with your dr and let him/her know that you are not
getting enough protein down and you are wanting to drink it.
— usfour
July 31, 2008
Most likely the doctor wants you to develop good habits from the start of
your journey. Shakes and bars typically are "diet" foods, and if
you train yourself now how to make good choices by counting protein and
other key things, you will most likely be successful when you can truly eat
8oz. I am not sure if this will be possible, 2oz of food and 60g of
protein without shakes. Did he suggest anything in particular that would
help you solve this equation??
— bariatricdivalatina
July 31, 2008
It's virtually go get in the 60+ grams of protein daily for new post ops.
Once you've been a post op for around 8 months, it's possible IF you are
very careful about your diet. My surgeon recommends the protein
supplements, as depleted levels of protein while you lose weight during the
first few months will lead to muscle mass loss. You do not want this to
happen. There are high protein snacks, such as dried peas and dried
edamame to help, but limited amounts of food post op makes it almost
impossible to reach those recommended protein levels. Since your profile is
private, we do not know your type of surgery, surgery date, etc. DAVE
— Dave Chambers
July 31, 2008
I was allowed protein drinks for the first three weeks. It's also a liquid
and counts toward your fluids. There's protein in a lot of things..
Refried beans, for instance. Add some Fat free cheese, melt in micro, add
salsa and yum! Add the same to a scrambled egg. At this point, get as
much protein as you can, but importantly , get your fluids. As the amount
you can eat increases, as it will soon, getting the protein won't be so
difficult. Hang in there. Laura
— waterlover
July 31, 2008
I add cottage cheese to everything, soup, shakes and blend it up. It's 8
grams of protein for 1/4 cup. So I add 1 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of protein
to 1 cup broth (5 grams protein) and that's my 2oz for like 4 hours with 21
grams of protein. Then I have a shake with 1 tbsp peanut butter, 1 package
carnation instant breakfast sugar free, and 1/4 cup cottage cheese added to
1 cup milk, for 26 grams protein. It gets you pretty close. I was told just
yesterday not to worry about the 60grams until I can eat more, but to try
to get 45 at the most.
— k4rizz421
July 31, 2008
thanks for all your responses. i am 3 mos out had lap rny. i will try some
of your suggestions
— bikermama
July 31, 2008
There is protein supplements/liquids at GNC. So many tsps. equal 25g. It
takes like crap, but works. I have found these test-tube size containers
online-advertised on OH website, there are small quantities with 25g of
Protein each vial. WLS is work, you just try your best everyday. I feel
that even after 3 yrs, it is a daily chore getting it all in. If I get a
headache, I know I didnt eat enough. I try to get in the most by food
intake as well, and if I know my day is busy or weird, I do the protein
drinks and bars (always kept in my purse).
— C-There
August 1, 2008
eggs, tuna, chicken, yogurt, milk, cheese, hamburg, seafood -- there is a
whole list of foods to eat to get in your protein -- do a google search on
high protein foods -- good luck
— RCassety
August 1, 2008
It is possible, I also have a surgeon that doesn't allow protein drinks.
You have to be very focused on eating hgih protein foods. I eat a lot of
cheese, cottage cheese, ricotta, and hard cheeses, then tuna, canned
chicken, steamed fish ect.
It really requires a determined effort to eat protein foods which also
doesn't allow any room for non protein foods. Focus on getting at least
15 g of protein for each meal, which gives you 45g and then add a protein
snack or glass of milk for the rest.
Amy
— Radgalut
August 1, 2008
I had Lap RNY 7/21/08 and have been taking "Profect" 25 grams of
protein in a 2.5 oz vial you can buy online from protica.com. My
nutritionist recommended these. A tad pricey, but definitely worth it when
the Dr told me I need 60-65 grams/day. Good Luck!
— JenStock1970
August 3, 2008
I too have found that stirring in either unflavored whey powder - Optimum
Nutrition AnyWhey is good and found at GNC and online - is very good and
truly virtually tasteless. You can also stir powdered milk into many
things to boost the protein. Another tool is websites like the one I am
involved with. www.proteinoptions.com. It offers "real food"
protein rich recipes. Best of luck.
— sunny99
August 19, 2008
There is a Protein drink/shake called 'Pure Protein' made by Worldwide that
is 35gm per 12oz can. It comes in Chocolate & Vanilla and is very
tasty. I drink 1 of these a day than complete the rest of the proteing
intake with my daily food. This by far has been the best tasking protein
drink I have tried to day (6mos post op). I buy it at Trader Joes but it
can be purchased online as well: http://www.pureprotein.net/
— sedona
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