Question:
Would taking protein supplements kick off my weight loss before surgery?

Surgery seems far away, so I want to try to do something to help myself in the mean time..so if I take protein supps will this help.    — mischief85 (posted on May 1, 2003)

May 1, 2003
It has for many, yes.
   — vitalady

May 1, 2003
Did for me. When I stopped drinking them, I stopped losing. When i started again, I began to lose again.
   — Delores S.

May 1, 2003
Not to mention help in your recovery.
   — mom2jtx3

May 1, 2003
Supplementing protein prior to surgery is a TERRIFIC idea!
   — ronascott

May 1, 2003
My surgeon recommends increasing protein prior to surgery. It not only can help you lose some weight but it will aid in your healing much faster. My opinion is, if you're healing faster you'll have an easier time walking and exercising sooner which will definitely kick start your weight loss post-op. My plastic surgeon is also recommending extra protein prior to my upcoming surgery. Good Luck to you - Anna LAP RNY 7/3/02 -123lbs.
   — Anna L.