Question:
From experience, what are the most recommended vitamins and supplements for post RNY

   — SailorDan50 (posted on December 20, 2009)

December 20, 2009
There isn't one setup that is a universal standard -- everything will be based on your labs -- but there are a few things that are suggested until your labs come back. The ASMBS recommends 2 ADULT multivitamins, a B-complex, 350-500 b-12 if given sublingually, 27-65mg iron, and 1500-2000mg calcium CITRATE.
   — Andrea U.

December 21, 2009
I can't speak for you provider but can tell you what i use. If they have let you start vitamins I was told Flintstones Complete chewable one twice each day. Calium citrate with Vitamin D is best because D helps absorb the calcium again chewables. Protein I use Slim Fast high protein powder mix because I can add whey protein or powdered milk to that with 1% milk to get my protein caught up if I am running late in the day and protein is still low. Followly what your doc says closely. I am in my third week now but had done the vitamins and supplements before surgery. You may also want B-12 and I found a meltable tablet that is grape flavored that has 5,000 mcg and I only need it once a week. Hope this helps.
   — jvannatta

December 21, 2009
My center suggested optisource. that's what i use. it's an over the counter post bariatric vitamin offered at only walgreens. you chew 4 a day. they're orange flavored and remind me kinda of a sweet tart taste, so you know it's not bad. it's all i've ever used. w/using those you usually don't have to add in anything else to the mix. good luck.
   — Julzizhr

December 22, 2009
Joyce, can you tell me the name of the grape flavored, once a week B-12. Thanks.
   — T. Preston

January 10, 2010
I am 6 years post op RYN. I have tried all types of vitamins. I was anemic, so I had to do something different. I use vemma now and am no longer anemic, have normal bowel movements, and have tons of energy... Check it out, www.jones.vemma.com or email me and Ill send you some information. My surgeon looked at it and said it was great!!!
   — ckjjones