Question:
how much protein do you knew daily to keep from losing your hair
since you can't eat much after surgery, how do you get in enough protein to keep from losing your hair — Theresa C. (posted on April 13, 2004)
April 13, 2004
Yes protein is important but I truthfully believe it's just a very
individual thing and no way to predict it. I was not doing much protein at
first as I was on total food, but even as I could increase quantities and
add in other things like fruits and veggies I stuck with 100% protein,
which allowed me to get my quantity up higher, faster. I had some minor
hair loss that started about 4-1/2 months and stopped about 1-2 months
later. I only saw it in the shower and even then it wasn't a whole lot
more than I've had at other times in my life. I was fortunate. It will be
interesting to see how much of a part the anesthesia plays in. I recently
had a 10+ hours PS and anesthesia is known for being a piece of the hair
loss issue. Other than I wasn't getting any protein for a few days until I
could pass gas I was able to then go back to eating normal. So time will
tell which has a bigger effect in my body.
— zoedogcbr
April 13, 2004
Agree with other poster........there is not much you can do to prevent the
hair loss if you're going to lose it. Some people lose none, some people
lose a little, some people lose a lot and we all seem to be doing the same
thing to try to prevent it. I got in all my protein (~80g per day) from the
very first day, was able to take my biotin and zinc, took pre-natal
vitamins, used the Bosley hair loss prevention products, and I still lost
hair from about 3 1/2 months to 5 months then it stopped. I have very thin
fine hair so I was concerned but I didn't really lose enough for it to be
extremely noticeable and now at 6 1/2 months, it's coming back thicker than
it's ever been.
It's not just WLS that causes it........it seems it can be any surgery or
event that causes body trauma. For instance, my daughter has lost hair
after both her babies were born and my husband had surgery, not WLS, in
early February and his hair is falling out MUCH worse than mine did. He had
general anesthesia too.
So, sorry for such a ong answer........but try to get in the amount of
protein recommended by your doctor, try to get your supplements in, and you
may be one of the lucky ones but be prepared for some hair loss, regardless
of what you do.
— SCbabe B.
April 13, 2004
I was very concerned about losing my hair. I made sure I got in all my
protein (87 grms each day). Plus, I started using Nioxin hair products, I
used them until I was at least 1 year out and was very pleased with the
results.
— debmi
April 14, 2004
Absolutely rignt,. hair loss is very individual. No amount of protein or
hair care products will prevent it, if you're going to have it. Just do
your best to keep on track with the plan your surgeon has set out for you
and take all your supplements. GOod luck to you!
— LMCLILLY
April 14, 2004
I get in all my proteins that was recommended PLUS more and I still had a
hair loss. Each individual reacts differently and the hair loss is less in
some and more in others.My hair now is back to 100 percent normal.
— charanewme
April 14, 2004
I went for about 8 months of cruddy nutrition (sick a lot) post-op and got
in about 25 g of protein/day... still no hair loss, knock on wood (2 years
post-op Lap RNY).
— kultgirl
April 15, 2004
Theresa, I have not lost any hair yet, as a matter of fact, my hair has
grown faster and I think it is the protein. Very hard to get in the
beginning, but sipping it and alternating with water eventually I am now up
to 80 grams of protein and at least 32-45 ounces of water daily at 3.5
months Post-op. Most meats are hard to eat so I'm satisfied with chewing
disposing the actual meat by not swollowing, but this was near 5-6 weeks, I
found salmon or fish broiled tender I could eat 1-2 spoons per meal. GOOD
LUCK ON YOUR JOURNEY TO BETTER HEALTH
— Anna M.
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