Question:
I am 6 weeks postop. My dietician said I need 50 grms per day of protein.

Is this enough protein?    — [Anonymous] (posted on July 9, 1999)

July 9, 1999
goodness gracious NO. If you are any form of RNY you need about 150 gs daily in 4 servings to obtain maximum absorption. If you take any less you are running the risk of dry skin, fingernails and loosing your hair. The supplements I use is DESIGNER PROTEIN. Not real tasty but highly effective. Good Luck :~)
   — Christine N.

July 9, 1999
I would say that your dietitian probably knows you better than any of us out here and knows what your needs are. I would stick to what my dietitian told me until I checked with my physician. If you should run into problems they will ask you if you followed their instructions. I personally take spray vitamins since they are so readily absorbed. You might want to check out this web page and ask your doctor and dietitian about it. www.mybsns.com/karemor/nmccloud www.hotyellow98.com/ngmccloud This is where I get my spray vitamins from and have had no adverse effects but again... be sure to check with your doctor on everything. Best of luck to you.
   — Peggy W.

July 10, 1999
My group facilitator says that with a proximal RNY, 50 grms of protein is necessary each day. With a distal, at least double that amount, due to greater malabsorption. I'd listen to my dietician if I were you.
   — Peggy51

July 10, 1999
The average body needs 60g per day. Depending on your particular type of surgery, you may need more. I need 120-180g. Be sure not to take more than about 30g at a time. No one can absorb it, except maybe a professional athlete. Won't hurt, but is a waste of $$. There are several brands that are tasty & well balanced for US. All are a better option than Instant Breakfast & milk (antoher word for sugar). Beware the sports nutrition section, though, as the weight GAINERS are sitting there beside the innocent ones!
   — vitalady