Question:
Will I forever have to worry about proteins and liquids?

Once your further out post-op does the need for a specific amount of proteins and liquids per day deminish at all?    — leeann N. (posted on September 8, 2002)

September 8, 2002
Not really, unless you have a mechanical failure. As long as your surgery is intact, you will always need to be healthy and keep your body well nourished & hydrated. It also helps keep YOU in the driver's seat, as far as making wise food choices. If you're hungry or short in nutrition, you won't make good food choices. IF you starve your body of what it needs, it will try to compensate for the shortage, in essence partially undoing your surgery. You can absorb a little more nutrition, but it will cost you in pounds, too. It's easier (really) to stay completely nourished, watered and stay more in control of your wt. & enjoy your new good health!
   — vitalady

September 8, 2002
You will always have to watch your protein and liquid intake, but I have found that it is so natural for me that I don't really "think" about it anymore. I make sure I get a lot of protein, then veggies and fruits. Bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, crackers and other starchy carbs make up a very tiny part of my food regimen.
   — Patty_Butler