Question:
Are protein bars ok to eat? Open gastric bypass 12/10/02

   — Pam J. (posted on January 3, 2003)

January 3, 2003
heya hun.. i was told they were ok to eat..if ya chewed really well.. but ..i thought they were horrible..also..i was told we didnt get all the protein out of them anyway.. cause we now malabsorb..id rather have the shakes.. but ya could always check with ya doc..hope this helps..*huggles and bb*
   — johanna F.

January 3, 2003
Hi. I know everyone is different; however, I could not have kept down a protein bar this early in the game. I would check with your doctor. I spent a lot of money trying bars, and many of them ended up in the trash. I would recommend doctors carbrite S'mores and Brownie. Also, cookies and creme by EAS is pretty good along with a couple of carb solution flavors. All of them are low in carbs and pack at least 20 grams of protien. Most of them run 185-210 in calories. I hope you find this information useful. Best of luck to you in your journey!
   — sheron H.

January 3, 2003
Pam, yes protein bars are ok to eat, BUT, I would wait until you are at least 6 wks out...I am guessing your dtr/nutrionist has you on a supervised diet. I would follow what he or she perscribed and then, once you are moved to solid foods, go for it!
   — heathercross

January 3, 2003
Hi, I was told not to eat them. For starters most have too much sugar. Secondly, My Dr. said I am suppose to learn to eat right. You have to get to know your new stomach. That takes time! Good Luck
   — Shannon R.

January 3, 2003
Pam, I use protein bars as a supplement for my protein (mostly because I can't stand the powders). GNC sells a bar called Nitro-Tech, which is high in protein (30-35 grams), and low in carbs (5-6 grams)..they taste pretty good too. Good luck.
   — GPoynor

January 4, 2003
Just goes to show how everyone's doctor is different too. My surgeon told me to add a protein bar when I was 3 weeks post-op. Although I have tried many I still prefer the one he recommended, Metrx Protein Plus. I like the Chocolate Fudge, it practically melts in your mouth. At first I could only eat a third at a time, then a half, etc. Each bar contains 32 grams of protein, 4 grams fat, 3 grams net impact carbs, and only 1 gram of sugar. At 17 months post-op I still eat a protein bar for breakfast each day.
   — LLinderman

January 4, 2003
We all do have different docs, don't we?! Mine said clear liqiuds for two weeks, then most liquids for 2 weeks, then pureed food x 2 weeks, then soft food x two weeks...then food as tolerated...
   — kim C.

January 5, 2003
My surgery was 12/19/02 and my doctor will not even let me eat anything with milk yet. I can have blended soup, protein supplement, cream of wheat (no milk) and sugar free jello. I have found a GREAT supplement... tastes good, has 15 grams of protein, and is easy to take. It is Pro-co-lite. I am afraid of solids yet. Dr. does not like to add solids until 6 weeks after surgery. That way, the pouch and everything else will really heal. Good luck.
   — Sandra B.