Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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jjohnson2891 05/11/2014

Well, what can I say........ The last 2 weeks I have beenmoving to a new house and have completely neglected my protein and vitamins. Lately I have been getting back on track with the vitamins and I am doing great when it comes to my water. But I have did absolutely horrible when it comes to my protein. Maybe getting 10g a day in. I have absolutely NO desire to eat or consume anything. As a matter of fact theres times that food Id usually eat post surgery make me want to vomit. About 50% of the time when I go to eat something I feel nauseaus. Im trying to figure out different ways of getting my protein rather than 1-2 shakes a day, its just dificult being new to all of this. Any advice fellow losers?

deleted_user 05/12/2014

I'm in the same boat you are right now. I am eating, but I feel like I only want to eat a tiny amount. I'm not drinking shakes though because people tell me that they stretch your stomach out. Is that true??

deleted_user 05/12/2014

My program does not allow for shakes after 2 mos post op, but I don't know why. At 6 mos post, almost all I eat is protein. I just don't have room for anything else if I am going to get enough in. I still don't so I feel your pain. My calorie intake is still low too. I'm not helping here am I? Hang in there. Don't skip meals and snacks even when you just don't want to eat.

deleted_user 05/12/2014

I didn't have an appetite for the first few months either, nor did I care to eat. But... Knew I had to!
Your gonna have to force yourself!
Even if just cheese, or canned soups, tuna, canned chicken (mix with low fat mayo), try the reduced fat town house crackers.
Cottage cheese (add fruit), Greek yoguart, deli slice lunch meat rolled up with slice of cheese.
Even try frozen smart ones if nothing else!
You've gotta get in more protein, not only for your health, but you will not loose weight!

deleted_user 05/12/2014

If shakes are the only way you are going to get your protein in then drink the shakes! Your body depends on that protein. Not sure why some programs say no shakes but mine says drink them if you need to to get your protein in. Put protein powder in soup or other things if you have to. Protein before anything else especially for you guys.

jjohnson2891 05/12/2014

i HAD BOUGHT SOME ORGANIC TASTELESS PROTEIN AND TRIED TO PUT IT IN DRINKS AND SOUPS AND IT TURNED THEM DISGUSTING. THE PROTEIN DRINK THAT I DRINK GIVES ME 42G OF PROTEIN. IVE ALSO HAD EXTREMMMMMEEEE DRY MOUTH ALL OF THE SUDDEN. TO THE POINT THAT I CANNOT SWALLOW AND ITS DIFFICULT TO EVEN BREATH AT TIMES.
DOES ANYONE KNOW OF ANY GOOD WEBSITES OR ANYTHING THAT COULD HELP ME?

deleted_user 05/12/2014

My program has no restriction on shakes. In fact my nut drinks shakes all the time just to maintain her weight and get her protein in.

It will get better, it really will.

deleted_user 05/12/2014

Yikes, you really need to get the protein in. there are liquid drinks out there with lots of protein maybe you can try them, they are pricey but it is a must to get them in. Best wishes.

bouvier 05/12/2014

You said you are not doing well at getting in the protein and vitamins. What about your water? Are you dehydrated? Is that the reason for dry mouth and swallowing troubles? If it keeps on, I would definitely call my doc!

deleted_user 05/12/2014

Sounds like dehydration to me! Which would explain when you do try to eat and drink you feel sick and nauseas.
I had to have some Iv fluids around 8 weeks out. Felt bettet immediately!

imjj4short 05/13/2014

Agree with tookybear - sounds like dehydration.

I used Premier Protein bars during my weight loss phase (30 grams). Protein shake first thing in the morning, protein bar for lunch, and something with dense protein for dinner (egg-salad, chicken-salad, etc).

During the first year, we eat because we have to....not because we enjoy it (kinda like brushing your teeth).

Remember....if you don't get enough protein, your body will eat your muscles to get what it needs.

JJ

UpNorthGuy 05/13/2014

I'm 5 years out and struggle with protein and getting enough water in as well. JJ is right about your body eating up muscle if you don't get enough protein in. I'm living proof. I had issues with the shakes as well. After surgery our bodies only break down so much protein (whey is they best) at a time so we have to drink a small amount several times a day. We can process in reality only 10-20 grams at a time anything more goes to waste. I can't think straight if I don't get the protein in and feel horribly dizzy when I don't get enough water. Good luck... Message me if you'd like. It's not easy but it gets easier especially if you can talk to someone going through the same things.

deleted_user 05/13/2014

I eat a lot of greek yogurt. They are so high in protein. I also have egg white omlettes for a meal with baked beans. I am a year out of GB surgery and 125lbs down. way past my goal. 6 months ago I couldn't eat that much protein. now I get probably 60 g a day, but 6 months ago I barely got in 20g a day. My advice is stay away from the shakes. It's hard to get it in! I've been trying new foods, but my tummy can't take it. egg whites and fat free greek yogurt have been my main forms of protein so far. I don't do so well with meats. I really want to try sushi without the rice of course. I've just been horrified to try it lol. I hate the dumping affect!

Boo1962 05/14/2014

I would definitely call your Dr about this. If you haven't had this before, and you do now.

Your protein is so important, let alone the vitamins! Glad you got back on the vitamins.

Light Cottage cheese is also a very high protein choice.

But, call the dr, right away.> You need that protein!

Boo

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