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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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mia0918tn 05/29/2013

Hey guys, first let me say--you all are amazing. Thank you for your responses. This has been one of the most helpful things I have found in prepping for WLS.

Next, I need suggestions for the liquid pre-op diet. I have to have 70 grams of protein per day....(that may be post op) but I am good with broth and SF jello and what not but best way to fix those protein smoothies and such

deleted_user 05/29/2013

Eggface has some excellent recipes for smoothies and protein drinks. Also you can find recipes here on the forum.

http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/06/my-favorite-protein-shake-recipes.html

becca1960 05/30/2013

For my preop... I am suppose to have 2 or 3 protein shakes/drinks per day, no smoothies as I cannot have the fruit. Then a 3 oz piece of lean protein, a side veggie and one piece of fruit for dinner.

I do that for 7 days, then a couple of straight clear liquids and the "poop stuff" ;0)

Boo1962 05/30/2013

I'm confused. WHy do some people have to eat/drink different amounts of protein per day? I thought I read someone had to do 40 grams, and now you say you're required to have 70 grams.

does it depend on your body weight, or size, or bmi???

Answers will be appreciated! My Dr and I/or NUT have not discussed what food menu plan I will be doing yet. I'm have an appointment in a few weeks, so I will ask at that time.

Betsy

deleted_user 05/30/2013

I did not have to do a pre-op liquid diet, but I love my protein drink. It has 50 grams of protein in it and it tastes great... It is pure protein ABB50.. You can get it at any vitamin shop, but I order mine from the vitamin shoppe.....

And Betsy.... Our docs require 70 plus grams a day post op.... Jessica will go over everything with you... I know Dr. Kim is a bit more lenient pre-op than the other docs, so not sure what your pre-op diet will be.... You should also get a chart that shows everything you can have and at each stage.... It will get easier to understand, and if you are still confused, please let me know....

mia0918tn 05/30/2013

thanks everyone. I was wrong my pre-op diet says 2 protein supplements with at least 15 grams of fiber.....I will be doing a lot of taste testing until june 9th

deleted_user 05/30/2013

These are my favorite Protein drinks;

http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2612796

mia0918tn 05/30/2013

@ Dutch99...I bought one to try but every time I smelled it, I gagged...how do you get passed the smell?

SgtSmith 05/30/2013

I used carnation sugar free instant breakfast in skimmed milk for protein. Theres a few things on the market but I didn't try much else. I had some juices but only those my NUT allowed. Probably should ask yours. In Preop I drank a lot of walmart brand chrystal lite and v-8 juice. after surgery I wasn't allowed tomatoe or v-8 due to the acid in the juice. I drank some bullion just for something warm. Froze all winter! They let me have decaff coffee at first and then later regular coffee,
Therre are lotsa recipes on the site too.

deleted_user 05/30/2013

I think every program is different. Mine uses a formula to determine how many grams of protein a person needs each day. They give you a range and suggest you stay in it. Mine was 60 to 72 grams per day. I started averaging 65 a day and now stay around 60.
I don't know the exact formula but I know your height and weight are taken into account. Also, men need more protein than women.

deleted_user 05/30/2013

MIa,

I like the green one it taste like a jolly rancher to me.

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