Is my body starving????

VUUBUG
on 1/14/12 11:17 pm

VSG on 01/10/12

Not sure about the B12 shot.....I know I'm not taking it now.....just calcium and multi along with my PPI and gallbladder med. I will ask about B 12 at post op visit. Thanks all for your imput

Sassy62
on 1/15/12 12:03 am - TX

I'm 6 weeks post op, my Dr. advises 80-90 gm of protein per day, in the beginning you have to drink lots of protein supplements, lack of protein can cause a host of health problems. Also how is your blood pressure and blood sugar?

Sassy62

Mom4Jazz
on 1/15/12 12:40 am

VSG on 04/18/11

60 grams seems a little low.

Many plans call for 70+ for women. I do best over 90 and shoot for over 100 (I also get 88-96 oz of fluids).

Shhhh...don't tell anyone but I've managed to lose 141 lbs in a short time having a small evening protein snack almost every night.

Highest weight: 335 lbs, BMI 50.9
Pre-op weight: 319 lbs, BMI 48.5
Current range: 140-144, BMI 21.3 - 22

175+ lbs lost, maintaining since February 2012

BETHC500
on 1/15/12 10:45 pm

VSG on 11/05/11

I was wondering what you calorie intake was and carbs too. and as far as protein... what do you eat?

Mom4Jazz
on 1/16/12 12:47 am

VSG on 04/18/11

I have a very tiny tummy so I gave up trying to get all my protein from food - it made meal time seem like such an ordeal.

I drink 2 protein shakes a day at about 40 grams each, breakfast and mid-afternoon. I eat protein foods (less than 2 oz of solid protein, about 2 oz of soft protein) 3 times a day, lunch, dinner and small evening snack.

Calories now run around 700-750, including my calories from my chewable iron, D3 and my fiber supplements. Carbs run in the mid 30's and again I count my supplements - they're about half of my carbs each day.

I do some kind of exercise for an hour at least 4-5 days a week.

In maintenance I plan to add another small feeding of just fruits/vegetables.

Highest weight: 335 lbs, BMI 50.9
Pre-op weight: 319 lbs, BMI 48.5
Current range: 140-144, BMI 21.3 - 22

175+ lbs lost, maintaining since February 2012

(deactivated member)
on 1/15/12 1:41 am

Just gotta say you are doing great getting in your protein. I haven't done nearly as well with mine. I'm not a sweets person, I hate the protein smell, and trying to get my protein on mushies is tough. I think I'm averaging around 50 grams a day. I *make* myself have one protein drink a day as much as I hate them.

And it could be low blood sugar. I had 3 different spells where I felt like I was going to pass out and went to my GP. They did blood work and said my glucose was 47...average is 108. It was probably even lower at the times I was feeling bad. I'm supposed to see a nutritionist that works with bariatric patients to figure it out.

Hoping to find some bars that work for me once in two more weeks when I get to the general foods stage.

Otterwench
on 1/15/12 2:14 am - Camano Island, WA

VSG on 12/01/11

I just saw my doc on Friday and had very similar complaints that I discussed with him. He said the fatigue/low energy factor may continue for another three to six months and that this is quite normal. Not all patients have it, but those that do seem to require more protein. He suggested I bump my protein intake to 100 or more grams a day. I'm looking at the nectar everyone is mentioning and may try that as well. But according to what my doc said, 60g is not enough protein! I'm looking forward to getting to the solid food level in another two weeks so I can try things like turkey jerky and other high protein snacks to help keep the total higher. I am getting to where I hate the protein shakes!

Good luck!

~Sandi

~Sandi

HW: 275 Initial Weight: 264 SW: 245 CW: 138 GW: 140
Pre-op: -19 Mo 1: -21 Mo 2: -8 Mo 3: -11 Mo 4: -7 so Mo 5: -8 Mo 6: -10 Mo 7: -9 Mo 8: -8 Mo 9: -7 Mo 10: -10 Mo 11: -2 Mo 12: -6 so far

KathyA999
on 1/15/12 2:23 am

VSG on 08/09/10

It can take quite a while, sometimes as much as a month, for anesthesia effects to wear off. Also, this early out your body is putting a great deal of energy into healing, which will drain energy for just daily living. I would up protein and make sure you're getting your liquids. Right now your job is just that - protein, liquids, walk when you can, rest. :-)

Height 5' 7" High Wt 268 / Consult Wt 246 / Surgery Wt 241 / Goal Wt 150 / Happy place 135-137 / Current Wt 143
Tracker starts at consult weight

In maintenance since December 2011.

VUUBUG
on 1/15/12 3:45 am

VSG on 01/10/12

Thanks so much everyone....I just love this forum!! I think increasing my protein is the answer...in the meantime, I will continue to do what I'm told, and be patient, and let my body heal....

ruggie
on 1/15/12 4:41 am - Sacramento, CA

VSG on 07/06/11

Low energy and lethargy the first couple weeks is very normal. After all, you went from eating way too many calories to having 400-800 calories. It will take your body a week or two to alter its biochemistry toward burning fat rather than storing fat.

Do be patient, and know that it'll get better before you know it.

Heaviest weight: 310 pounds (Male, 5'10")

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