Can too much protein hurt your liver? How much is 2 much?

Sparklegigi
on 1/7/10 2:08 am - La Verne, CA

Hi,
I am getting in my 70 grams of protein a day for my liquid pre op. Yesterday I was so hungry and on edge that I got about 100 grams in. Today, someone who has had rny told me that too much protein hurts your liver and causes kidyney stones. Do you know if it is true?

reenieb
on 1/7/10 2:10 am

RNY on 03/08/04 with

Hi there, I've not heard this one before - always been told to get in between 60-100 g., and that it's for life! Best of luck, when is your surgery? Maureen

Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.

Sparklegigi
on 1/7/10 3:52 am - La Verne, CA

RNY on 01/15/10

thanks for all the replys. My surgery is Friday Jan 15th!

Jupiter6
on 1/7/10 2:12 am - Near Media, Pa- South of Philly, NJ

RNY on 07/16/07

I often eat as much as 160g a day and have had no ill effects.

"Oh sweet and sour Jesus, that is GOOD!" - Stephen Colbert Lap RNY 7/07-- Lap Gallbladder 5/08--
     Emergency Bowel Repair 6/08 -Dr. Meilahn, Temple U.   Upper and Lower Bleph/Lower Face Lift
     12/08
     Fraxel Repair 2/09-- Lower Bleph Re-Do 5/09  -Dr. Pontell, Media PA Mastopexy/Massive
     Brachioplasty/ Extended Abdominoplasty (plus Mons Lift and Upper Leg lift) / Hernia Repair
     6/24/09 ---Butt Lift and Lateral Thighplasty Scheduled 7/6/10 - Dr. Ivor Kaplan VA Beach
     Total Cost: $33,500   Start wt: 368   RNY wt: 300 Goal wt: 150   Current wt: 148.2 BMI: 24.7

reenieb
on 1/7/10 4:09 am

RNY on 03/08/04 with

Hi there, I'm trying to access your profile page but can't - any suggestions? You have endured so much and at least in your avatar photo, you look incredible! Would love to hear your story - please share. What is your secret for maintaining your weight loss? Any regain this far out? Thanks! Maureen

Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.

Jupiter6
on 1/7/10 5:14 am, edited 1/7/10 5:14 am - Near Media, Pa- South of Philly, NJ

RNY on 07/16/07

Thanks for saying so. I'll add you as a friend!

ETA: To answer your questions:

There's no secret-- I eat less than I spend (and monitor that very closely) and I keep a balance of about 35% carbs/ 35% protein / 30% fat and 1700 calories a day-- with the exception of holidays, where I eat as much as I want of whatever I like.

I'm up .8 lb from my all-time low, so no, no real regain.

"Oh sweet and sour Jesus, that is GOOD!" - Stephen Colbert Lap RNY 7/07-- Lap Gallbladder 5/08--
     Emergency Bowel Repair 6/08 -Dr. Meilahn, Temple U.   Upper and Lower Bleph/Lower Face Lift
     12/08
     Fraxel Repair 2/09-- Lower Bleph Re-Do 5/09  -Dr. Pontell, Media PA Mastopexy/Massive
     Brachioplasty/ Extended Abdominoplasty (plus Mons Lift and Upper Leg lift) / Hernia Repair
     6/24/09 ---Butt Lift and Lateral Thighplasty Scheduled 7/6/10 - Dr. Ivor Kaplan VA Beach
     Total Cost: $33,500   Start wt: 368   RNY wt: 300 Goal wt: 150   Current wt: 148.2 BMI: 24.7

danette
on 1/29/10 5:32 am - Omaha, NE

RNY on 03/17/03

Hey Jupiter6.. I could not find you to reach you.. I need to ask you some questions about my twisted and dying small intestines that I had over a year ago... Four feet long of my small intestines was removed!! I will be awaiting for you to reach me... Many Thanks!!! Danette

Veronica2009
on 1/7/10 2:21 am - Fort Bragg, NC

RNY on 01/13/09

It is possible for protein to cause kidney stones, but not so much that most nutrition or medical professionals would tell you to consume less than your recommended amount. I have been directed to get 120 grams now and have in the past been directed to take in 140 grams.

Highest 303/ Surgery 269/ Current130

Kathy S.
on 1/7/10 2:31 am - InTheBurbs, XX

RNY on 08/29/04 with

Hello,

It's possible but rare. The best prevention from this happening is to be sure and drink your water to flush out the proteins in your body.

70 grams too much? When I was getting ready for my 3 major PS I upped my protein between 300 and 400 grams a day.

Take care,
Kathy

HW:330 - GW:150 - MW:118-125

RW:190 - CW:130

reenieb
on 1/7/10 4:03 am

RNY on 03/08/04 with

Kathy, we had our surgeries the same month and year - I've remained pretty active on the March 2004 Board, have you ever visited? Maureen

Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today.

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