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High protein, high fat, low carb.
Keep it simple
Valerie
DS 2005
There is room on this earth for all of God's creatures..
next to the mashed potatoes
I've had my PCP handle all bloodwork for about 13 years. The suregeon's staff was about as knowledgeable as any other doc about nutrition, really. The DS is a mystery to most medical professionals. Even nutritionists and dieticians don't get it.
What you need is a PCP that is curious enough to partner with you to find a good balance and adjust as needed. I find best luck with younger docs. Bring your PCP information (printouts, links, and especially a diagram) of the DS to keep in your file. Also provide them with the list of annual labs. Don't count on your PCP doing all of the work with knowing your levels. Learn how to read your test results and insist on keeping a copy so you can compare with the last time and catch new trends and make adjustments. The docs aren't so good at that.
Valerie
DS 2005
There is room on this earth for all of God's creatures..
next to the mashed potatoes
With the DS, you're probably never going to have "stellar" protein levels, so normal - even the low end of normal - is good. If you can fit more in, even better, but it looks like you're doing all good things.
Valerie
DS 2005
There is room on this earth for all of God's creatures..
next to the mashed potatoes
I moved to Venice, FL a couple years ago. I am 20 years post op and still get regular/annual checks. I see Dr John Southerland in Sarasota.
Teresa
I used to get 100-120 grams a day and my protein was around 6.8. Now I get about 40 grams a day and still around 6.8. I have been about 40 grams a day for last four years.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
Normal A1C is 5.0 - 5.5. There is nothing wrong with being a bit lower. Glucose around 90 is also normal. You don't need a surgeon, just a primary care.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
6.8 is good. Just keep up the good work!
I don't need as much as you do. I am usually between 80 and 100. And that is plenty for me.
My glucose fasting is usually in the 65-73 range. My glucose after a high carb meal never topped 95. (I was pregnant and tracked for a week). My surgeon team was never concerned.
If I don't eat within 2 hrs of waking I get light headed and dizzy. I eat every 2 hrs, I eat right before bed (protein shake).
Id keep an eye on it but I wouldn't be concerned.
HW 284; SW 270; CW 152; Revised GW 140-160
How much protein are you eating a day in grams? I typically get about 100-120. My concern is my protein level is 6.8, and while normal it's close to being low (6 is the bottom of normal). I try to eat 5/6 meals with about 15-20 grams protein each. Sometimes it's only 5 meals because I feel so full. I drink 2 protein shakes a day (counted as a meal). I eat eggs, chicken, fish, steak, cottage cheese, cheese etc. Any advice?
HW 284; SW 270; CW 152; Revised GW 140-160
on 10/8/19 11:25 pm
Agreed with others - surgeons cut and then they are done. Just find a knowledgeable PCP that has a little bit of understanding of wls. They will refer you to various doctors depending on your specific medial needs - same thing a surgeon would do if they had follow-up visits.
