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I am on a modified FODMAp/ SCD /SIBO diet. Low carbs. Something that works for me.
Exhaustion may be related to many things- iron deficiencies, low B12, low D, low proteins, thyroid problems (i.e. due low iodine, selenium,etc)
I had some of those in the past and got treatment for some (iron infusion,B12 shots )- and increased supplements for some. Once i discontinued the foods I am allergic - intolerant to - even though I eat less proteins - my blood works shows higher levels. Same with iron.
B12 - I need weekly B12 shots - and we are not sure why... but as long as my doc has no problem giving me the script - I just get them.. Most People need once a month.. if any.. but for me - that was not enough...
I do have Adrenal insufficiency... not only i need to make sure i supplement vitamins and minerals, but I also need to be on daily steroids replacement therapy...But even with the steroids - I know what I am late getting the B12 shot..
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
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Hi All,
Any & all suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I have finally gotten motivated to get back on track after losing 250lbs from my sleeve surgery back in 2012. I have gained back over 100lbs & I need to start ASAP. Thank you for all suggestions.
H.a.l.a. B. I want to thank you again for how extremely helpful you have been. I googled the SIBO Diet and found one that is a combination of SCD and FODMAP http://sibodietrecipes.com/the-sibo-diet/ -- this blog post includes a list of foods to eat and those to avoid. The more that I read about SIBO, the more it sounds like the cause underlying my health issues. I am going to make some modifications to that list, as there are things on it that I don't eat either because I know they upset my GI (almonds, dairy) or because I don't like them (meat, alcohol, etc).
I've suffered from exhaustion. Have you found that to be related to SIBO?
I was sleeved on 01/14/16 so I am a little over 2 months out and my diet has been pretty simple. Through the week when I am at work I have 3/4 cup of cottage cheese for breakfast, half of my protein shake for snack, lunch usually consists of (one of) 2oz of grilled chicken breast or 4 slices of deli turkey wrapped in lettuce or 4 slices of turkey in a salad with tomatos and cucumbers (no dressing). I drink the rest of my protein shake for a snack or have some yogurt or fruit. The weekends are always one scrambled egg for breakfast...then after that who knows. LOL My husband and my 9 year old typically sway what I am eating on the weekend, although I do try to keep it in line with lean meat/protein. How about yourself? Are you able to get your water in? Water has been my worst enemy! lol

At three months, I was lucky to reach 60 grams of protein in a day. I still find 90 grams of protein in one day to be unrealistic. The only way I have ever eaten that much, which I'm not even sure I have, is when I've had an entire protein shake (I usually only drink half), and I am over a year out. I prefer to focus on incorporating healthy fats and fiber into my diet. To get 90 grams of protein, I would basically have to eat nothing but meat, and then I would be horribly constipated. In sum, I wouldn't worry about reaching 90 grams of protein, at this point anyway.
Sadly, it is very common for us to receive unrealistic advice from our doctors because they just don't understand what it is actually like to live with the effects of wls. Mine gave me sample menus which suggest eating way more food then I can still manage or even want to attempt to eat. It's so easy for them to say just eat more, but that is not always what's best for us. Plus their programs are designed for the average patient, but everyone is different. Focus on figuring out what's best for you. I know when I need to up my protein consumption because I start to feel more hungry and have less energy, and I have found that 70 grams per day keeps this from happening. But it took me probably 9 months to get to that point.

Height: 5'5" HW: 290 Consultation Weight: 276 SW: 257 CW: 132
Hard boiled eggs are a great way to get your protein. Last summer I brought a hard boiled egg with a baby bell cheese to work for lunch a lot because it was so easy. Now I need a little more than that. I made egg salad once, but honestly, I don't like to waste calories on mayo. It's just not worth it to me.

Height: 5'5" HW: 290 Consultation Weight: 276 SW: 257 CW: 132
I am not years out, but I wanted to ask if you are sure you are drinking enough fluids. I know that eating makes me nauseated when I have not been drinking enough.

Height: 5'5" HW: 290 Consultation Weight: 276 SW: 257 CW: 132
It's ultra processed, so I do not recommend. Dannon light and fit greek is better nutrition wise if you must have flavored yogurt. But you are so much better off choosing plain yogurt. I buy 0% plain Fage greek yogurt in the big tub and weight out four ounces on my scale. Then I add things such as liquid stevia, torrani flavored sugar-free syrups (but not too often because these are not great either), slivered almonds, unsweetened coconut, frozen raspberries, hemp seed, etc. We are all better off avoiding ultra processed foods as much as possible. Eating plain yogurt with no sweetener is ideal, but some of use need a sweetener to make it edible. Adding your own sweetener is still better than buying flavored yogurts.

Height: 5'5" HW: 290 Consultation Weight: 276 SW: 257 CW: 132
on 3/22/16 2:22 pm
Do you eat late at night? That might interfere with how hungry you are in the morning. If you have trouble getting things down, maybe try a smoothie for breakfast? Here are some great recipes:
https://www.pinterest.com/drmarvin805/smoothies/

