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Tell me his "reaction" to the breastmilk.

What is his age? How much are you using formula, how much nursing? Milk allergies are SEVERE and very unusual in babies - think about it, without milk most babies would not survive.  Baby bodies are specifically designed to take in milk as their primary nutrition source - and breastmilk is best, so I'm glad you are nursing. Let's see if we can get to the bottom of this

 

It's hard to evaluate your diet adequacy - that is a bit more intensive that this board.  I would say that breastfeeding DOES make you thirsty - but your calorie needs don't increase that much.  If you have gained weight, then your calories have exceeded your needs. Most people post-baby take about 12-18 months to start to feel "normal" again and really get back on track on weight loss and exercise.  You are at 8 months out, right?  So I think you will see that over the next few months, you will be able to move toward your goals easier. It's hard to comment on breast milk quality, especially after WLS.  I assume you are taking all of your supplements religiously and getting adequate fluids.  With that, you are probably fine.

Keep a detailed diet & exercise journal and make an appointment with your dietitian.  Together you can look at issues or problem & try to find a solution.

It's a little high in fat. Think about using non-fat milk as a mixer or finding a lower fat product. Good Luck!

No, beans don't swell up inside you.

I agree you probably won't go over-board on the sodium with such a low calorie diet. But, you asked how much is too much. The average American consumes 5-6 grams of sodium per day (5000-6000 mg) It is recommended not to go over 3-4 g per day (3000-4000 mg) A low sodium diet would provide 2 g (2000 mg) sodium each day. Finding low sodium foods is easier today than ever before - there are just more choices at the grocery store.  But this is the time for you to start establising better habits - keep an eye on your sodium intake and aim to keep it within the above guidelines.  It is a good habit!

Just to clear one thing up - coffee is not dehydrating as once thought.  There has been good research on this.  Now, I'm not asking you to go against your doctors advise - no, no, no. Just clearing up the issue about fluids. we've posted on this before - see attached link http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/nutrition/a,messageboard/a ction,replies/board_id,5389/cat_id,4989/topic_id,3423933/pag e,1/#26675098

I have to disagree with the previous writer. The amount of protein that is "too much" varies from person to person and is related to your kidney function.  There is a huge number of people that are promoting the myth that too much protein causes bodily harm.  It is not true and I challenge anyone to give me data to prove me wrong. I do not know of any documented case where kidney failure was attributed to protein excess alone - or there would be a whole lot of bodybuilders on dialysis. What is a good amount of protein for you?  Talk to your doctor and dietitian - they will give you guidelines that you should follow.

Geritol is fine, Centrum silver is fine, usually plain-wrap/no-name brand is fine too! Look at the labels & compare them for what you want. Good vitamins don't have to be expensive!

The gout is very likely caused by the rapid weight loss, rather than your diet.  I wouldn't recommend making changes - simply keep trying to meet your daily goals for calories, protein & fat.  Fluid is very important - the more the better. Lower fat & higher carb is recommended after you meet your protein needs. No alcohol. Consider a Omega-3 supplement to help reduce inflammation. You will have some answers after your urinalysis comes back. As far as the meds. colchicine is one of the oldest meds - probably has the most testing done on it.  Some of the newer ones combine NSAIDs in them to help with pain, so keep in mind the potential peptic side effects of those.  Medications are likely to be your best bet at this point over the more "natural" cures because they are specific to the condition and will work quickly.  Don't choose a med by its label - every drug has nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea on its label even if it doesn't cause it very often.  Also, many anti-gout medications can cause reduced absorption of nutrients so you may want to talk this over with your pharmacist so you can take extra vitamins to compensate.  For example, B12 is poorly absorbed with colchicine - and you also don't absorb it well post-RNY so you may need to up your supplement.  Other drugs for gout: Anturane (works like probenecid), Allopurinol (blocks uric acid formation), Indocin or ACTH The natural cures include cherries and cranberries - the info is widely available on naturopathic websites if you search for gout. Good luck!

You need to see an RD. Make an appointment.  This is beyond the scope of this board. You have tried so many things and you really need the individualized intervention that an RD - skilled in WLS- can provide.

Hair & nails are often a symptom of deficiencies. Take a good hard look at your vitamin supplements.  Are you taking extra B vitamins - if not, you should add this to any daily multi you currently use (take your multi at night or with meals, take your Bs at a different time - to maximize absorption) And even with all the vitamins in the world you won't build healthy hair or nails without adequate protein - so take a good look at your diet. Good Luck!

I think you need to see a dietitian. Go talk to them and let them work out a plan based on the things you like and will eat. the alternative - take a community college course on nutrition. good luck!