Question:
When is it okay to eat peanuts for protein?
I'm 11 weeks post op and would like to have a handful of peanuts for one of my small "meals". Is this okay this early after surgery? I heard they are extremely hard to digest. — vbenedict0208 (posted on January 11, 2002)
January 11, 2002
I have been eating peanuts since about 8wks after surgery ,for the extra
protein and also for the potassium. I talked with my dietician and she
said that I needed to chew,chew,chew and I have been doing that and I
haven't experienced any problems. I had a lap RNY on 9/26/01. I don't
very many at one time,and I usually have them only 2-3 times a week and
sometimes not at all, I did not get the ones with skins on them as I knew
that would not be alright,I would talk to your Dr. or nutrionist and see
what they have to say. Good luck
— Jennie D.
January 11, 2002
lee i am 3 1/2 weeks post op open rny/silastic band & have discovered
soy nuts. roasted & salted. i was amazed at the delicious taste. they
break down real well in the chewing process & only 1/3 of a cup has 11
grams of protein.
— sheryl titone
January 11, 2002
My nutritionist said that it would be OK to have peanut butter 3 days after
surgery. She suggests putting it on a banana, but I would ask my doctor
first.
— Linda V.
January 11, 2002
I have been eating nuts since about 6 weeks. I eat cashews (yum my fav.),
peanuts, and sunflower seeds. I have never had a problem with any of them.
I keep little packs in my purse/car in case I am out and need a little
snack. Very convenient, nutritious and tasty.
— Cheri M.
January 11, 2002
Hi. Post-Op Nov. 2, '01. I just had a small 99 cent bag of cashews for
lunch at work yesterday. Chewed well and had no problems. Also, almonds
are great. And I bought a beef jerky and ate some of it yesterday. All
good protein stuff and I'm having no problem digesting it. I think chewing
it up well is the key. Plus, once you take a bite or two, you'll know if
you are ready for this stuff. Good luck, friend.
— blank first name B.
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