I had lap band surgery in April 2012; I have an AP Large Lap Band that will hold 14 ccs; currently have 7 ccs.

My daily Protein count is around 60 and my calorie count is 1,200. I drink around 60 ounces of Water as well.

My energy level has plummeted and I am VERY lethargic.

I went to my family doctor for lab work. All is well (except I still have high cholesterol).

Does anyone have TIPS or TRICKS on increasing energy level? Feel like I am missing a piece of the puzzle.

Thanks for your positive input

How was b12 level?

I can access my lab results on line (which I LOVE). . . he is the B 12 results: Component Your Value Standard Range Units Vitamin B12 865 211 - 946

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My B12 is 865 (the range is 211 to 946)

Was your thyroid checked? I think that might show as T3/T4 in bloodwork.

Do you take a good daily multi Vitamin?

Oddly, I find activity really helps combat fatigue. Sometimes when I'm tired, I'll take a mile or two walk and then I'm wide awake again.

I was dificient in Vit D and was feeling like that so my doc prescribed 3000 units of that vitamin a day for me.

So you have a high triglyceride count ? My guess is that by lowering the percent of simple carbs / sugar of your total cals you will begin lowering the spikes you are getting on insulin which will cause the count to rise - also causes additional hunger typically and loser "energy" BUT the MOST important thing you can likely do is adds activity - exercise - especially in the early morning. How much sleep are you getting ? Do you suffer from sleep apnea?

Lee

I'm with Mis after a nice walk outside or on treadmill I'm energized !

So you have a high triglyceride count ? My guess is that by lowering the percent of simple carbs / sugar of your total cals you will begin lowering the spikes you are getting on insulin which will cause the count to rise - also causes additional hunger typically and loser "energy" BUT the MOST important thing you can likely do is adds activity - exercise - especially in the early morning. How much sleep are you getting ? Do you suffer from sleep apnea?

Lee

There's something to be said about this......

I run 5 days a week....I cannot remember the last time I felt I had the energy or motivation to do so....I cannot remember the last time I said I feel so good I think I'm going to to run till I drop......

I have learned from experience, no matter how much I want to crawl back in bed, if I can just get through the first 10 minutes...something changes....it's as though a switch is thrown and the energy comes from somewhere....5 minutes more and I can almost forget what I'm doing, my mind is completely off it...I could run till I drop...

I exercise first thing in the morning, between 5-6 am, always on an empty stomach. I do take a shot of Protein, my Vitamins and omegas', and of course my morning coffee.....

I always have high energy levels the rest of the day.....put in. 8-12 hour days on my feet seeing patients in clinics...

I'm also a light sleeper.....wide awake by 4:30am.....

i dont have any tips or tricks, i just know that after losing 100 pounds, i have more energy...less weight to carry around...talk about a load off...

i also feed my body alot of protein/veggie and fruits and my body just is more (on the ready to do).....keeping time with the song walking on sunshine.....

Also make sure you are staying hydrated! Drink lots of water.

Thanks for the feedback. My doctor did a VERY thorough blood work up (thyroid was okay; no vitamin deficiencies)

The vitamins I take are Bariatric Advantage (chewable) Multi Vitamin / Vitamin D / and Calcium Chews (daily)

I teach school so I am awake each morning at 5:45 a.m. I am NOT a coffee drink and avoid caffeine for other health reasons. My normal bed time is 10:00 p.m.

Thanks for the responses

Yes, LEE my triglyceride levels are a tad high and I do have sleep apnea. This was an issue before surgery and I am not sure when it will get better ?

Thanks for the feedback. My doctor did a VERY thorough blood work up (thyroid was okay; no vitamin deficiencies)

The vitamins I take are Bariatric Advantage (chewable) Multi Vitamin / Vitamin D / and Calcium Chews (daily)

I teach school so I am awake each morning at 5:45 a.m. I am NOT a coffee drink and avoid caffeine for other health reasons. My normal bed time is 10:00 p.m.

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Hey Soccer,

Excellent info - you have most based covered. I will be willing to wager that if you get up and out the door at 5am and exercise 45 min for 20 days IN A ROW without fail that you will have significantly more energy and "feel" awesome. BUT it will only work if its early in the morning and 20 days in a row without fail.

What do you have to lose ???

What do you have to gain : )

Let me know if you decide to take the challenge and your results ; )

Lee

LEE: Sounds like a plan; I am exercising now AFTER school

I have a gym membership at ANYTIME Fitness . . so they are ALWAYS open

PS: By the way, I recently read Sugar Nation

Do you have a CPAP machine you use for your sleep apnea? If your lack of good rest at night is the cause of your lethargy no amount of diet and exercise is going to make it better