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

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

I have a gym membership at ANYTIME Fitness . . so they are ALWAYS open <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

PS: By the way' date=' I recently read Sugar Nation[/quote']

Great : ) let me know how it goes! Early morning exercise not only provides "unexplainable" mental advantages that propel good decisions through the day but also very real physiological benefits!

Sugar Nation is a strong book : )

Lee

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

Here are the results for Thyroid: TSH 0.96 (My Number) RANGE: 0.27 - 5.20

Looks like a good number. As other poster mentioned if you're not getting proper sleep that definitely can affect your energy level.

Coconut Oil and Chia Seeds work wonders for me.