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Not getting enough protein or liquids in

Today makes two weeks since being sleeved. I was told I should be getting 68 oz of liquids and 68grams of protein every day. The most liquids I've been able to get in is 38 oz and only 20 grams of protein. I wake up in the morning weak and dizzy . I know I'm not taking enough in,but I constantly feel full . I sip all day long on protein shakes , broth, water, creamy soups. I feel like its impossible to drink more. I'm kinda freaking out , I don't want to end up in the hospital . I need HELP!!!

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  • KnittingGurl
    KnittingGurl

    I'm six days out from being sleeved, and yesterday I thought I was going to have to go to the ER from dehydration. You MUST do this - let the protein go if you have to (you won't absorb the protein an

  • Cheer Mama
    Cheer Mama

    I haven't been sleeved yet, but did you EVER think you would ever think those thoughts?!?! The 'getting full' part? Serious side now, call your doctor and nutritionist and talk to them, tell them

  • Carol1560
    Carol1560

    I was sleeved on 5/15 and was worried about that too. I have made a schedule and this is what it is: Water Protein drink 30 grams from Premier water egg water dinner protien drink 25-30 grams

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I was sleeved on May 21st and having the same problem. I am getting about 45oz of fluids in a day and only 25 grams of protein. I drink one protein shake a.day (8oz) and that takes me 2 hours to get down. I really liked my protein shakes preop, but now they taste terrible to me, so I gag with every sip. I was told to get protein "shots". They have different flavors and they are only like 2 or 3oz. I saw some at Walmart that have 42 grams of protein in one shot. Since I am having problems getting my protein in, I think the shots are the best option.

I was sleeved on May 21st and having the same problem. I am getting about 45oz of fluids in a day and only 25 grams of Protein. I drink one protein shake a.day (8oz) and that takes me 2 hours to get down. I really liked my protein shakes preop' date=' but now they taste terrible to me, so I gag with every sip. I was told to get protein "shots". They have different flavors and they are only like 2 or 3oz. I saw some at Walmart that have 42 grams of protein in one shot. Since I am having problems getting my protein in, I think the shots are the best option.[/quote']

Im having the same problem with Fluid intake!!! Just cannot drink enough!!!

I have a hard time with fluids too. I've always been an eater and never a drinker. Prior to surgery I'd drink 8oz of Water a day on average. Now I drink 35 to 40oz. I am slowly working my way up to 64 to 70oz. Just keep at it slowly and eventually it will become habit. It won't happen in a week.

I started mixing flavorless whey Protein into 20oz of water with 2 packets of crystal light (fruit punch, and pink lemonade). Add lots of ice and its actually good. I've done this every night for the last 4 nights and lost 2.5 pounds.

highest weight = 228 DOS = 219 CW = 201 DOS was May 7th 2013

unflavoured Syntrax in broth is really helping me, maybe it will help you, too? the Protein powder in yoghurt works too!

i am so gonna go check out those protein shots everyone keeps mentioning.

I got the Unflavored whey Protein and its nasty. And all the other Protein drinks are starting to taste gross to me too. Where do you you get the flavorless soy protein at?

I bought it at Safeway. I live in Canada but I'm assuming most grocery stores would probably have similar? It was called Genisoy. Also, the key for me is definitely to make it in a smoothie, not a "shake".

Just mixing it with milk was always inedible for me but when I mix it with the fruit, yogurt, and juice, I can't taste it at all!

I also use it in baking. I made Breakfast "cookies" with pumpkin and oats, Splenda, and some other stuff and used 1/2 cup of the soy protein in place of flour. Turned out quite well. I think I'll try it with oatmeal raisin next time.

I really like the Premier Protein ready made shakes. I buy them at Costco. There are 30g of protein in just 11 oz, so was able to handle them early on. They have been my saving grace! I also sucked on SF popcocles and crushed ice in the early days after surgery to stay hydrated.

I bought it at Safeway. I live in Canada but I'm assuming most grocery stores would probably have similar? It was called Genisoy. Also, the key for me is definitely to make it in a smoothie, not a "shake".

Just mixing it with milk was always inedible for me but when I mix it with the fruit, yogurt, and juice, I can't taste it at all!

I also use it in baking. I made breakfast "cookies" with pumpkin and oats, Splenda, and some other stuff and used 1/2 cup of the soy Protein in place of flour. Turned out quite well. I think I'll try it with oatmeal raisin next time.

i so know what you mean about needing some stuff in a smoothie and not a shake. the thickness and other ingredients just make it easier to handle. that is a good idea - making the protein Cookies. i started making psyllium cookies back when i was low carb dieting. im gonna go look for some home made protein cookie recipes. thanks for the idea!!

I really like the Premier Protein ready made shakes. I buy them at costco. There are 30g of protein in just 11 oz, so was able to handle them early on. They have been my saving grace! I also sucked on SF popcocles and crushed ice in the early days after surgery to stay hydrated.

now you have me wondering if there is a way to make home made protein popsicles. heehee.

such good ideas in here!!

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