Is Protein a big part of losing the weight fast? I'm barely getting any in... I've lost 12lbs since surgery on 8/8/12

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I am also 2 months out I have a hard time being able to eat alot:( any good ideals on protein the shakes make me sick how about bars?

Almost all doctors require that you have at least 60g of Protein a day. My surgeon requires all of her patients to have 100g a day. So the answer to your question is YES, protein is a very big part of losing weight. It's also absolutely essential for many other things associated with losing weight.

I sometimes wonder if doctors and others in their offices do a good job of helping folks understand the importance of protein. Unlike fats or starches, your body cannot store protein. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and the nine "essential amino acids" must be obtained from food - they are essential because your body cannot manufacture them. That means they have to be replenished. Every day. Carbs are king when it comes to energy but when you're on a low carb diet, your body will use protein for energy instead. Every cell in your body contains protein. Remove all of the Water in your body and 75% of what's left is - protein. Feeling tired following your surgery? Eat more protein! No energy? Eat more protein!

Protein is critically important in the healing process following surgery.

Protein is used extensively to repair and regenerate damaged tissue.

Protein is a key player in helping the body fight off bacterial and viral infections.

Protein will help minimize muscle loss during rapid weight loss.

And protein will help reduce hair loss to a minimum.

Your body needs protein!! A lot of it!!

You might try getting some unflavored Protein Powder. First thing in the morning, put a scoop of the powder in a small bowl. Depending on the powder, one scoop is 20g or more of protein. When you eat or drink something, put a pinch of the protein powder in. You can add it to almost anything and if it's just a pinch, you shouldn't notice the taste too much. By the end of the day you've eaten an additional 20g of protein, a pinch at a time.

Try Protein shakes, powders, bars, and when you're cleared for regular food - chicken, fish, turkey, canned tuna, canned chicken, low fat ground beef, low fat cheese, low fat cottage cheese, string cheese, low fat milk, nuts, tilapia, shrimp, scallops, cod, halibut, lean steak (all fat removed), eggs - I have an Excel file that is a list of about 125 grocery store and fast food items, most of which are rich in protein. I've emailed it to dozens of folks on the forum. Post or PM me your email address and I'll be glad to send it to you.

Try anything you can think of until you're getting ALL of your protein in. Every day! You'll be glad you did and you're gonna love the new you!!

I am also 2 months out I have a hard time being able to eat alot:( any good ideals on Protein the shakes make me sick how about bars?

I've tried the pure Protein Bars and they are ok. Im getting used to them. I prefer the premade shakes. chicken breast has a good bit of protein about 25 grams for about 3-4 ounces. eggs, deli turkey and ham have about 9 grams a serving. Skim milk, cheese seafood.

I am also 2 months out I have a hard time being able to eat alot:( any good ideals on Protein the shakes make me sick <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> how about bars?

They made me sick as well. So I tried mixing them with Water instead of soy milk, and milk. Now they are great. I think they were to rich for me with the milk. I would try that.

Almost all doctors require that you have at least 60g of Protein a day. My surgeon requires all of her patients to have 100g a day. So the answer to your question is YES' date=' protein is a very big part of losing weight. It's also absolutely essential for many other things associated with losing weight.

I sometimes wonder if doctors and others in their offices do a good job of helping folks understand the importance of protein. Unlike fats or starches, your body cannot store protein. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and the nine "essential amino acids" must be obtained from food - they are essential because your body cannot manufacture them. That means they have to be replenished. Every day. Carbs are king when it comes to energy but when you're on a low carb diet, your body will use protein for energy instead. Every cell in your body contains protein. Remove all of the Water in your body and 75% of what's left is - protein. Feeling tired following your surgery? Eat more protein! No energy? Eat more protein!

Protein is critically important in the healing process following surgery.

Protein is used extensively to repair and regenerate damaged tissue.

Protein is a key player in helping the body fight off bacterial and viral infections.

Protein will help minimize muscle loss during rapid weight loss.

And protein will help reduce hair loss to a minimum.

Your body needs protein!! A lot of it!!

You might try getting some unflavored Protein powder. First thing in the morning, put a scoop of the powder in a small bowl. Depending on the powder, one scoop is 20g or more of protein. When you eat or drink something, put a pinch of the protein powder in. You can add it to almost anything and if it's just a pinch, you shouldn't notice the taste too much. By the end of the day you've eaten an additional 20g of protein, a pinch at a time.

Try Protein shakes, powders, bars, and when you're cleared for regular food - chicken, fish, turkey, canned tuna, canned chicken, low fat ground beef, low fat cheese, low fat cottage cheese, string cheese, low fat milk, nuts, tilapia, shrimp, scallops, cod, halibut, lean steak (all fat removed), eggs - I have an Excel file that is a list of about 125 grocery store and fast food items, most of which are rich in protein. I've emailed it to dozens of folks on the forum. Post or PM me your email address and I'll be glad to send it to you.

Try anything you can think of until you're getting ALL of your protein in. Every day! You'll be glad you did and you're gonna love the new you!![/quote']

Dave,

Would u be able to send me that? My email is Nicole.linn17@gmail.com

Thank u so much!

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I am also 2 months out I have a hard time being able to eat alot:( any good ideals on Protein the shakes make me sick <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sad.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> how about bars?

Quest bars are awesome, low fat, low sugar and high protein and high Fiber !!

You can get in some extra protein by mixing soy milk, Fage plain Greek yogurt, and a sugar free syrup like almond roca....and sip on it. It's the friggin bomb! 30+ grams of protein in a cup of it...so many sugar free syrups to choose from at smart and final, or at any other warehouse grocery store.

Dave,

Would u be able to send me that? My email is Nicole.linn17@gmail.com

Thank u so much!

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Just emailed!!

Just emailed!!

Thanks so much!

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I agree quest bars are recommended by my surgeon.

Premier nutrition protein shakes

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- Kaylee Ann ~ Surgiversary: 6/11/12

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- Kaylee Ann ~ Surgiversary: 6/11/12

Do those taste good?

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Dave, can you please send me that list too??? Thank you!! Traciewebb1969@yahoo.com

Dave, can you please send me that list too??? Thank you!! Traciewebb1969@yahoo.com

Just emailed!