I am just over 2 weeks post op and I have been struggling with Protein since surgery. My stomach can not tolerate any protein powders and when I try consuming ground meat or cold cuts to get my protein, it gets real heavy and awkward feeling.

I am getting frustrated because I have so little energy. I have to nap once or twice a day and get exhausted just taking a quick trip to the grocery store!

I was supposed to go back to work tomorrow, but the Dr suggested two more weeks off. I'm a teacher and it's a crucial time for me to be in the classroom getting my students ready for state testing (next week!) I want to go back to work but need more energy to do so. Any suggestions to help my energy level?

Thanks!

Alice

I see a lot of people struggle with the protein shakes post-op, even me, but it's importanrt to take them because it can cause loss of hair, and more importantly from what I read your body can actually start feeding off of your vital organs. I do whey, 1 scoop is 30gms of protein , so I try to get 2 scoops in the am, and just keep taking sips throughout the am. Then I buy high protein yogurt and do 2-3 in the course of a day. My surgeon told me in early stages you should get 100 gms of protein, but if I get close enough, I'm proud of myself. You should also ask your surgeon for a script for Iron, and B-12 shots, in which you can get from your MD, and this should help your energy levels. School's almost over, and then you will be able to concentrate more on you. Good luck,and blessings!

Congratulations on your surgery and welcome to Bariatric Pal.

If you are having problems with powdered Proteins, try some ready to drink I used Premier a lot. I thought they tasted good, were not chalky and did not have an aftertaste. You might try them at room temperature or refrigerated to see if one works better for you than the other.

Good luck to you.

Have you tried non-whey Proteins? I've seen pea Protein and egg protein supplements. Garden Of Life makes several protein products with sprouted seeds as the protein (gluten free, soy free, dairy free. Syntrax nectar and Isopure are whey-based but may go down better than the powders. Warm liquids like unjury chicken broth went down easier for me in the beginning.

Have you tried Greek Yogurt? Refried Beans? Puréed split pea Soup? eggs? PB2? Milk? Soy milk? Almond Milk? Soft cheeses like Velveeta or laughing cow?

Have you tried non-whey proteins? I've seen pea protein and egg protein supplements. Garden Of Life makes several protein products with sprouted seeds as the protein (gluten free, soy free, dairy free. Syntrax Nectar and Isopure are whey-based but may go down better than the powders. Warm liquids like Unjury chicken broth went down easier for me in the beginning. Have you tried Greek Yogurt? Refried beans? Puréed split pea soup? eggs? PB2? Milk? Soy milk? Almond Milk? Soft cheeses like Velveeta or laughing cow?

I love all your suggestions. I will keep them in line when I am post op.