Hey everyone, I'm nine days post op and feeling well, no pain from my surgery, I'm mobile and doing my Wiifit exercises 30 mins to an hour everyday with no soreness or stiffness, and I've lost a total of 24 lbs since my surgery on the 21st. I'm very pleased with my surgeon, Dr. Alehy Tohamy (hope that's spelled correctly) his nurses and staff at weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery, 8815 Germantown Ave. Phladelphia, PA 19118, you guys here at bariatricpal.com, and most importantly, my hubby for all of his love and support.

I've been following my doctor and nutritionist's orders word for word, making sure to get in all of my fluids and Protein everyday as best as I can. I've never hit the 75 grams of protein per day however, since my surgery. Prior to surgery it was a piece of cake. I drank my shakes everyday, added protein to my Water and sipped on it as long as it took me to get it in, which sometimes ended up being a daylong event but nonetheless I got it all in. However, after surgery this has proven to be an arduous task. My taste buds have been altered because everything that i loved prior to surgery (sf popscicles, decaf coffee, unflavored whey protein, broth, etc.) now tastes horrible and really makes my stomach go flip flopping all over the place for hours, which I just found out after crying to my dr. that I am experiencng "dumping syndrome."

I prayed yesterday after I tried mixing the Protein powder with some pureed banana, Lactaid milk, and ice cubes in my blender till it was shake consistency and drinking it that either I was allergic to some ingredient in the protein powder or my new stomach just simply does not like protein. Today I spoke to Dr. Tahomey and explained all the I've been experiencing in detail over the last four days and he explained to me that yes. this is the dreaded "dumping sydrome" that I've been trying to avoid, and yes, it is possible that my new stomach does not like to texture, taste, or consistency of the protein powder. I feel so relieved but this does nothing to help me with my need to get in enough protein to meet my quota for the day. Dr. Tahome suggested that I experiment with new ways of getting my protein in like adding it to plain yogurt with some fresh fruit that has been pureed, adding protein to my oatmeal in the morning. If anyone has any other suggestions I would love to hear them. This is only day nine for me and I'm sure I will be posting for more help as I enter stage three of my post surgery diet. Have a great day everyone!!!

I am almost 4 weeks out, and knock on wood have not had anything related to dumping!! As far as Protein, I know I need to get some more in, but like someone else on here said, there is only so much sweet, artificially made protein a person can consume!!! I have found that the Pure Protein drinks sit best with me. 23 g protein, and they come in an aluminum bottle in a 4 pack. I get them at my grocery store. As far as yogurt, I started off with the Yoplait light, and they have some good flavors that sat really well with me. Then I noticed that the Chobani Greek yogurts have almost the same sugars and carbs with NO artificial anything, so I switched to them. So nice to not taste that sickly aftertaste that everything sugar free seems to have! The activia greek is also good and goes down well with me. I am on mushies right now (refried Beans, yogurt, grits, mashed potatoes, pureed casseroles, ets.) but can progress to soft foods tomorrow. I'm a little worried that I won't be able to get down anything new. I think I'll start with unflavored oatmeal and see how that sits! Blessings to you all on this journey!

Mrsglomartin, I am sorry you are having such a rough time. My doctor gave me a prescription for Karafate liquid and omeprazole capsules to help with eating.

Thanks for the info I'm just sick of medications and I'm meditating when I begin to feel nauseous. I notice that the smell of protein powder, pork cooking, and beef really sends my poor stomach into convulsions. I stopped eating red meats years ago but my hubby still eats it occasionally and the smell if it cooking never bothered me before. I'm really changing in my likes and dislikes as far as food goes. I'm so over the sugary sweet taste of everything even though it's artificial sweeteners. I pray that I will one day be completely sugar free, artificial and real sugar.

Mrs. Glo Martin

I am sorry to hear that you are having a problem with your Protein supplements. Eventually, you will have more options open up for you, but the beginning can be pretty rough. On the protein supplement side over the past 11 months, I made the following transitions

3 Protein shakes per day

2 protein shakes per day

2 large cups of hot cocoa (no sugar added) + 1 large berry smoothie

1 large cup of hot cocoa (no sugar added) + 1 large berry smoothie

As I gained more protein on the meal side of the equation, I was able to subtract off some of my protein supplements. When I achieved my bottom weight, I was able to add more calories to the equation (protein + meal plan). As I was able to transition from puree to solids, I was able to use Protein Bars as part of my protein supplements. The first year after surgery is all about transitions and finding options that will work for you.

Mrs. Glo Martin I am sorry to hear that you are having a problem with your protein supplements. Eventually, you will have more options open up for you, but the beginning can be pretty rough. On the protein supplement side over the past 11 months, I made the following transitions 3 protein shakes per day 2 protein shakes per day 2 large cups of hot cocoa (no sugar added) + 1 large berry smoothie 1 large cup of hot cocoa (no sugar added) + 1 large berry smoothie As I gained more protein on the meal side of the equation, I was able to subtract off some of my protein supplements. When I achieved my bottom weight, I was able to add more calories to the equation (protein + meal plan). As I was able to transition from puree to solids, I was able to use protein bars as part of my protein supplements. The first year after surgery is all about transitions and finding options that will work for you.

Hi James, it's always a pleasure to get feedback from someone who's experienced the ups and downs of WLS. It's good to learn that this is a major part of my healthy transition from a uneducated junk food eater to a happy, healthy person who chooses to make a change for a lifetime. I'm always inspired by the info you provide and I really appreciate you. I'm heading into week three post op as of Monday and I will continue to share my struggles and successes with you in this forum. Again I'm inspired and hopeful thanks to your willingness to share your story, support, and encourage us in our journeys.

MrsGloMartin, thank you for that wonderful compliment! I just looked at my greek yogurt label, I buy only Dannon Lite &Fit. It has 8 gr sugar. My husband has some other kinds and I looked at them, Activia has 19-22 gr sugar!!! I could not WAIT for my two weeks to be over so I could have some Greek Yogurt again.....but I only buy that brand... Best of luck...

Dannon has a lite and fit Greek yogurt with no sugar and like 18 grams protein.