It'll be a month post op on the 21st. Down 40 pounds. Have absolutely no energy whatsoever. I've been taking b12 for 3 weeks and feel nothing. I know you're supposed to give meds 4-6 weeks but I thought I would feel something by now. Anyone advice and or solution would help. Thanks.

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40 pounds is a huge amount in a month. Your body has a right to feel tired. How many calories, grams of Protein, carbs and Water are you taking in daily.

You had a major surgery and are healing. Taking it easy is part of the process.

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Honestly don't know how many calories I take in a day. If I have to guess I would say between 500-700. Protein, I get about 70ish. Carbs, less than 50. Water, maybe about 45-50oz.

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Not enough Protein

Craig Martinez

Austin, Texas

Believe me. I'm trying to get in the Protein but it's hard.

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When I'm feeling tired I drink a Protein drink, what kind are you drinking? I'm on Premier Protein strawberry

Craig Martinez

Austin, Texas

You may not be getting enough calories in yet. I'm a little ahead of you - I'm 5.5 weeks. My surgeon told me to shoot for 600-800 calories/day and I definitely notice better energy now that I'm being able to get in 700 most days.

I'm drinking GNC lean shake strawberries and cream. 25 grams of Protein.

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I took 2 days off work this month back to back because I was physical and mental exhausted.

A few more calories wouldn't hurt, 500 is really low. An average of 800 should still allow rapid weigh loss.

Another question is are you eating a variety of soft fruits and a variety of well-cooked, soft-ish vegetables? Vitamins definitely make a difference, and while you should be taking supplements, they are not as good as getting vitamins in whole foods.

If I were you I would track my Protein intake with an app. To measure how much I am getting in every day. Try to up the protein and keep tracking until u feel better. If u don't feel better try n ask the doctor office to see u n check for anemic. They could give u a B12 shot to help u but u should up protein

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Honestly don't know how many calories I take in a day. If I have to guess I would say between 500-700. Protein, I get about 70ish. Carbs, less than 50. Water, maybe about 45-50oz.

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I highly recommend that you track your food so your food so you KNOW whether or not you are getting in enough protein and fluids. Guessing doesn't do you any good.

Getting in ALL of your protein and fluids is the number one priority and will help you heal.

Honestly don't know how many calories I take in a day. If I have to guess I would say between 500-700. Protein, I get about 70ish. Carbs, less than 50. Water, maybe about 45-50oz.

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I highly recommend that you track your food so your food so you KNOW whether or not you are getting in enough protein and fluids. Guessing doesn't do you any good.

Getting in ALL of your protein and fluids is the number one priority and will help you heal.

I am 6+ weeks out and feel great. My energy level did not return until at least 4+ weeks post-op. No worries.......it will happen for you. Good luck to you and me.

Honestly don't know how many calories I take in a day. If I have to guess I would say between 500-700. Protein, I get about 70ish. Carbs, less than 50. Water, maybe about 45-50oz.

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I highly recommend that you track your food so your food so you KNOW whether or not you are getting in enough protein and fluids. Guessing doesn't do you any good.

Getting in ALL of your protein and fluids is the number one priority and will help you heal.

Honestly don't know how many calories I take in a day. If I have to guess I would say between 500-700. Protein, I get about 70ish. Carbs, less than 50. Water, maybe about 45-50oz.

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I highly recommend that you track your food so your food so you KNOW whether or not you are getting in enough protein and fluids. Guessing doesn't do you any good.

Getting in ALL of your protein and fluids is the number one priority and will help you heal.

I started tracking today. Should have done it a while ago but better late than never.

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A few more calories wouldn't hurt, 500 is really low. An average of 800 should still allow rapid weigh loss.

Another question is are you eating a variety of soft fruits and a variety of well-cooked, soft-ish vegetables? Vitamins definitely make a difference, and while you should be taking supplements, they are not as good as getting vitamins in whole foods.

I'm pureed right now. I try to incorporate different foods. Hummus is my thing. But chick peas havery alot of carbs. Next week is soft food. That is when I think it will get better for me.

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A few more calories wouldn't hurt, 500 is really low. An average of 800 should still allow rapid weigh loss.

Another question is are you eating a variety of soft fruits and a variety of well-cooked, soft-ish vegetables? Vitamins definitely make a difference, and while you should be taking supplements, they are not as good as getting vitamins in whole foods.

I'm pureed right now. I try to incorporate different foods. Hummus is my thing. But chick peas havery alot of carbs. Next week is soft food. That is when I think it will get better for me.

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Veggies are very low in carbs. Fruits have some carbs, yes, but the dose is pretty low and the soluble Fiber slows absorption of the glucose liberated - so you don't need to worry about either fruits & vegetables and those two categories are really the Vitamin powerhouses. Whole fruit, fresh or frozen is best. Just avoid fruits with a lot of added sugar - like some dried fruits and canned fruits in heavy syrup. Most fruit juices are also not great, as they usually lack the soluble fiber and have added sugar too.

Legumes like chickpeas are a healthy and tasty way to get a mix of Protein and yes, a modest amount of starch. Because legumes have tons of soluble fiber, you don't really need to worry about the starch though. These are a very different animal than say a potato or corn. Besides chickpeas - edamame, kidney Beans, black beans, navy beans, lentils and green peas are all healthy legumes.

See the legumes overview in this Mayo Clinic article:

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/legumes/art-20044278

Edited April 19, 201610 yr by Barry W