Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Protein Problems



Recommended Posts

Hey Guys,

I am 1 week post op as of today. I was sleeved 6/14. Did any of you have problems with you body processing your Protein? I have tried it with 1% milk, 1% lactaid, and Water. With in 10 min I break out into a cold sweat and then have to rush to the bathroom with diarrhea. Tmi, I know. But I have to figure this out because I met with my doc today and he told me to try with Lactaid, which I did when I got home and same thing happened.

Please let me know.

Thanks!

Frank

Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

@Flost9823 this early in your recovery, it could easily be dumping syndrome, but then again, I have had a few friends who have become lactose intolerant post surgery. Good luck on your journey and welcome to the club!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

What type of Protein are you using? I find the Slim Fast Advanced LOW CARB ready made shakes the easiest to get down and 20 grams of protein per shake :) I also add Isopure unflavored powder to soup/pudding/lactaid milk

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

At 1 week I was not allowed to have anything but Clear Liquids still. Are you following your post op?


Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yes I am. On the 4th day they put me on full liquids.< br>
Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

What type of Protein are you using? I find the Slim Fast Advanced LOW CARB ready made shakes the easiest to get down and 20 grams of protein per shake [emoji4] I also add Isopure unflavored powder to soup/pudding/lactaid milk



ON Gold Standard 100% whey. It's powder. I use to drink it all the time when I is to lift.

Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Try the Premier Protein shakes. I have used those since before surgery. In fact, they have the opposite effect on me. Might be worth a try for you.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I did not go to full liquid until day 20 but still struggled. I found either very hot broth or ice cold clear drinks were the most comfortable. It will take 6+ mo the before you feel "normal" drinking again, you will just need to try them all and find what works best for you. 2 years later I still drink Premier Protein daily.


Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

There is the possibility that you can become lactose intolerance after your surgery have you tried "muscle milk light?"
I had my surgery on 6/16 today is my first day back at home since surgery.


Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks for the answers. Just talked to my nutritionist, he is having me return it and get egg white Protein. He thinks I'm having an issue with Whey protein in general.

Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

There is the possibility that you can become lactose intolerance after your surgery have you tried "muscle milk light?"
I had my surgery on 6/16 today is my first day back at home since surgery.





Possibly, but I've had milk for other things and haven't had a problem.

Anyways, congrats! How are you feeling overall?

Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Unjury has just come out with a planted line which is vegan and does not use whey. You may want to give that a try:

https://www.unjury.com/products/planted-protein.html

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I can't tolerate any dairy or soy based Protein powders. Only thing that doesn't make me sick is plant based. Even after 13 years post op.


Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • jparadigm

      Happy Wednesday!
       
      I hope everyone is having a lovely week so far! 
      It's been a bit of a struggle this last week...I'm hungry ALL the time.
      · 1 reply
      1. BlondePatriotInCDA

        Have a great Wednesday too! Sorry you're hungry all the time, I'm pretty much the same..and I'm sick of eating the same food all the time.

    • ChunkCat

      Well, tomorrow I go in for an impromptu hiatal hernia repair after ending up in the ER over the weekend because I couldn't get food down and water was moving at a trickle... I've been having these symptoms on and off for a few weeks but Sunday was the worst by far and came with chest pain and trouble breathing. The ER PA thinks it is just esophagitis and that the surgeon and radiologist are wrong. But the bariatric surgeon swears it is a hernia, possibly a sliding one based on my symptoms. So he fit me into his schedule this week to repair it! I hope he's right and this sorts it out. He's going to do a scope afterwards to be sure there is nothing wrong with the esophagus. Here's hoping it all goes well!!
      · 2 replies
      1. AmberFL

        omgsh!! Hope all goes well!! Keeping you in my thoughts!

      2. gracesmommy2

        Hope you’re doing well!

    • jparadigm

      Hello lovlies!
      Today is a beautiful day in west Michigan! I hope you all have a beautiful Tuesday and rest of your week!! 🤗
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Clueless_girl

      Having gall bladder surgery in a few days and I so hope the recovery is easier than the one from the modified DS! I could use a bit of luck/pep talk for a change. I'm starting to be able to walk around without experiencing dizziness, but it would be great if the random pain in my chest and abdomen would go away!!
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Dawn 1974

      4/4/2024 - new patient orientation. Wt 313
      4/5/2024 - got all my lab work done.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×