Protein After Surgery

[Adventurousanimal 2]

Hey All,

I finally had my appointment with the nutritionist at Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside in Oregon. When I mentioned ways I had learned to add extra Protein after surgery, she acted very confused and asked why I would need more after surgery. I was startled by the questions as this seems to be a huge factor for life after surgery. She simply replied that most Americans get more protein than is needed already. Does anybody have any insight on this? I have searched the internet and haven't found much that applies. Thanks in advance.

[hmills653 365]

That's odd. They discuss Protein protein protein from the very first pre op supervised weight loss class.

[Chris S. 10]

I believe its at 60 grams minimum per day for men

[ratcat2 24]

I believe its at 60 grams minimum per day for men

Women too I was told

[Mam.Meema 0]

My instruction was your current weight x .3 & ... What HMills said about Protein protein protein. I am 4 days post surgery and struggling to get enough.

Edited November 12, 2017 by Mam.Meema

[blondie66 271]

Protein is super important after surgery to help with healing and keeping your metabolism active - 60 grams a day

[Jengo825 37]

Women should also have 60+ grams of Protein per day. We were told over and over again that is a requirement for life before and after surgery in our educational classes. My Lapband to RNY surgery was done in July at the Honor Health Center for Bariatric Excellence in Scottsdale, AZ.