I lost about 10 pounds my first week after surgery, and this week (week 2) I've only lost 3 pounds (and have since gone up 2 pounds).

I've been having some trouble with constipation and dehydration this week. I also had IV fluids a few days ago (though it was for other reasons). So I thought it might be a function of that. But I'm concerned I might be having too much sugar.

I've been having a small cup of apple juice (100 calories) and diluted gatorade most days (maybe 100-150 calories total). My protein shakes and soups have zero sugar.

My doctor said I could have juice and gatorade, but I'm seeing a lot of people say they consume only sugar-free drinks. Could that be the reason for the stall? I'm getting the sense that my body is having trouble digesting all the straight protein. And without the juice and gatorade, I'm concerned about getting enough calories since I already get super dizzy upon standing.

I wouldn't worry to much about a temporary plateau. You are doing the right things so don't worry too much about them. I know how hard it can be but try to resist the urge to weigh yourself so often. The body fluctuates and its the trend-line that matters.

That said I think most programs want you to eliminate sugared drinks because they have a ton of calories, don't fill you up, and provide no real nutritional value. Continuing to drink sugared drinks is like trying to lose weigh with one arm tied behind your back.

1 hour ago, HP62442 said:

I lost about 10 pounds my first week after surgery, and this week (week 2) I've only lost 3 pounds (and have since gone up 2 pounds).

I've been having some trouble with constipation and dehydration this week. I also had IV fluids a few days ago (though it was for other reasons). So I thought it might be a function of that. But I'm concerned I might be having too much sugar.

I've been having a small cup of apple juice (100 calories) and diluted gatorade most days (maybe 100-150 calories total). My Protein Shakes and Soups have zero sugar.

My doctor said I could have juice and gatorade, but I'm seeing a lot of people say they consume only sugar-free drinks. Could that be the reason for the stall? I'm getting the sense that my body is having trouble digesting all the straight Protein. And without the juice and gatorade, I'm concerned about getting enough calories since I already get super dizzy upon standing.

Are you getting in your protein goal(60-80 grams) or are the other liquids taking up valuable sleeve space? Protein first.

Pure apple juice a lot of sugar and carbs : - protein .3g - 120 calories - 25g sugar - 29 carbs

my 2 cents I am not a medical professional- always check with your dietician first, There are other product that will keep you hydrated that are low carb and calorie.

Isopure zero carb protein water. 40 grams protein 160 calories and hydration all in one . If the taste is too strong water it down. Best choice if you are struggling to get your protein in

Nuun Boost Electrolyte Tablets. 4 calories 1 carb Helps with dehydration. powerade zero - zero calories and less than 1 carbs - Again hydration

Can we stop calling Isopure zero carb "protein water" nowhere on the bottle does it say "protein water". I just find using the term very misleading. I have been using isopure since 2010/11 when I was banded, lovely product overall. Very helpful now that I've revised to RNY.

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I lost about 10 pounds my first week after surgery, and this week (week 2) I've only lost 3 pounds (and have since gone up 2 pounds).
I've been having some trouble with constipation and dehydration this week. I also had IV fluids a few days ago (though it was for other reasons). So I thought it might be a function of that. But I'm concerned I might be having too much sugar.
I've been having a small cup of apple juice (100 calories) and diluted gatorade most days (maybe 100-150 calories total). My Protein Shakes and Soups have zero sugar.
My doctor said I could have juice and gatorade, but I'm seeing a lot of people say they consume only sugar-free drinks. Could that be the reason for the stall? I'm getting the sense that my body is having trouble digesting all the straight Protein. And without the juice and gatorade, I'm concerned about getting enough calories since I already get super dizzy upon standing.

I stalled for a whole week when I was 2 weeks post op. I think it has to do with how much you loose on the pre op diet. I wouldn’t be concerned. But as you can ingest more, i would limit your drinks with calories.

53 minutes ago, Matt Z said:

Can we stop calling Isopure zero carb "protein water" nowhere on the bottle does it say "protein water". I just find using the term very misleading. I have been using isopure since 2010/11 when I was banded, lovely product overall. Very helpful now that I've revised to RNY.

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I don't find the term "Protein water" misleading. to each their own...

Says protein drink on the front of the bottle. It's made with filtered water and has 40 grams of protein.

Ingredients : Filtered Water, Ion-Exchange Whey (milk) Protein Isolate, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Sucralose, Phosphoric Acid, Polysorbate 80, FD&C Blue #1

It's a protein drink, it's not listed or marketed as protein water for a reason.

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It's a Protein Drink, it's not listed or marketed as Protein Water for a reason.

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Call it what you like...I don't need a product that is made of filtered water to be spelled out for me. If you feel better saying "Drink" it's its all good.

In my program, a drink with similar sugars as the image posted, is not allowed, for any part of any diet, pre or post operation.


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It's a protein drink, it's not listed or marketed as protein water for a reason.

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Curious. What’s the reason?

Curious. What’s the reason?

Because legally that can't call it "water" with all the extra ingredients or the method of manufacturing. Just like Pringles aren't potato chips, they are potato crisps, because of the ingredients and how they are made. Do you call tea, tea water or coffee, coffee water, or soda, it's not soda water unless it's just carbonated water. Isopure Zero Carb is a protein drink, protein water is a thing, but Isopure zero carb isn't it. Just bugs me seeing it stated that way for a few reasons, for one, anyone searching for Isopure Protein Water, isn't going to find it because it doesn't exist. Better to use the proper name/verbiage for the sake of those that will be asking around for it. Rather than have those people sound misinformed or improperly edjucated. But,I guess that's just me trying to save people the embarrassment of being wrong in a health food store.

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Because legally that can't call it "water" with all the extra ingredients or the method of manufacturing. Just like Pringles aren't potato chips, they are potato crisps, because of the ingredients and how they are made. Do you call tea, tea Water or coffee, coffee water, or soda, it's not soda water unless it's just carbonated water. Isopure Zero Carb is a Protein Drink, Protein water is a thing, but Isopure zero carb isn't it. Just bugs me seeing it stated that way for a few reasons, for one, anyone searching for Isopure Protein Water, isn't going to find it because it doesn't exist. Better to use the proper name/verbiage for the sake of those that will be asking around for it. Rather than have those people sound misinformed or improperly edjucated. But,I guess that's just me trying to save people the embarrassment of being wrong in a health food store.

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Got it. So what is the definition of protein water then?

I think people call it that to try and convey the fact that it’s a clear drink instead of a typical cloudy “shake” type drink (though most of those aren’t shakes either) like premier protein or muscle milk (which is not a milk, so...). Come to think about it, what’s the definition of a “milk” because I’m pretty sure almond and soy mills aren’t (is coconut milk?)

I wish we had more language surrounding the differences between the protein drinks so we could communicate better about them. There is a “clear” difference between the clear isopure and the typical protein drinks, and they are good on the clear liquid phase while others aren’t, so it would be nice to have language to state that.

Got it. So what is the definition of protein water then?

I think people call it that to try and convey the fact that it’s a clear drink instead of a typical cloudy “shake” type drink (though most of those aren’t shakes either) like Premier Protein or muscle milk (which is not a milk, so...). Come to think about it, what’s the definition of a “milk” because I’m pretty sure almond and soy mills aren’t (is coconut milk?)

I wish we had more language surrounding the differences between the Protein Drinks so we could communicate better about them. There is a “clear” difference between the clear isopure and the typical protein drinks, and they are good on the clear liquid phase while others aren’t, so it would be nice to have language to state that.

The protein water thing... Not finding much on it at the moment, some are brand names, others, just not finding what I would feel would be relevant to this conversion either way.

Muscle Milk, is a brand name. But the definition of milk includes opaque white(ish) fluids from plants as well as from mammals.

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