Ok, so here’s my deal. Before surgery I would have a RedBull at least 2-3 per week. It really helps me get thru the day…well I haven’t had a RedBull since about a week before surgery and today I NEEDED SOMETHING…so even though I know carbonated drinks are a nono…I stopped and got a SUGARFREE redbull….took 1 little sip and well BIG mistake bc it was NASTY!!! So, whats a girl to do??? I NEED something for energy….I have been so fatigued and lifeless around 3pm everyday at work………HELP I NEED SOME ENERGY!!!!

Another thing--and it will sound minor, but will make a big difference---get outside---and breath!!!

If you are already feeling fatigued, don't go out trying to "work out" but go out, and take a walk, breath in some fresh air, get your blood moving a bit!!!

It helps you feel more alert----wakes up your brain!!!

Kat

Are Youtaking Vitamins And Calcium Talk To You Dr About This

yeah I went the other day and got a chewable multivit. I tell you I think it was the stress of work...I got sick like a week after my surgery and I was trying to keep on working...I think all that just ran me down...I feel much better now...I will mention it to my dr when I go though....see if he thinks it anything to be concerned about esp if I start feeling bad again!!!!

Kanigag I felt great!

It was like an instant burst of energy back in me.

I have continued with the sublingual and that has helped keep the energy up.

I'm glad 4jin you got the shot!!! I swear by them, had my monthly this am and was the energizer bunny @ the gym....

Kat - Your right the fresh air and sun does wonders....Fabulous 80degree day in Dallas today & my horse loved me being on him for more than 15minutes..

A great picker-upper; or some trail mix that has nuts, raisins and maybe some M&M's.

I give myself the B-12 shot once a week.

But the 5-hour shot liquid is a good boost during the day.

M

Isopure 20oz of fruit flavored drink (not too bad either) and 40mg of Protein - REALLY helps when you have the sinking feeling.

best of luck !!!

My doctor suggested sublingual B-12 500 mcg daily or 1000 mcg two or three times a week. I am also supposed to take B-1 for the first month after surgery. That plus 60 grams of Protein should have you energized. Also make sure you are staying hydrated.

My doctor recommended the same thing.... I just sat through their post op diet classes since i am not banded yet so I remember this being stressed for energy.