Had my lap band approx 6 months ago. Was thinking of having protein drink 1 or 2 meals a day. I anyone doing this? If so does it help lose weight and give you energy, I am taking vitamin tablets, but some days feel so tired, have checked iron and b - all okay.:wub:

because there i never have time in the mornings to make breakfast, i have to have a protein shake. also, my meals are on a schedule. i never have been before (my life is just too busy for that). but now, if i sleep in on the weekends, by the time i get up, i am lightheaded and dizzy. i have to have that protein shake in the morning before 9 or i'm useless for most of day, just feel too weak. the other meals arent as bad, but i have to have them within about 30 minutes of thier respective times or i will begin to not feel so great

If you're really lacking energy then Protein isnt the answer, you need some carbs. Your body needs a balance of nutrients, not going crazy on one nutrient, and replacing a balanced meal containing protein, carbs and good fats with a protein shake is not the way to feel more energetic. shakes are really great for a snack, and if you cant otherwise eat breakfast, but you're far far better off eating real food for the most part and also getting your protein from a variety of natural sources.

But you need carbs to fill your muscles with glycogen and provide fast fuel. I know that to run, I must keep up the wholegrain bread and cereals or I'm flat and listless.

If you're really lacking energy then Protein isnt the answer, you need some carbs. Your body needs a balance of nutrients, not going crazy on one nutrient, and replacing a balanced meal containing protein, carbs and good fats with a protein shake is not the way to feel more energetic. shakes are really great for a snack, and if you cant otherwise eat breakfast, but you're far far better off eating real food for the most part and also getting your protein from a variety of natural sources.

But you need carbs to fill your muscles with glycogen and provide fast fuel. I know that to run, I must keep up the wholegrain bread and cereals or I'm flat and listless.

hey jtag! i'm good, feeling better by the day. getting pretty hungry now that i'm still on full liquids for another few days!