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Protein Intake

What happens if you don’t have good protein intake? What could be the risks &
complications?

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3 Responses to “Protein Intake”

  1. Neva Marjory Says:
    September 14th, 2004 at 2:13 pm

    During the rapid weight loss phase, it is
    important to get plenty of protein because you want to lose
    body fat, but not lose muscle mass. With gastric
    bypass, you will not absorb all the protein you eat, so
    you have to eat more than a regular person to get
    enough absorbed protein. If you don’t eat enough protein
    (or absorb enough of what you do eat), you can lose
    so much muscle that you become physically weak. You
    can also lose some essential muscle strength like
    that of your heart. At a less extreme level,
    inadequate protein can put your body into a "starvation
    mode" where your weight loss would be slower than
    normal. You should have blood tests periodically to make
    sure that your total protein and albumin stay at
    healthy levels. Many people also find that using powdered

    protein supplements to get the maximum protein dose with
    the minimum amount of calories reduces their cravings
    for carbohydrates. On a side note, pre-digested whey
    protein is the easiest for our bodies to absorb, and we
    can take up to 30g of it at a time. Any more than 30g
    at once will just be wasted.<br>Hope this
    helps.<br>Lynn

  2. Aron Freeman Says:
    September 14th, 2004 at 8:52 pm

    Lynn,<br> I am sooo glad you specified the fact
    that we can only adsorb 30g’s at a time. I see sooo
    many people harping on things that are 30+ and
    thinking that they are DONE for the day with that one
    serving! Great advice!<br><br>Ice

  3. Neva Marjory Says:
    September 20th, 2004 at 7:55 pm

    LJGyrl,<br>You also need the protein in order for
    your body to heal. This is major surgery. The tissues
    require the protiens. Protiens are the building blocks of
    life.<br>You are asking some very good questions. I do hope
    that you have found a support group in your area also.
    It really helps if you can. Who knows you may find
    an angel to stay by your side on your
    journy.<br><br>Dottie<br>Pre-op

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