So...any suggestions?

elfkin2001
elfkin2001 Posts: 9
edited September 19 in Health and Weight Loss
I am a Bander(LapBand) and it is physically IMPOSSIBLE to consume 1200 calories a day (sorry MFP), but I do need to beef up my protein intake (pun intended).

I am allergic to soy and eggs so I have to find suppliments that are based around Whey.

So far I drink two proteing shakes a day and include a meat with each meal. That routine is kind of monotonous so I was looking for other inventive ways to get my protein in. My surgeon wants me to consume between 50-70 grams per day.

Any suggestions?

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  • elfkin2001
    elfkin2001 Posts: 9
    I am a Bander(LapBand) and it is physically IMPOSSIBLE to consume 1200 calories a day (sorry MFP), but I do need to beef up my protein intake (pun intended).

    I am allergic to soy and eggs so I have to find suppliments that are based around Whey.

    So far I drink two proteing shakes a day and include a meat with each meal. That routine is kind of monotonous so I was looking for other inventive ways to get my protein in. My surgeon wants me to consume between 50-70 grams per day.

    Any suggestions?
  • lotusfromthemud
    lotusfromthemud Posts: 5,335 Member
    Can you have nuts?

    Peanut butter is a good way to get both calories and protein in.
  • TheGoblinRoad
    TheGoblinRoad Posts: 835 Member
    Can you have nuts?

    Peanut butter is a good way to get both calories and protein in.
    Peanut butter in the shake! Wouldn't have any problem reaching 1200 that way. :)
  • lotusfromthemud
    lotusfromthemud Posts: 5,335 Member
    Can you have nuts?

    Peanut butter is a good way to get both calories and protein in.
    Peanut butter in the shake! Wouldn't have any problem reaching 1200 that way. :)


    mmmmm....peanut butter in the shake!:flowerforyou:
  • lessertess
    lessertess Posts: 855 Member
    Definitely talk to your doctor. S/he will have some solid advice based on your particular medical needs. You might ask for a referral to a dietician.
  • elfkin2001
    elfkin2001 Posts: 9
    Yes I can have nuts. I have already gone over all of this with my doctor and dietician. I was just wanting to get some fresh ideas since I am so limited. I used to put peanut butter into my shake when I was on my original liquid diet and it was pretty good.

    Maybe I can switch up the flavors on the shake and add pb. Vanilla might work well.:bigsmile:
  • Anna_Banana
    Anna_Banana Posts: 2,939 Member
    You could also add some vanilla yogurt to your protien shakes.
  • arewethereyet
    arewethereyet Posts: 18,702 Member
    My friend had gastreo bypass. She used to put a scoop of whey protein in her cereal and milk,a scoop in a pudding cup. So forth. She was also having a hard time getting enough cals with protein.

    I eat chicken 2x a day. I always have 60+ protein.

    how about a chicken shake? or a shaky chicken?

    Sorry, dont know what is wrong with me.
  • kerrilucko
    kerrilucko Posts: 3,852 Member
    foods like cottage cheese and yogurt are good for protein too, I second the nuts as well, they pack a major nutritional punch for such a tiny food.
  • elfkin2001
    elfkin2001 Posts: 9
    My friend had gastreo bypass. She used to put a scoop of whey protein in her cereal and milk,a scoop in a pudding cup. So forth. She was also having a hard time getting enough cals with protein.

    I

    That's a good idea! I do that with my fiber, so why not with my protein. Thanks!!
  • jamerz3294
    jamerz3294 Posts: 1,824 Member
    how about a chicken shake? or a shaky chicken?

    That just sounds so wrong on so many levels, hehehehe :wink: :laugh: :bigsmile:
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