Protein Supplementation
For vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) or gastric bypass (RNY) patients – usually starts ~2 weeks after surgery
DO NOT FREEZE OR COOK PROTEIN SUPPLEMENTS – IT WILL DENATURE THEM AND MAKE THEM USELESS
Your ultimate goal for total protein:
Women @60-70 grams daily
Men @80-90 grams daily
from protein sources & protein supplements as needed
Protein supplementation starts after surgery and is a very important part of your daily intake for at least 8 weeks (sleeve) or 8-9 months (RNY) after surgery
Protein is important for wound-healing, fighting infection, and maintaining good overall health. Not consuming adequate protein during the initial weeks after surgery can also result in hair loss and weakening of your fingernails.
Your post-op goal for protein is @60-90 grams of protein daily (milk, yogurt, and protein supplements combined)
New serving size and frequency
2-4 ounces (1/4 to 1/2 cup) each hour
start with 2 oz and progress up to 4 oz by week 6
Week 2 – 2 oz per hour (1/4 cup)
Week 4 – 3 oz per hour
Week 6 – 4 oz per hour (1/2 cup)
Reminder! Vitamins and calcium
Check with the staff at your surgeon’s office regarding your daily vitamins and calcium supplementation
~@60-90 grams daiy
Most Concentrated (1 oz product + 1 oz water/sugar free beverage = 2 oz serving)
Pro-Stat 64 wild cherry liquid $30 per 32 oz
1 oz provides 15 grams of protein, 64 calories
Liquacel grape, lemonade, or orange liquid $29 for 32 oz
1 oz provides 16 grams protein, 65 calories
Call Carmichaels at 800-570-7263
Week 4
Profect liquid numerous flavors $2.8 per vial, 2.9 oz tube provides 25 grams of protein, 100 calories
Orders can be placed at http://www.protica.com/store or by calling 1-800-PROTICA (1-800-776-8422) or purchased at Wal-mart
Protein Shot @$2 per via – can be found at Wal-Mart
Week 6
Nectar – fruit juice, flavored whey and soy protein
mix 1 scoop with 4 oz water, provides 23 grams protein
add to yogurt, pudding, etc. measure in a container and add to your food/drink throughout the day
numerous flavors – to order call 1-866-333-7403 or go to http://www.si03.com/
Pro Pudding – numerous flavor packets – 25 grams of protein each
One packet with 4-5 oz water
You may add a little bit of crystal light or sugar free kool-aid to flavor it
Can purchase at the Vitamin Shoppe on Youree Drive at 318-797-6376 or vitaminshoppe.com
Broth Plus – protein packed broth – 50 cents/packet, chicken or beef flavors. mix 1 packet with 4 oz of hot water = 10 grams of protein – carmichaels at 800-570-7263
Bariatric Advantage products at http://bariatricadvantage.com or call 800-898-6888 vitamins and powder or liquid protein supplements
No slimfast or any meal replacements – not enough protein and too many calories to justify it – stay away from Boost, SF Boost, Ensure, Glucerna, Adkins Shakes, Slim Fast, etc.)
This list of recommended products is provided for the convenience of the patient and is not intended to be an endorsement of the products
