Does anyone feel lightheaded after eating?

[Kittycat]

I am wondering if everyone else experiences this and what may be causing it?

It doesn't last long, but it's weird.

Thanks Cathy

[fat2nrml]

I got lightheaded when I was on the pre-op diet. I wrote to Dr. Miranda and asked her about it and she said to cut out my AM Slim Fast and substitute an egg and a slice of whole wheat toast. It worked, I never got lightheaded again. She didn't explain why though....

I'd ask your Doc, you must be lacking something. Best wishes and keep us informed, Darlene

[Kittycat]

I was thinking that I might be B12 deficient again or I am not getting enough protein.

I am going to start writing everything down that I eat and the protein grams, so that I can keep track.

I do have unflavoured protein powder to mix into foods as well. I see my surgeon next week, I will ask him.

Thanks Cathy

[iamworthit]

I am wondering if everyone else experiences this and what may be causing it?

It doesn't last long, but it's weird.

Thanks Cathy

I am lightheaded a lot lately. I am only a week out, so I attribute it to that. Also get dizzy from time to time. I often wonder if I am getting 'enough' as well. I average between 400 - 600 calories a day right now. I have been supplementing my protein with protein bullets and Isopure because I was concerned about the low amounts of protein I was getting per day... I wonder if that is it?

[banded4life]

Check with your doctor and let us know what he says!

[fat2nrml]

I am lightheaded a lot lately. I am only a week out, so I attribute it to that. Also get dizzy from time to time. I often wonder if I am getting 'enough' as well. I average between 400 - 600 calories a day right now. I have been supplementing my protein with protein bullets and Isopure because I was concerned about the low amounts of protein I was getting per day... I wonder if that is it?

I don't think you're getting enough calories, definately check with your Doc! Maybe it is the lack of protien, Dr. M didn't specify, she just changed my diet around a little and it helped. I worried I may pass out while driving or something. Let us know how you gals are!! Darlene

[julieburns]

I am wondering if everyone else experiences this and what may be causing it?

It doesn't last long, but it's weird.

Thanks Cathy

Dehydration can cause this. I remember you mentioned you are not drinking much water. Step it up Cathy no matter how you do it get more fluids!! Hope this helps.

[Clynn]

If this doesn't go away soon you should get in touch with your doctor. I'm willing to bet there's lots of things that can cause this and not all of them are nutrition or band related.

[Kittycat]

I have a call into my clinic now...I am thinking it could be my B12 deficiency. I have an rx for injections monthly, but have not had a chance to go, so I have been using the desolvable strips instead, but maybe those aren't enough. Protein could be an issue as well, not enough...but I am doing the best I can for the amount of food I eat????

Thanks everyone for your feedback!

Cathy

[iamworthit]

I have a call into my clinic now...I am thinking it could be my B12 deficiency. I have an rx for injections monthly, but have not had a chance to go, so I have been using the desolvable strips instead, but maybe those aren't enough. Protein could be an issue as well, not enough...but I am doing the best I can for the amount of food I eat????

Thanks everyone for your feedback!

Cathy

I called my doctor today. He called right back. He suspects my dizzyness and lightheaded feeling is a result of too low calories, not enough protein and not drinking enough water. He told me to go up to 1/2 cup of food at meal times - I have been doing 2-3 ounces. Also, he said to shoot for 800 calories a day (right now I am at 400-600). He seems to think this will work, but said he will call back in a couple of days to check. As for protein content, he said to shoot for a minimum of 60-75 grams a day.