I'm not sure if this is something that is connected to the EDS, or if this is a completely separate health problem, but apparently, every once in a while my body has problems with absorbing certain vitamins, and nutrients. This time around it seems to be protein. I'm finding myself in a position (and not for the first time, or for lack of eating) severely malnourished when it comes to protein. My doctor wants me to eat a high protein diet for the time being, so that I can hopefully pull my body back out from the deficiency. He's told me he wants me to work up to eating 400 grams of protein over the next week (adding a little more each day to give my body time to adjust.) I'm supposed to stay at 400g for 3-4 weeks, and then we will reevaluate the situation.
I know that gastrointestinal issues go hand in hand with EDS, but I just cant be sure that there is a link here, and this whole situation is pretty frustrating. Since there is no way in the world I would physically be able to eat 400 grams worth of protein without stuffing myself to the point of... well.... it wouldn't be pretty, I'm on mostly a liquid protein supplement diet which is just no fun at all.
I cant afford to be protein deficient ever, because of the EDS, my muscles are all I really have to rely on to hold my body together, and right now I need to be working on strengthening them, not making them weaker from lack of protein.
I've gotten some great tips on how to make these horrible protein shakes taste significantly better, but if anyone is interested in messaging me and giving me more, I would be happy to hear from you!!
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