I am almost 4 weeks post-op and I haven't started taking the vitamins yet because I can't afford them. Can anyone tell me through consequences. Also I was told that protein shakes can't be used but I have read the some of you do, is there a cretain reason why I shouldn't. Everything I eat or drink anything my stomach hurts any suggestions. All I have eaten is mashed potatoes, applesauce, sugar free pudding, cottage cheese aND just started a slice of toast and crumbled sausage. Just a very small amount at a time, is this normal. Sorry for all of the questions. Thanks everyone.