legallyKristin 0 Posted March 15, 2006 Quick question. I was supposed to start full liquids today, although I really started like 4 days ago because I've been way too active to stick to Clear Liquids. I've tolerated everything very well. I'm wondering now if I can have use fresh strawberries and blueberries with a bit of Protein Powder to make a fruit smoothie. Or would that be pushing it?? TIA! Kristin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dianechef 3 Posted March 15, 2006 I would steer clear of milk products until you doctor tell you it's okay. I was told that it takes more work for your stomach to digest it & your stomach isn't quite ready for that. I don't know about the fruit. Remember, you're healing right now!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legallyKristin 0 Posted March 15, 2006 Well, my doctor says that 2 Protein shakes (milk based) per day were ok. So that's not a problem and I've been tolerating them well. I guess my real question is would a blended fruit smoothie count as a liquid or a mushy? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MyKdsDad 1 Posted March 15, 2006 Kristen, I know that MsJoy had problems with the strawberries (she tried them too early). But a smoothie with some bananas, crushed ice, splenda and maybe a little yogurt would be great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sunta 5 Posted March 15, 2006 My doctor said anything I could get through a straw was ok and he would consider it a liquid. I asked him specifically if I could blend up fruit and he said yes. He also said that if I want to blend meat and veggies in a Soup and thin it out enough to get it through a straw, that would be fine. The best thing is to call your doctor's office and ask what he/she recommends. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhotoNut 7 Posted March 15, 2006 I think if you blend it until there are no chunks you should be fine. I tried this with a frozen fruit mix and couldn't drink it becuase of all the seeds (raspberries, strawberries, etc). If you go with something that will truly be smooth as the milk when blended you should be fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legallyKristin 0 Posted March 15, 2006 Thanks so much! I think that the "straw rule" will help me figure things out a bit more. I'm getting bored with Protein Shakes, so I'm getting a little creative now. I just don't want to do anything to hurt myself or my new "friend"! Kristin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhotoNut 7 Posted March 15, 2006 Speaking of straws.. I was told never to drink from one. It's just a guide for consitancy of the food.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Valentinebaby 0 Posted March 15, 2006 I was told not to drink from a straw because it might umm:paranoid increase the gas problem.But I tried using flat diet soda in fruit flavors to change up a bit and they are really good tonight I am gonna mix in a little strawberry/banana yogurt and milk with the Protein and see how it works Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
guile 0 Posted March 17, 2006 One question I have is if the smoothie is pretty much liquid and melts in your mouth can you drink a 20 or 32 oz smoothie in 20-30 minutes? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
legallyKristin 0 Posted March 17, 2006 That's a lot of ounces according to my nutritionist. I was told to stick to about 8 oz. Kristin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
guile 0 Posted March 17, 2006 yeah but when you consider you really don't have alot of restriction when it comes to fluids it pretty much passes right through. I would be concerned about stretching the pouch if the Fluid stayed in it for a while but it doesn't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
