4 oz. of protein drink or have it all??

xercisegirl · July 7, 2011

Should I only be drinking 4oz. of Protein Shake if it's a meal or because it's liquid can I have it all? I have been going over 4 oz. at my meals, will i stretch my pouch already? Only 2 weeks out, down 21 lbs. but need to eat so I'm not hungry!!

decamom · July 8, 2011

It is my understanding that liquids go through the sleeve fairly quickly so you can drink more than 4 oz at a time. food stays in the sleeve longer and so if your doc says 4 oz...you better stick to 4 oz. Your sleeve will let you know if you have 1 bite too many. When I was 2 weeks out I was on liquids anyway and I drank all I wanted (could stand!) to make sure I got the Protein and fluids in.

Living the dream!,

Laura

xercisegirl · July 8, 2011

even if the liquid is like a Soup or something else opaque? I am trying to stick to the 4 oz. but sometimes still feel hungry. I don't want to stretch my sleeve but I do want to make sure my body has all the fuel it needs. I exercise alot. Even at 2 weeks out, I'm back to cardio drills class and even a little running today. So, what do you think, eat a snack or two? Thanks for your help!!!

It is my understanding that liquids go through the sleeve fairly quickly so you can drink more than 4 oz at a time. food stays in the sleeve longer and so if your doc says 4 oz...you better stick to 4 oz. Your sleeve will let you know if you have 1 bite too many. When I was 2 weeks out I was on liquids anyway and I drank all I wanted (could stand!) to make sure I got the Protein and fluids in.

Living the dream!,

Laura