Getting In Enough Protein?

[MsDebi 6]

I am about 1 week post op and having a hard time getting in all my Protein and Water. All suggestions and comments welcome!!!!

[MegInNOLA 531]

Debi, my advice is do what you can and don't worry. This early out, focus on hydration and let your body heal. Take Protein when you can, in whatever form is tolerable for your body. You'll find you can do more in just a bit, but just get in as much Fluid as you can now. Congratulations for joining the losers' bench!

[Dooter 1,457]

Ya, the first week, they don't really expect you to meet any Protein requirements. The focus is on liquid intake. Isopure makes a clear Protein Drink (fruit flavors) that GNC sells if that would help any. Not TOO tasty, but does the job. Don't stress about it this early. All you can do is what you can do, right?

[Sunshine Girl 6]

Whoooo! The first week is so rough. I got a staph infection so I was in the hospital & now I'm really glad I was b/c at 4 weeks out I still have a hard time getting in all my fluids. Take it easy, do what you can & be proud of yourself for what you can do.

[MsDebi 6]

Thanks All!

I was getting a bit nervous cuz I'm worrying too much about the Protein and when I should stop drinking to get ready to eat and blah blah... I would just so much rather drink Water or crystal lite than try to get down any protein.... But, It's all worth it

[Nomadgirl 37]

Hi! I am just over a week out and I am in the same boat. I can't stand Protein Drinks, Isopure is tolerable most the time if I force it. It is comforting to know I am not the only one. :-)

[gramaof4 58]

I am with ya on the isopure....wow I bought 2 cases of the stuff...and wow it is rough to get down...not that I puke it but the taste...you must force it down. I am 14 days post opt today and I have tried a few other things at this stage of the game....blended cottage cheese...1/4 cup at a time (6.5 g protein) it is easy going down and fills the need to eat because it has some texture in your mouth. cor meal mush too again small amounts and it allows your tummy fullness and your brain gets a texture in your mouth fix...

[MsDebi 6]

I have found one product that I really really like. It's by ProDiet and it is not a powder but more like a Syrup to add to Water. I've only tried the Tropical Punch, (I add a packet of Splenda), and it tates like Tropical Punch Koolaid. It's a bit pricey (as most of these products are) but I feel like it is worth it since it tastes good. Seven packets come in a box, and the box runs from 6.99 to 8.99. There are 15 grams of Protein in each packet and you add it to 5-10 oz of water. I add 2 packs to 10 oz of water with 2 packs of Splenda. Thirty easy to drink grams of protein! I got mine from Amazon.com. Hope it helps!