5 Day Post Opt And Have A Potein Question

[lowe1961 45]

Ok so my instructions they gave me when I can home. Says 4 to 6 oz of Protein 2 to 3 x day. Now I bought a bottle of that muscle milk. And the entire bottle only has 22 gams of protein in it. And If I just use 4 oz 3x a day I am only getting in 22 grams a day. And it says I need to have 60 a day.Am I missing something ?

[Tiffany Talbert Corbet 46]

I was at Wal-Mart last Saturday, and I actually found "New Whey" Protein bullets for $2.49/ea (I think) and you can buy them for $13.99 for 6 (I think). Anyway, they had Grape, Mixed berry and Watermelon. They each have 43g of whey Protein in 3.5 oz. bottles. Just 2 of these would put you well over your minimum of 60 oz. Maybe this will help you get your protein in? I had one the other morning just to get an idea (I haven't been sleeved yet) and I found them a bit over-sweet, so I will more than likely want to mix them with Water, but overall they weren't all that bad. Hope this helps.

[Argnewcan 3]

Did they mention "bullets" to you? I am using the New Whey brand that has 42 grams of Protein per tube aka bullet. I got them at Walmart for about $2.50 each. They are very sweet but I dilute it with 16 ounces of Water. My doctor says one a day is enough.

[Tiffany Talbert Corbet 46]

Holy smokes... great minds think alike!

[misslisa810 33]

What's the nutritional info on these bullets? Carbs, sugar, etc?

[ppatterson 24]

I know right after surgery, 1st week, Clear Liquids without worry about Protein. 2nd week full liquids including cream Soups and Protein Shakes. Goal was 60 grams that week. I would call your NUT. Good luck!

[SLIM12 19]

I love the bullets. They really curb any hunger, not to mention they satisfy 1/2 Protein requirement. Calories - 180; carbs-2; sugars- 0. I'm happy to know they are 2.50 at Walmart .

[mverges 15]

I know right after surgery' date=' 1st week, clear liquids without worry about Protein. 2nd week full liquids including cream Soups and Protein shakes. Goal was 60 grams that week. I would call your NUT. Good luck![/quote']

Yeah, this is what my doc said too. I'm going to find those new Ensure clear liquid things, to try and get a hint of protein, even in the clear phase.