Gabi 6 Posted March 8, 2013 I was sleeved on 2/26. I don't really like my Protein Drinks but i read here where orange juice and vanilla protien mix was tasty, and it is. I've been having about 4 ounces of orange juice each day, mixed with protien powder. (I use half the liquid so that I can get it all down. Getting 8 ounces 3 or 4 times a day was not going to happen.) Today at work a colleague who was sleeved in July by another doctor in a different state saw me drinking orange juice. She told me she was warned not to have orange juice or any acidic drinks for 3 months because it could dissolve where the stomach has been seamed together, or something like that. Has anyone else been told this. I'm a little worried about what harm I might have done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O.T.R. sleever 3,386 Posted March 8, 2013 I was sleeved on 2/26. I don't really like my Protein drinks but i read here where orange juice and vanilla protien mix was tasty' date=' and it is. I've been having about 4 ounces of orange juice each day, mixed with protien powder. (I use half the liquid so that I can get it all down. Getting 8 ounces 3 or 4 times a day was not going to happen.) Today at work a colleague who was sleeved in July by another doctor in a different state saw me drinking orange juice. She told me she was warned not to have orange juice or any acidic drinks for 3 months because it could dissolve where the stomach has been seamed together, or something like that. Has anyone else been told this. I'm a little worried about what harm I might have done.[/quote'] OJ is very high in sugar, and it's consumption should be closely monitored, that being said, have you tried Trop50 yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Threetimesacharm 1,400 Posted March 8, 2013 Yes orange juice is very acidic. I wouldn't have it. Try adding orange flavouring to your shakes instead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SleeveNZ 219 Posted March 8, 2013 I was allowed it provided I watered it down 1 part to 5 parts Water.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VSGJean 68 Posted March 8, 2013 I started carving oranges about 8 weeks after my surgery and I eat them. Earlier this week I had a head cold and need OJ and drank some. I'm 24 weeks out from surgery. I haven't heard anything about the acid eating away your stomach, but call your doctor and found out what he thinks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
atPeace55 71 Posted March 8, 2013 Everything in moderation, I have a nutribullet and I use two fresh oranges in some of my drinks (I add Water as well). But I would consult your Nutrition/Nurse Practioner/Surgeon to be sure. Caffeine is not good for you as sleevers either but I don't drink them everyday either. If I do have a soda or orange juice I dillute with Water. Please not that I am by no means advocating for you to do so it is just what I do and it works for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prettylittleheart 95 Posted March 8, 2013 Crystal Light has a "Sunrise Orange" flavor that tastes very similar to OJ. Not sure if you've tried it, but it might give you the same satisfaction without the worry of causing harm/complications. Also, every Dr. Is different with guidelines - you might just want to call & touch base with the nutritionist or Dr. Good luck! Protein Shakes are yuckies for me, too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mastiff_mama 171 Posted March 8, 2013 Orange juice may be bad for you stomach but I doubt it will erode titanium staples. Calories and carbs are a going to be a huge issue losing weight Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alamoloser 70 Posted March 10, 2013 I too was enjoying a glass of orange juice every morning for awhile until I met with my NUT and she gave me the lecture on the carbs associated with orange juice. My feeling is this, is has some good benefits to it and its a good start to a day at work. Before I would drink 2 or 3 cups of coffee so I'm gonna enjoy my OJ and not feel guilty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lessofmeismore 1,405 Posted March 10, 2013 I drink it daily.. I do drink the low sugar kind Trop50 is good. It helps to prevent kidney stones Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrissyP 10 Posted March 12, 2013 I started drinking Crystal Light Sunrise Classic Orange. It tastes just like orange juice to me. The only drawback is it's hard to find and I'm addicted to it. I usually order it off Amazon since it's so hard to find. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites