lucclu81 21 Posted July 28, 2014 I'm on day 4 post-op I'm having problems with my Protein intake I drink the Isopure because it's 40 grams of protein in a bottle....try freezing it like a Popsicle.....Or after every sip of Isopure, sip on Water. I walked for 5 mins today too. I'm feeling good....I shoved a box with my foot last night n that made my tummy hurt but I got some rest n I feel wayyyy better....just remember you're in a baby stage eat well in our case drink, sleep n sh*t(sorry for being crude). Stay hydrated....we got this!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ania40 7 Posted July 28, 2014 Wow, you're in a purée stage? I can only drink liquids. I have an appt on Wednesday and hopefully she will take the drain out and advances me to purée foods. I'm missing food. I'm waking all the way . Actually working from home, taking care of 2 kids. I'll try too freeze those Isopure Proteins maybe it will work Thanks and feel better Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jersrose43 837 Posted July 28, 2014 I'm on day 4 post-op I'm having problems with my Protein intake I drink the Isopure because it's 40 grams of Protein in a bottle....try freezing it like a Popsicle.....Or after every sip of Isopure, sip on Water. I walked for 5 mins today too. I'm feeling good....I shoved a box with my foot last night n that made my tummy hurt but I got some rest n I feel wayyyy better....just remember you're in a baby stage eat well in our case drink, sleep n sh*t(sorry for being crude). Stay hydrated....we got this!! What an awesome idea. Freeze the stinkers Isopure is definitely gross Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lucclu81 21 Posted July 28, 2014 Wow, you're in a purée stage? I can only drink liquids. I have an appt on Wednesday and hopefully she will take the drain out and advances me to purée foods. I'm missing food. I'm waking all the way . Actually working from home, taking care of 2 kids. <br> I'll try too freeze those Isopure Proteins maybe it will work<br> Thanks and feel better No I'm not on puréed stage I'm on liquids still. My reference to babies is that WE are babies, we shouldn't be trying to do too much besides drink, sleep n poop...n take little walks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lucclu81 21 Posted July 28, 2014 I'm on day 4 post-op I'm having problems with my Protein intake I drink the Isopure because it's 40 grams of Protein in a bottle....try freezing it like a Popsicle.....Or after every sip of Isopure, sip on Water. I walked for 5 mins today too. I'm feeling good....I shoved a box with my foot last night n that made my tummy hurt but I got some rest n I feel wayyyy better....just remember you're in a baby stage eat well in our case drink, sleep n sh*t(sorry for being crude). Stay hydrated....we got this!! What an awesome idea. Freeze the stinkers Isopure is definitely gross Yes Isopure is gross....I also find if u shake it vigorously after every sip it makes it a but bit more palpable....not sure of it's all in my head but it works for me. So I drink one Isopure in the day n Premier Protein at night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
friejenn 42 Posted July 29, 2014 So has anyone with Cigna been approved with a BMI of 40 and no co-morbidity ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ania40 7 Posted July 29, 2014 I had BMI 41 and no co-morbidity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goddardgo 90 Posted July 29, 2014 Yes, I was just at the 40 and was approved. They require a 40 so as long as you are thier, you're good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
friejenn 42 Posted July 29, 2014 Thanks! So do they go off your initial consult weigh in or your last weigh in with the nutritionist? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ania40 7 Posted July 29, 2014 They go off of your initial weight, so even if you loose some weight that's ok, they want to see that too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ania40 7 Posted July 29, 2014 I have a big problem. I can't tolerate Protein Shakes since surgery. They are so sweet for me that it makes me sick. I don't even have 10g daily . I know it's bad for me but I can't. I tried different ones and tried freezing it. Not working. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jersrose43 837 Posted July 30, 2014 I have a big problem. I can't tolerate Protein Shakes since surgery. They are so sweet for me that it makes me sick. I don't even have 10g daily . I know it's bad for me but I can't. I tried different ones and tried freezing it. Not working. Ditto. Nasty stuff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ania40 7 Posted July 30, 2014 I have dr. Appt today, if she allows me to have some food, I will buy that Protein Powder unflavored and I will add that to the food to bust my intake because I will not go far on 10g a day. I'm so blah right now, have no energy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lucclu81 21 Posted July 30, 2014 I add Decaf coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg n almond essence to my Premier Protein vanilla shake....makes it much more palatable Share this post Link to post Share on other sites