Finally got my protein in today!

[waneta35 64]

I'm 6 days post op today and finally was able to get in my daily Protein of 70 grams in. Actually got it 75 It took forever to do it but I was determined to take my time and get it in. Next step is to get all this Water in so far I'm only getting 40 ounces.

[James Marusek 5,244]

Congratulations. It can take a few days for your body to adjust and reach your Protein and Fluid requirements.

[alibye 14]

You and I must be on about the same schedule! I think I might just get all my Protein in today too! Way to go!

[Notinks 91]

@@waneta35 What did you eat to get it in?

[breehuskins 18]

I still haven't gotten any of my Protein. I'm 13 days post op. The powder is nasty. I've been drinking slim fast which have 10 grams but I can only drink half at a time. I'm afraid I'm gonna end up hurting my progress ifvi dint start getting it in. People have given lots of advice but I'm just stuck.

[waneta35 64]

My doctor has me on the pureed stage. I have a egg, Protein Shake, cream of wheat, Tomato Soup, greek yogurt and melted cheese in my Soup. I learned I have to eat this all day long in very small portions. I be eating until 10pm but I get it done after the limitations of the first 2-3 days of no interest. Eating is still a chore for me.v

[waneta35 64]

I still haven't gotten any of my Protein. I'm 13 days post op. The powder is nasty. I've been drinking slim fast which have 10 grams but I can only drink half at a time. I'm afraid I'm gonna end up hurting my progress ifvi dint start getting it in. People have given lots of advice but I'm just stuck.

I understand all my meals are broken in half I switch up all day from eating and drinking. I use a timer to keep it 30 minutes apart.

[breehuskins 18]

That's me, I'm Lucky If I eat twice a day.

[breehuskins 18]

I found out this morning that 1 large egg has 43 grams of protein!!! That's over have my Protein for the day in one meal. I refuse to drink that powder crap!!! Yuk

[angelicHG7 118]

I found out this morning that 1 large egg has 43 grams of protein!!! That's over have my Protein for the day in one meal. I refuse to drink that powder crap!!! Yuk

I'm not sure where you got that info from but it's false.

1 large egg has 6g of Protein.

[waneta35 64]

I found out this morning that 1 large egg has 43 grams of protein!!! That's over have my Protein for the day in one meal. I refuse to drink that powder crap!!! Yuk

One egg is way less protein than that. I use my fitness pal to help make sure I get my daily protein in. You will have to change nutrition settings for what you need.

[breehuskins 18]

Ok I see my mistake now, they were saying 1 large egg is equil to 50 grams, by weight. My bad. But I'm still not drinking that powder. And I can't afford all that other stuff.

[Larly109 19]

The Protein powders can be rough, but they are a must right after surgery. There is a Nutrishop store in my town and they are really good about selling small samples of Protein so you don't get stuck with a huge tub you hate. Try calling around and see if anyone where you live will help you with samples.

Also, once you move to full liquids and purée, it helps A LOT to add a banana to your shake and blend it well. Another idea is to mix flavors - I have caramel pretzel flavored protein which is too sweet by itself, but when I mix it with chocolate it's just right. Several companies also offer unflavored Protein Powder that you can add to your own drinks. I ordered a pound of the Syntrax nectar brand unflavored protein from Amazon for $17.39.

Don't give up! It can take some time and some trial and error to find what works for you.

[angelicHG7 118]

I can't do the powders.... They just don't sit well with my new tummy. I drink pure Protein in the can and it's great.