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I'll be having my surgery in November (still waiting on final date)! What are the must have items to put on the shopping list for after surgery? What's your favorite Protein Shakes? My Nut told us to use powder and mix with milk....do any of you do that?

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I wouldnt suggest stocking up. Purchase what you need as you need it. Your diet will change many times over the first month to six weeks. You really dont need to worry about Protein shakes. Instead make sure you get your Water in. For me protien shake were a thing of the past after surgery. After the first couple of weeks I could get the 60 gr of protien in eating real food. shakes in my opinion are nothng but liquid calories. However, some on this site feel differently. Greek yogurt will become your best friend.

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I'm so glad you posted this question. My surgery is November 3rd and although I've seen a NUT, I still was wondering the same thing.

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I have a list I typed up I will share.

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Well I cant see how to add an attachment. Sorry. This website is not very user friendly. I have tons of documents but cannot figure out how to add an attachment:(

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Can you take a screenshot and post as a picture?

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I did stock up on Protein drinks. I'm 3 weeks post-op and still drink 2 per day, however, last night I picked up the variety pack of Protein Bars by Premier (same brand of Protein Drink I use) and each bar is also 30 grams. I am just starting to add foods other than yogurt and cottage cheese. Today I'm having a little egg salad (homemade, 2 mashed hard boiled eggs and about 1 tbls light mayo). I still find it easier to drink than eat, so it takes awhile to eat anything.

I also stocked up on chicken broth (in cube form or canned), sugar free Jello and sugar free popsicles. All go towards your 64 oz of Water as well, so they're good to keep on hand. Oh, and don't forget caffeine free herbal tea if you're a tea drinker.

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@NavyMom2006 what type of tea u drink u using. Tryin to find some w/o lemon

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I do use almond milk with the Protein shakes, 4oz of Water to 4oz of milk with the shake. Makes it more tolerable for me and adds some taste to it. Currently using Bariatric Advantage, Lean shake and Herbalife all in different flavors so I don't get too bored.

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Well I cant see how to add an attachment. Sorry. This website is not very user friendly. I have tons of documents but cannot figure out how to add an attachment:(

I found it under the 'more reply options'. Would love to see the attachments!!

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Awesome! Thanks I didn't see it on my phone app but do see it on the iPad. I will upload the attachments tomorrow from work:) if you want anything else just let me know. We have a whole binder of pre op diet, post op diet, Vitamins, supplements recommended Proteins etc

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Thanks y'all! I'm compiling a list and getting ready! I am at work and just had a missed call and voicemail from Drs office. I'm sure hoping it's the call with the surgery date!

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Yes it was a date! Nov 24!!!!

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Propel fitness Water

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