lexa2014 7 Posted December 1, 2014 I'm about to be 6 weeks post-op, I feel I'm struggling with my Water intake, I was wondering if is ok to drink Gatorade. I was thinking is a good idea due to electrolytes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Summer Rain 245 Posted December 1, 2014 My surgeon okayed G2 - half Water and half G2. It helped me get through those first couple of days. Good luck! Summer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BitterSweet* 835 Posted December 1, 2014 I think G2 is awesome. It tastes great and really helps me to keep my Fluid intake up. I dilute it with Water as well, and the electrolytes help with dehydration. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunflowerchild 146 Posted December 1, 2014 I have difficultly getting in enough calories (4 months out) and I cannot tolerate artificial sweeteners. My doc said its fine to drink regular Gatorade which I Water down because otherwise I find it much to sweet. Before when I was just drinking water I found myself getting very lightheaded and low energy, the Gatorade has helped me a lot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lessofmevsg 49 Posted December 1, 2014 I'm 11 weeks post op! Sobe life Water has been a Godsend. Make sure it's zero calorie. The fugi Apple pear is my fave! ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted December 1, 2014 (edited) For the first 3-4 months plain Water and artificial sweeteners both hurt my sleeve. I drank a lot of milk, diluted 100% fruit juice, diluted regular lifewater, diluted pedialyte and diluted Powderade. I still dislike the taste of artificial sweeteners, so I drink regular everything...not sugar free. At least plain water doesn't hurt anymore, so that's usualy what I drink. Edited December 1, 2014 by Kindle Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlanaRN 419 Posted December 1, 2014 Powerade zero is in my clear liquid ok list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lexa2014 7 Posted December 1, 2014 I have difficultly getting in enough calories (4 months out) and I cannot tolerate artificial sweeteners. My doc said its fine to drink regular Gatorade which I Water down because otherwise I find it much to sweet. Before when I was just drinking water I found myself getting very lightheaded and low energy, the Gatorade has helped me a lot. That's exactly how I feel! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lexa2014 7 Posted December 1, 2014 I'm 11 weeks post op! Sobe life Water has been a Godsend. Make sure it's zero calorie. The fugi Apple pear is my fave! ???? I'm going to try it!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pinkbunies 359 Posted December 2, 2014 I'm glad I'm not alone. I too struggle with taking in enough fluids. I try to eat lots of sugar free pop sickles. It helps. I drink G2. I also try to have a cup of OJ in the morning. I will make a tall cup of ice Water and then sip on it all day. I also drink 5 Protein shakes a day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JCP 619 Posted December 2, 2014 Gatorade helps me also. I am 3 months out and still struggle with fluids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lexa2014 7 Posted December 2, 2014 So glad to know I'm not alone you guys are an amazing support THANKS!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites