Post OP Protein

[Be_pretty_epic 69]

Im having surgery next week. post op what did you take in? What was the best high Protein you could keep down? and Pureeds... and recipes or anything you'd like to share? Ive been having a hard time finding puree recipes with high protein. Oh yeah what yogurt do you recommend? There are so many kinds! Brands, flavors, anything food related post opt- Id love some new options besides what I have seen posted! Thanks everyone!

[beachgurl84 456]

I swear by Nature's Best Isopure RTD drinks with 40 G Protein. It's lactose & gluten free, easier on the stomach than shakes, and not as sweet. Trust me, you'll get sick of the artificial sweeteners in a lot of the shakes so have an alternative on hand.

Good Luck!

[bikrchk 1,313]

I found that post-op it was a little easier to get down a Water mix or clear product. Isopure makes a clear bottled product and Syntrax nectar makes multiple Water mix flavors. Plus with the fruity flavors you can spike with lemon juice to cut the sweetness. I generally picked a Greek yogurt with the highest Protein content and lowest sugar content I could find. BEST site for post op food ideas is http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/. Have a look over there.

[YourFriendJess 34]

I was on Clear liquids for the first two days post op. I was able to take in very little at first. Isopure drinks found at GNC have a lot of Protein, however, I could not stand the taste. broth went down easy for me. As I transitioned to puree, I recommend refried Beans and I was allowed mashed potatoes with Protein powder mixed in.

I LOVE powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein Powder. It comes in several flavors. And as far as yogurt, I just finished a Dannon light and fit greek yogurt in Boston cream pie. To me, these are just the right size. Greek yogurt has more than double the Protein content than regular yogurt. You can't beat 80 calories and 12g protein and 9 carbs.

You may find that your taste has changed once post op. Some things that I liked pre op I no longer like/crave.

Hope this helps some!

Jessica