Pre op diet concern for post op patients

[kell778 46]

Hi all

Has anyone else had the pre-op Protein Shakes and then tummy issues? I am two days pre-op and my tummy is just not getting used to the shakes. My stomach doesn't hurt at all but I hear constant grumbling (not hunger) like bubbles in my upper tummy underneath my left rib. I am not having any problem having a bowel movement but very soft. Sorry, TMI. Lol. Any help is appreciated!!!

[TXMissy 211]

There are so many factors, what shake are you using, what are you mixing it with? Preop was hard and it changed the sounds my stomach made. I burped a lot. Not sure why. I'm was worth it though.

[kell778 46]

Thx missy!! My dr gave me all of my pre op stuff (shaker, Protein mix). I use muscle milk powder with skim milk.

[Daisee68 2,493]

You might try an almond or soy milk? Sometimes that helps. Otherwise, yea, your stomach does gurgle a lot. Just wait until after surgery! Totally worth it though! I drank a lot of broth - especially Swanson's Tortilla Soup broth. It was WONDERFUL but a little spicy and I had to back off of it after drinking so much of it for 4 or 5 days. sugar free Popsicles help too. Hang in there! You can do this!

[kell778 46]

Thank you so much! It doesn't bother me too much. I just don't want dr to say something is wrong and my surgery is put off !

[Daisee68 2,493]

@@kell778 - If your dr gave you a choice to use other Protein drinks, you might check out the Premier Protein ready made shakes. They taste pretty good - both chocolate and vanilla. It's about 11 ounces and 30 g of Protein. I have powders and like them as well but find myself going back to the Premier quite often (drinking one now in fact ). helps in getting your protein post-surgery too AND I have been adding Salted Caramel sugar free Syrup made by Torani into the vanilla shake and yummy!!

[SkinnyDown 409]

I used Lactaid milk. I didn't have any issues with gas, diarrhea or anything Pre-op. I had to use 2% milk, because I needed the extra fatty acids. I was told. I am still supposed to use 2% milk if I do Protein shakes now. I had issues with regular milk pre-op, but not other dairy products. Remains the same after surgery.

[TXMissy 211]

I used unsweetened almond milk as well. If you have the option, definitely try premiere shakes. They are really good. I love the strawberry crime one personally. I was on Bariatric Advantage preop. They are so great and boy did I struggle. Once you get through the surgery you realize and appreciate the challenge!! Good luck!

[kell778 46]

Thank you south for your ideas and advice! So close to surgery that I don't know if I will try them now but def post op!! Thx again!!

*so much, not south. Lol