Post op one week--protein problems

[Boo_Nikole 12]

It's been a week since surgery. I am not getting enough Protein but I'm forcing down the protein I do get. Give me ideas for phase one and two protein consumption please! I can only intake 3-5 ounces of liquid in at a time.

But I have lost 25 pound total. 13 pre op and 12 so far post op.

[atontor 1,068]

When you get to the Puree stage. I cooked chicken and Beans together in order to get more Protein along with the shakes.

[Boo_Nikole 12]

I also don't like Protein Shakes. But I'm willing to trying different stuff. I can have full liquids next. Does anyone know how flavorless Protein tastes in cream Soups (cream of chicken, celery, mushroom...etc)

[rosepose 105]

I am having very similar problems. I'm supposed to get in 80 grams a day and it's really hard for me to do. I've just ordered the muscle milk pro 50 Protein powder so I can get more Protein in one drink. I'm really sick of Protein drinks though.

[FrankyG 1,450]

You're still really early to worry too much about Protein. At the point you're currently at, you need to concentrate on liquids and calories - Protein is great, but just try to keep your fluids up right now.

Once you hit the puree stage, then you can start packing as much protein in as you can. I can't stand the protein powders (still make me throw up, and I'm just under 7 months out!) but if you can tolerate, get what you can.

Dairy can cause gastric upset/bowel issues, but if you find that you're able to drink milk or eat yogurt, look for high protein versions. I am lucky as I live in an area (Texas) which has HEB grocery, and they have a product called mootopia (love that name) with lower lactaid and twice the protein of regular milk, so it has become my go-to for getting fast protein in a small cup.

[kiks 58]

I found the flavorless Unjury to be good. I can put that in anything i eat or drink. Problem is when i put in broth it does not completely dissolve so i have Chunks of Protein in my broth. Its 21g a scoop. Out taste wonderful I lemon crystal light. I sometimes will juice oranges and add the protein to it... So far been able to get it down no worries..sorry you having a hard time.

[Bufflehead 6,358]

Yes for adding most Protein to hot liquids such as broth or Soup, you need to use a food thermometer and make sure the liquid is under 130 degrees or it will clump and curdle. There are some special protein Soups you can buy that are specially formulated to mix with hot (not boiling but just under boiling is fine) liquid, Those might be a good option for you too.

http://www.nashuanutrition.com/store/hot-soups/

I used the HealthSmart brand. I thought the ones with Pasta were disgusting but the other ones were good.

Another option for you might be the Unjury chicken soup protein -- it is good, but it is one of those that you have to watch the temperature, if it is too hot it will clump.