Need suggestions... Please

[kristiw14 1]

I am 4 days post op. I have tried all the crystal lights. I loved the fruit punch in the beginning but now it seems a bit to sweet. Need Ideas on drinks and what I can eat. I'm been eating broth, Popsicles etc but I just want to taste something. Lol. Any suggestions?? I am trying slowly to get Protein in. Haven't gotten to full amount yet . I am taking all Vitamins. The other thing is I haven't had a bowel movement. Is this normal??

Thank you all

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[KristenLe 5,979]

What is allowed on your plan? Are you on Clear Liquids or full liquids?

The Constipation is common - especially if you're taking any pain pills.

[Valentina 2,642]

Whoa, friend. Take a breath. You will overwhelm yourself. Please, take one task at a time.

If the crystal lights are too sweet, Water them down, +/or add a bit of lemon juice to them.

Try adding Nutritional yeast to your broth. It will not only add Protein, but will had a "crouton" taste. Try making some homemade bone broth---so much better for you and soooo much better tasting.

sugar free ice pops will help with getting your liquids in and the cold wakes up your taste buds a bit.

Unflavored Protein powder may help instead of or in addition to your Protein shakes might help break the over sweetness issue.

There are a great many folks on this site who will be offering you many more suggestions. Take the time to not only read their posts, but try using the ones that fit into your life the best.

Try to relax.

Don't panic.

You got this.

With a little help from your friends (us, here on BP) you'll do great!

Prayers going up for you, Friend.

[kmorri 1,689]

Yes like @@KristenLe said my first question is what phase of your diet are you on? Are you on full liquids yet? If so try some strained creamed Soup or yogurt........if you're still on clear liquid if Crystal Light is too sweet like @@Valentina said Water it down............or better yet, there is always just plan old Water. I also like the Mio water enhancers I don't have a favorite I like a bunch of different ones.

Hang in there and follow your plan.......