Can't get protein shake down !

[christinah 14]

It's my 3rd day after surgery. I had it Monday 9/19. I can hardly finish one shake everyday and my dietitian wants 3-4 to be drank a day. (Also I'm a little drowsy writing this, excuse any grammar mistakes)

Is this normal or do I just need to force it down? Thank you

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[LisaMergs 2,857]

Just sip tiny bits at a time- like a medicine cup worth. That's about 2 tbs. total. May take you a few sips with breaks in between to get it. You're still recovering, and little by little you will be able to drink more at once. These first 4-5 days are the hardest. Just be careful not to dehydrate. Also, try some chicken broth. Warm stuff felt really good in my pouch immediately post op.

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[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

You could be temperature sensitive.

Try warm broth, if that works. Try warm broth with unflavored Protein powder added. Just heat the broth first, make sure it isn't too hot and whisk the unflavored Protein in slowly.

[Browneyedgirl41 176]

I couldn't do it either. 3 shakes a day? I thought it was completely ridiculous. Just do the best you can. Sip, sip, sip.

[christinah 14]

Thank you all! Getting better at it

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[rolosmom7 740]

Thank you all! Getting better at it

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3 shakes at that stage is simply just too much. I second the hot shakes. I take my milk frother, 8oz nonfat milk and a chocolate or caramel scoop of Protein. It becomes a latte. When I go back to work next week, I will add some coffee. My sleeve is much happier with hot liquid. Best of luck.

[Sai 785]

Several different types of Proteins out there, maybe switch to plant Protein or another type that will go with your current tummy?

[mcnaira44 2]

Sip Sip Sip I didn't start shakes til day 5 with cream Soups. Just remember to Sip and it'll work

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