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I'm starting to regret going home a day early and I'm freaking out. I can't drink my Premier Protein shakes at ALL.

Just one sip of them makes me want to vomit. I liked the taste of them before! What's my problem now? Not only that but, I'm struggling with drinking Water. I was able to eat half of a strawberry Jello cup but that's it's today.

I need advice.. ????

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It is very common for your taste buds to change after surgery. They may go back to normal over time or not.

When I went to my surgeon for my 1 week post-op check up I was really struggling to get even one shake down a day. I am 7 weeks out and still struggle with getting 60-70 grams of Protein each day. I get close on my Water requirements but even that is hard.

Water is you number one priority now, sip, sip, sip. Try water at different temperatures, I prefer very cold but others prefer room temp.

If you get dehydrated you will experience even more nausea. Watch out for signs of dehydration like dark urine.

As far as the Protein I don't know what to tell you. I tried a hundred different kinds of shakes and they are all gross to me. I could get one down a day those first few weeks if I sipped a little several times a day. I also had a yogurt each day.

It will get better over time but I took me a long time to feel better. Most people seem to be great after a few days. I don't get it at all.

If you really get concerned call your surgeon. Many people have success adding Protein powder to pudding, etc. The fruity Protein Shakes are easier for some to get down. Just keep trying everything.

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Thank you so much for your reply. I'm a worrier by nature and I feel as if I'm already failing at this life change by not consuming the Protein shakes. I'll see about ordering the Protein powder.< /p>

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The unflavored protein powder is fantastic. You can add it to broth, Soups, yogurt and so many other things. You can also add it to your drinks... Powerade Zero, Crystal Light, etc. I had some in my Decaf iced tea today and in my decaf coffee. I encourage you to get the protein powder especially if you aren't able to do the Protein Shakes. Lots of protein powders out there. I use unjury and I like it a lot.

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I'm starting to regret going home a day early and I'm freaking out. I can't drink my premier Protein shakes at ALL.

Just one sip of them makes me want to vomit. I liked the taste of them before! What's my problem now? Not only that but, I'm struggling with drinking Water. I was able to eat half of a strawberry Jello cup but that's it's today.

I need advice.. ????

Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App

You probably still have swelling and Water feels like a brick. Also it could be built up gas from surgery. Try different types of water. I am 15 days post op and drink smart water. You can also try mio drops, it will break up the density. Everyday really does get better trust me. If u are parched u can try sugar free popsicles. As far as Protein , try different types. I am sick of all of the sweet protein shakes.. I have yet to find one i like. Good luck!

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