Post Op Food Woes

[TinaKimani 64]

Hey everyone. I'm 3 days post op and was told to start my Protein shakes, creamy Soups, yogurt, etc today. Has anyone else had trouble adjusting so soon? It's hard enough for my to get 4oz of Water down in an hour. How can I get 60-80grams of Protein? I'm still a bit confused on the eating schedule.

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[NurseBec 14]

Do ur best to not get dehydrated and follow all food recommendations. The rest comes with time!

[LadyDarkness415 41]

I get my 60 by drinking 2 premier Protein shakes. Each has a whopping 30 MG of Protein each! They taste great too and come in different flavors. You can get chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry at costco.

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[TinaKimani 64]

How long does it take you to get down the 2 premier Protein shakes?

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[ruthkatniss38 9]

I'm day 4 and definitely not able to handle a shake yet , though I have tried (i had a long hospital stay due to severe nausea). In my case the nurse wants me to focus on hydration, not Protein, for now, but of course, every doctor and patient varies ...

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[Moorekat 78]

Just do the best you can! I could only get about 40 grams of Protein for the first two months or so. It gets easier later to add more in and once you can have more food choices. Just sip slowly. I probably tried to guzzle and that hurt. You learn quick. Hang in there. It gets easier.