V8

[Inga1018 11]

Has anyone had issues with v8 vegetable juice as part of the liquid diet. Add Protein Powder?

I've seen pretty much everything else listed but not v8.

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[Introversion 1,876]

V8 has added sugar and is sodium-laden. There are reasons it isn't on the majority of 'approved' acceptable liquids lists. 12 ounces of V8 has 15 grams of carbs and 12 grams of sugar.

You'd be better off sticking some carrots, tomatoes and celery inside a juicer.

[MarinaGirl 609]

After surgery the sodium content in V8 is not as big a concern because people are low in sodium and dehydrated. My doctor said it was ok to consume. Since I wasn't drinking much in general I didn't find it a deterrent to weight loss.

[RickM 1,752]

The low sodium version of V8 is the best non Rx supplement for potassium that I have found, which is a good thing as normal OTC supplements don't do much for it and most people on diets these days are averse to carbohydrates which tend to be the best real food sources (potatoes, melons, bananas, etc.) I used it a fair amount during my loss phase, though I never had a substantial liquid phase.

[Inga1018 11]

I have two weeks after surgery on full liquids. I like the way it tastes over flavored waters and popsicles. Add in 25g of Protein. Not concerned with sugar or carbs my first two weeks. Just staying hydrated and getting enough protein. Was asking more about high acid/stomach issues.

Thanks for the input!

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[Berry78 4,261]

The tomatoes are still tearing up my stomach 11 weeks post op. I wasn't allowed them on the liquid phase due to acidity.

Always run dietary questions by your team. Especially the first couple months postop.

[Apple1 2,572]

2 hours ago, Berry78 said:

The tomatoes are still tearing up my stomach 11 weeks post op. I wasn't allowed them on the liquid phase due to acidity.

Always run dietary questions by your team. Especially the first couple months postop.

I was also told to avoid tomatoes due to the acid content. I have only had a minimal amount in the sauce on the ricotta bake, and so far so good.

[pathacker 2]

Yellow tomatoes has less acid