Advice on getting in the protein

[Resha 23]

Hi family. I was just sleeved on the 15th of Feb and I'm concerned about getting in my 60 grams of Protein. I can't seem to make myself drink it all. Yesterday was my first day out of the hospital, and now that I'm home, all I wasn't too do is sleep. When I try to stink my Protein Shake, it seems like I can feel it going into my stomach and I just can't drink another drop after that. Please give me some advise on what to do to get in my required daily grams. Thank you

[Torriluv87 300]

I was advised that the most important thing is Water this close out. Protein will happen in time but you CANNOT become dehydrated.
What i did was make up 4oz of Protein Shake and take a small sip every 5 to 10 minutes. Depending on thickness. But i didn't REALLY get into shakes until almost my second week or third week. I had to prioritize. I couldn't focus on protein AND liquid so i made liquids my priority and slowly started adding in more Protein Shakes. But i didn't and still don't have unflavored Protein Powder. That would have helped if i could have had it with my broths.

[orionburn 1,023]

My doc's office sells products from Health Wise. They had a Protein mix for drinks so it was thinner than a shake and were fruit flavors. While I didn't thoroughly enjoy them they were easier to get down some times and they had 15g of Protein per 8 oz of Water. Stuff ain't cheap, but it helped me get through the early stages.

Are you mixing your shakes with milk? I know Water isn't all that appealing to some people, but mixing it that way might make it go down a bit easier. I had to sacrifice protein for water intake the first few days until it got easier to drink my shakes.

[Resha 23]

I've been drinking Premier Protein shakes only because I remember them stressing getting in the Protein to help with healing. It just feels like after a sip, I feel air in my chest and then I can't swallow anymore

[orionburn 1,023]

Walking always seemed to help me. Even if I just stood up for a bit and paced around the room it seemed to help. I've noticed that if I'm sitting on the chair/couch and sit too long after having a shake it doesn't sit well. I'm really trying to get into the habit of getting up immediately for a few minutes after a "meal".

[_Kate_ 2,224]

Soon after surgery I used to mix my Protein powder with 10 oz Water and continually sip it. That way i got the fluids and Protein in. If i have a shake now I just mix it with 4oz of Water.

Congratulations !

Kate

[janarrt 92]

The only Protein I could take was premier. I also got protein from drinking fairlife milk. Hope it helps.... good luck and I promise it will get better

[krazibabigirl 8]

Greek yogurt

[Pam_2-06-2017 375]

Hi. I had surgery on 2/6. I still have trouble getting in all my Protein. Your tummy is very swollen right now so there isn't much room. I really did just sip Water and take my chewable vitamins that first week and was able to get half a Premier Protein shake in most days. By the end of the first week I started feeling more normal. Now I am 11 days out and able to get 45-50g of protein. Almost there:-). It takes time for your new little tummy to heal. I am learning my new hungry and full cues right now. Hunger for me is non-existent.

Congrats on your surgery. I think it gets better with time.

[Christina.Rose 287]

GENEPRO is a tasteless Protein powder that mixes into anything for 30 grams of protein in one tablespoon full. Add the powder into a small beverage twice a day and you will hit the protein mark. For hot liquids, dissolve and mix it in cold before heating or its clumpy.

[About time for me 33]

The thought of another Protein Shake makes me want to vomit! Yea, I am only 3 days into my full liquid diet. I can't wait for pureed!

[Koshamrock 0]

There are several different flavors OR you can add whey Protein power to smoothies, milk, coffee, oatmeal, scones - you name it! I am also fond of costco Steak Strips and Norwegian Salmon slices for pure protein.

[Koshamrock 0]

Sorry - these ideas are when you have had your surgery and progress to the real food stage!

[About time for me 33]

Unfortunately, I am not even close to this point. I can't even have pureed food yet. Once I get back onto food I wont have a problem. Thank you for your suggestions.

[Pam_2-06-2017 375]

Resha how are you doing? Better, I hope?