henderm

i'm having my surgery monday, but i've had a terrible time while on the protein shakes these 2 weeks--'tearing up' my intestines! (between 12 & 20/day--ugh) i've tried different brands, (dr's office says sometimes it's the sugar alcohols in some) Today i thought it might be a milk intolerance (since i rarely dirnk milk) so i bought some almond milk today. but it's practically pointless, since i'm on clear liquids tomorrow! I'll be glad when the shakes are over. good luck with your 'issues'. sorry mine is not related to yours, but i just had to vent.

My nutritionist and dr have said to begin eating soft foods (high in protein, low in carbs) on the 3rd & 4th day after surgery; and high-prot, lo-carb regular food beginning the 5th day--chew chew chew, tiny tiny bites, and put fork down. my surgery is Mon.

Surgery Mon--8/27/12--looking for encouragement! 60 yo & eagerly anticipating my future! i gained wt in my 40s after a severe ankle break & divorce. Well, i'm finally getting my life back on track & anticipating good things. I have a granddaughter entering college today and a 9 mon old grandson whom i want to be able play with. It's my time and my new beginning.