VegasMommaof1

My only complaint with this entire thing, I can't take the zinc with copper! Dr has me on lots of vitamins. These are capsule and I stir in soup. It makes me gag!! Trying to see what you guys take for your zinc? Honesty I feel as though I've chewed on a metal pipe all day!!! Any suggestions?

Mine was right on time...to the hour! Strangely....first time in over 3 years....no cramps!!!! I will take that!!!

Great idea! Thanku

Thanks ready! I just did that calculation and it seems pretty close!!! Ty!!

Breakfast: 1/4 cup low sodium v8 & 1/4 cup baby cereal (with lots of cinnamon). Lunch: 1/4 cup broth 1/4 cup v8. Dinner: 1/4 cup puréed soup (butternut squash) & more v8. I'm day 9 post op...this week I'm also getting my first high protein shake.

No solid food for me for 4 weeks here.

How many calories should be consumed post op? Is there a certain number you should reach? Or is calories no longer the question, it's all about protein?

Mine was 8/23 and the chest/lung pain hurt more then surgery! My dr gave me this breathing device that he told me to breathe into 10-15 times every hour. It says "airlife" on it...you breathe in and you must hold the the little blue ball between the indicators your entire breath. He said the gas will make you hurt but breathing exercises makes it feel better. Mine lasted about 3 days. Hope you feel better.

Just realized I posted in fitness and not nutrition! Sorry!!

I'm post op day 9. I'm keeping up with the daily chewable vitamins. The zinc with copper I got is in a capsule form....I take it apart and stir in anything. This is the most disgusting awful taste ever! I feel as though I've chewed on a metal pipe all day! Is there anything else out there that won't do this or am I just a big freak? .

Thanks everyone!

I'm due in a few days (however I'm on the pill too) so I will let you know! My dr said it shouldn't change, but who knows!!!

Hello all. I have a question on protein. I know that we need 60 grams of protein daily. Is there such a thing as getting to much? I'm going on day 8 post surgery and the Isopure drinks (has 40 grams grams of protein) are fantastic! I could sip on 2 all day along with my water. Any ideas if one could get to much protein & the side effects?

Thank u. I think I got it ??? I'm on an iPad too so the description was great! Ty

How can I join this thread? Can't seem to locate the subscribe button? Anyone. Thank you

Is there an Aug 2012 group online? Where can I find it? Ty

Think positive! Think of 09/19 is your new birthday. From what I've learned here....relax, take it easy and one day at a time.

Good job!

Wow! Thank you both for clearing my head. Had this info been given to me prior, I wouldn't have been worried! I will relax & breathe now. thanks again.

Hi Everyone. My name is Dawn and I had my surgery on Thurday Aug 23rd. Prior to the surgery I was down 10 pounds because of the liquid diet. I went in on Thursday was weighed, had the surgery and was released home on Friday afternoon. When I got home, I was 11 pounds heavier! Now, 3 days later...I'm still trying to get to the weight I was at the day of surgery (3 pounds away). I have stuck to the diet like glue, drinking my proteins and my little bit of broth. Am I overreacting to this? I see my Dr on Wed, but I'd like to see if I could get others opinions. While in the hospital, I was connected to an IV drip the entire time and I can remember the bag being changed at least 4 times. Water retention? Help me get my head out of the clouds! Thanks for all your help!

Good luck Amy! Good job!