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I know it makes me aggravated but I guess I'll just keep drinking fluids and luckily the Walmart brand water flavoring s are sodium free!

now just to get my protein in...ugh

my Dr told me the major issue is dehydration. ...so I'm not going to freak on the sodium and make sure to hydrate

I was just reading today that some of the "stalls" people face after surgery is salt or sodium intake. Ugh...seriously!?!? All we drink is sodium in the drinks, powders ect.

I feel a lot better when I walk. Especially after consuming anything....because it helps move it down. I'd find a little route or a few to take while on breaks and if you're able to go outside, walk around in the sun. Side bends are good and wall push ups to get the arms toned.

Make sure you don't drink too much caffeine, my Dr told me it will dehydrate you in the long run because its a diuretic. I drink one every day, because I need the caffeine but then I drink water w flavoring....have fun on your outing!!!!

I'm right there with you on cooking for a family and you can't eat any of it! It's like a cruel joke, but I ALWAYS say to myself....this isn't forever. I AM WORTH IT! You are too and just remember we're learning moderation. We had this for a better happier healthier life!

Thanks, will have to try those!!!

If you're on a liquid diet still, you should bring a protein drink with you. If you're on a soft diet, ask for (1) egg beater because you won't eat it all. Don't drink and eat, remember no liquids and food together anymore. You must wait 30 min after a meal to drink. If you can't bring your protein, get soup and drink the broth.

Sweats, comfy clothing, slippers because they'll want you to walk, walk, walk! Chapstick, toothbrush, change of undergarments, phone, charger, i brought my ipad and I don't know if your dr does this but I was put in a binder to help hold me in and heal my muscles after the laparoscopic surgery. You'll want to try all the types of Proteins before you commit because some find that they're not tolerant to whey or soy or just flat out can't hack the taste. You don't want to spend a lot of $$$ on something and find yourself stuck with it. Just remember to ask the nurses for suggestions and sip sip SIP...don't be in a hurry to get it down because it WILL hurt if you take a big drink. Good luck and please let us know how you do!!!

Sugar free is 60 cal w water or 150 cal w 8 oz of skim milk and 13 g of protein w milk. If you use reg packet of strawberry, chocolate or vanilla it's 220 cal w skim milk and 13 g of protein.

One last thing, SOY IS CHEAPER for most products. My containers of EAS were $9.95 each

No problem! Walmart carries EAS Soy in chocolate and vanilla...the taste is like night and day!!!! I mix my chocolate with a cup of coffee and have even mixed it with skim milk and ice and blended it. Unjury chicken, chocolate and vanilla are good, but chicken is the best. If you like cinnamon try mixing vanilla soy with cinnamon it's good too.

I used Unjury chicken soup, and Soy protein. Don't buy a container if you don't have to. Also the Atkins shakes aren't bad. I get the chocolate and mocha latte. If you have a local GNC they'll let you try samples of their protein drinks/powders. I don't get the nasty after taste with Soy, also chicken broth, beef broth and sugar free jello helps too. Don't forget cream soups and puddings.

I was having a horrible time with whey Protein and could only keep the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury down...then my nut suggested Soy. Wow, what a difference! I do like the Unjury as it does have better flavor and the vanilla mixed with cinnamon is good, so is the chicken Soup. I just got a small container of EAS chocolate Soy and it's very good! No more nastiness and smell of the other whey shakes. I also don't have the issue of nausea or headaches. If you're not tolerating whey, try soy with Water or skim milk. It's worth it.

Collagen...sorry

Colleen proteins are the worst because they give no real support to cellular function and helping with muscle function. My nut said not to take them because the protein is a poor source and nutritionally they give you no real benefit. I have the book, idiots guide to weight loss surgery and they say the same thing.

You have to order strawberry online...nobody carries it in stores! :-(

I had to do a 14 day Pre op diet and they suggested drinking the Protein drinks and get used to only sipping. I used

I know you're using Optifast, but I use Unjury from my Dr and Soy protein from EAS and GNC and have no more vomiting or headaches. Maybe there is an electrolyte issue or you're not tolerating the type of protein?

That is wonderful! Trust us, it will go by quick. I was the same way, and before I knew it I was in surgery!! I wasn't even nervous the day of surgery... I was pumped and ready to go. :-) many well wishes to you!

Thanks so much, nice to meet you as well! I look forward in getting to know you!

I'm trying to be patient....it's a struggle sometimes but I know long term I'm going to be happy and I'm worth the time!

I had mine done 3/19/13 and at Miami Valley Hospital. Any fellow Ohioans want to be VSG buddies?!