Now two days post-op and almost 12 hours without hiccups! Todays problem seems to be how to get all the protein in. I am a guy and was told I need 70-80 grams of protein. I have the Isopure and it will give me 40grams if I can drink the whole bottle. With the nothing to drink 30 minutes before a meal, during a meal and 30 minutes after, and the no more than 4 ounces of liquid an hour I don't see how I can do it. Any ideas?"

At this point, don't worry about getting all of your protein in. Concentrate on getting your fluids. It's much more important at this stage to be well hydrated. The protein will come eventually.

I don't think we do the "before and after" meals counting while we're still on liquids. I sip my Protein drinks throughout the day and alternate with other liquids, Jello, ice pops and I'm not waiting time in between one and another.

It does get better. For now concentrate on drinking and staying hydrated. My doc said don't push the protein for a couple of weeks. Work your way up.

It will get easier after some of the swelling goes down to drink the clear fluids. But when you do eat try to eat something with a little protein in it even though you won't be eating much at first.

Don't worry about the 30 min rule while you are on liquids. Just drink Water and your Protein shakes all through out the day. You want to make sure you stay hydrated.

I use Premier Protein I got at costco, You can get at Sam's as well and order online at other places. It is 11 oz. and has 30 grm of protein. You would only have to drink 3 per day to get in your protein.

Things will get better. Hang in there.