Hi y'all,

I am getting banded on January 8th and I have a question about V-8 juice. Is this appropriate for the liquid stage? I like it but I don't know if it's too "heavy" a liquid for this stage. Also, could it be used eventually as a way of getting veggy nutrition if I drink it before starting to eat?

Thanks for your thoughts,

Susan

You will not have any problem with V-8 juice. The instructions are to sip (very little amounts) into your mouth. Swish the juice around your mouth and enjoy the flavor while it warms up. Then let it slide down, slow, small amounts. It my help if you pretend what you are eating and drinking is the most costly thing you have ever had. Savor it.

I sometimes heat up the V-8 in the micrawave and drink it with a spoon as a soup.

Great Idea

Hey, I forgot about V8 juice! I need to go get me some tomorrow. Let's add this one to our liquid list. And they sell a spicy one too!!!

YUMMMMMYYYYY

i've just tried the V8 Splash (berry blend) and it is simply amazing ... i LOVE it!! i have not tried the diet yet though. any reviews on that?

I really like V-8, but I didn't drink it right away after surgery becasue it's very acidic. I try to have it everyday to help get my veggies in. It does have a lot of sodium though...

Anyone tried the spicy V8? I am salivating just thinking about it! I am also going to go buy some Campbells split pea soup!!! MMMMMMM

My doctor said it was appropriate for just after surgery (he goes straight to full liquids, no clear liquid phase). Even the spicy one. The point is to not make the stomach churn, not to avoid flavor.

As with anything on this forum, if your doc's advise differs, of course go with that. Otherwise, enjoy!