Post op, what should I drink? Are protein shakes considered apart of the diet for the first week? Or is it like just broth?

has your surgeon given you a handbook yet? and have you seen the nut? every surgeon is different but they usually give you a general guideline for post op eating. immediatley after you will be on Clear liquids. i was not allowed anything but Water, Jello and broth until i had my 1 week post op checkup, after that i was told i could move on to full liquids, which then you can start incorprating the Protein shakes i believe. then your diet will continue to progress.

where are you from? where are you having your surgery done? ttys

I would verify with your nutritionist and/or surgeon because everyone's post op diet seems to vary. Protein shakes, broth, Water and sugar-free popsicles were my post-op diet per my surgeon's plan. Some people are on "clears" the first week, but I was just on "liquids only" for 2 weeks before switching to mushies.

Are Protein shakes considered apart of the diet for the first week? Or is it like just broth?

Jls93001

broth, Water, popsicles are what people usually drink the first week

the most important thing is to stay hydrated

you must push yourself to drink, and drink and then drink some more

take slow sips, sllllllow

drinking above liquids the first week and a bit is more important than getting in all your protein

many people /ME - can't tolerate the shakes the first week

tummy can't hold it keep it down

after a while/soon protein will be very important in your new life

the expression is protein first (dense protein like chicken to me is the best because it keeps me full longer)

I can see the determination in your eyes

you will do great

good luck with WLS

speedy recovery

kathy

Jls93001

broth, Water, popsicles are what people usually drink the first week

the most important thing is to stay hydrated

you must push yourself to drink, and drink and then drink some more

take slow sips, sllllllow

drinking above liquids the first week and a bit is more important than getting in all your Protein

many people /ME - can't tolerate the shakes the first week

tummy can't hold it keep it down

after a while/soon protein will be very important in your new life

the expression is protein first (dense protein like chicken to me is the best because it keeps me full longer)

I can see the determination in your eyes

you will do great

good luck with WLS

speedy recovery

kathy

Thank you soooooo much! I've gotten a package for the past 6 months but I can't seem to find the post op sheets lol

Hopeliveshere I am from Baltimore and I will be having it done at GBMC by Dr. Liao on feb 4th. I'll be 21 on January 31st so I'm guessing any drinks are out ? I have 1 last class to take on January 20th where I can ask any last minute questions but I am so anxious to know in advance, so thanks for all of the help and advice

I would verify with your nutritionist and/or surgeon because everyone's post op diet seems to vary. Protein shakes, broth, Water and sugar-free popsicles were my post-op diet per my surgeon's plan. Some people are on "clears" the first week, but I was just on "liquids only" for 2 weeks before switching to mushies.

Same here. I did clear liquids for 2- 3 days after and then full liquids for 2 weeks, pureed foods for a week, soft foods for 2 weeks, then slowly incorporated regular foods.

Hopeliveshere I am from Baltimore and I will be having it done at GBMC by Dr. Liao on feb 4th. I'll be 21 on January 31st so I'm guessing any drinks are out ? I have 1 last class to take on January 20th where I can ask any last minute questions but I am so anxious to know in advance, so thanks for all of the help and advice

oh yes drinks would def be out then also i was advised not to take anything containing ibubrofen. If you want you could PM me anytime and will do my best to help. theres a learning curve to this journey and so many wonderful people have helped me on this site i would love to do the same for someone.

Every surgeon is different. Mine said this about post op diet:

• Weeks 1 & 2 = full liquids (anything you can get through a straw - but don't use straws bec they can increase gas);
• Weeks 3 & 4 = soft foods (anything you can mash with a fork)
• Starting week 5, no more restrictions

My post-op instructions are full liquids beginning Day 1, meaning first day home from the hospital. This includes protein shakes, all the clear liquids, SF jello, yogurt, pudding, etc. I'm one week post-op now, and I've had zero trouble taking in all of my water and required protein. I don't have a check-up until 2 weeks post-op. Beginning week 3, move to puréed and soft foods for 9 weeks (according to provided list of idea foods, but no specific instructions on how to progress through the foods).

Hopeliveshere thank you so so so much!

JeanZ thank you!