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How can I increase my protein intake during the first four weeks post op...?

I'm reading my options in my binder but I can't have too many things yet....any advise would be greatly appreciated thanks!

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  • Try looking for Genepro protein powder. It's tasteless, odorless and one tablespoon has 30 grams of protein. I put it into my yogurt and in milk. I'm onto pureed foods now and it's still a staple in m

  • I use Ispure. It has 60grams per two scoops. I use less liquid with my shakes. I can drink them easier. For two scoops I use 8oz of liquid instead of 12oz. I'm almost 3 weeks post

  • Just an FYI...I read that the body can not absorb large amount of Protein at 1 time 20-30 grams max per serving. 3 meals and 3 Snacks a day, try starting with protein at each serving for all 6 n i

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Unjury has a protein powder that is chicken soup flavored. You could add it to chicken broth.

They have chicken soup flavor. Could be added to broth. :)

Try looking for Genepro protein powder. It's tasteless, odorless and one tablespoon has 30 grams of protein. I put it into my yogurt and in milk. I'm onto pureed foods now and it's still a staple in my receipes. Lots of luck!

I use Ispure. It has 60grams per two scoops. I use less liquid with my shakes. I can drink them easier. For two scoops I use 8oz of liquid instead of 12oz. I'm almost 3 weeks post

I use the unjury unflavored and I add that S#IT to everything. well almost. pudding, yogurt, black Beans, Soups, etc.

Try looking for Genepro protein powder. It's tasteless, odorless and one tablespoon has 30 grams of protein. I put it into my yogurt and in milk. I'm onto pureed foods now and it's still a staple in my receipes. Lots of luck!

I'm going to try it in my yogurt I tryed it my crystal light drink it was not good I have the sample pack

I purchased Unjury unflavored protein powder prior to my surgery. After surgery, I added one scoop to 24 oz of Crystal Light one to two times a day. It's 21 grams of protein. Because of this I was meeting my protein goal of 60 grams post op day #4. Now, 6 1/2 weeks later I am down to 1 scoop a day. It's a lifesaver.

Just an FYI...I read that the body can not absorb large amount of Protein at 1 time 20-30 grams max per serving.

3 meals and 3 Snacks a day, try starting with protein at each serving for all 6 n it helps chip away at the protein and keeps your metabolism up to burn fat.

Besides Protein Powder-some food choices are

Scramble egg whites

Greek yogurt

chicken or Tuna salad ( home made- low fat)

Fat free cheese

Skim Milk

Ground Beef or Turkey

Home made soups with shredded meat

Isopure drinks have 40 grams of protein the grape is my favorite.

I used to hate Greek yogurt then I learned to "tolerate" it. Now, I really don't mind it at all. I have it in some ort of way at every meal. I mix with things to make a sauce for chicken, turkey etc. This has helped keeps the meats really soft and much easier to eat. I was having problems with food getting stuck and coming back up, now, it's not really a problem any more. I always have plain Greek yogurt in the refrigerator. Best of luck!!

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I think if we get the flavorless protein powder we can add it to everything without adding calories

I am on my third week also trying watch fat and calories. I'm trying to eat high protein

Bella nailed it. I use a Fage with sugar free seedless jams. Baby bell cheese and laughing cow.

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