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Hey guys! I was sleeved December 11th! Down 17 pounds :o I'm still struggling with getting all my Protein and Water in. I just don't understand how we're supposed to get down 64 ounces of water PLUS 60-100 gm of protein! I've been working on this 11 ounce Protein Shake for three hours!

I hope everybody is doing well who had surgery and good luck to those who are about to go under!

XOXO

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Hey guys! I was sleeved December 11th! Down 17 pounds :o I'm still struggling with getting all my Protein and Water in. I just don't understand how we're supposed to get down 64 ounces of water PLUS 60-100 gm of protein! I've been working on this 11 ounce Protein Shake for three hours!

I hope everybody is doing well who had surgery and good luck to those who are about to go under!

XOXO

I got one shake and one bottle of water down today. I think it's impossible. My biggest problem is the pain when I drink. It hurts so bad that I can't do it.

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Hey guys! I was sleeved December 11th! Down 17 pounds :o I'm still struggling with getting all my Protein and Water in. I just don't understand how we're supposed to get down 64 ounces of water PLUS 60-100 gm of protein! I've been working on this 11 ounce Protein Shake for three hours!

I hope everybody is doing well who had surgery and good luck to those who are about to go under!

XOXO

My dietitian told me its 64oz of liquid (sugar free, caffeine free, non-carbonated) and that the shakes count as part of the liquid requirement. So ... 3 Protein Shakes count as 24oz of the liquid requirements. That makes it easier. :-)

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I have to break up the Fluid. 2 oz of Protein Shake then 15 minutes later 2 oz of Water. 15 minutes later 2 oz of tea or coffee or Soup them 2 oz of water. Then start over again. I bought high Protein shake powders to reach the 60 to 80 oz requirements.

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My dietitian told me its 64oz of liquid (sugar free, caffeine free, non-carbonated) and that the shakes count as part of the liquid requirement. So ... 3 Protein Shakes count as 24oz of the liquid requirements. That makes it easier. :-)

Same here, I've been told 48oz for women 60 oz for men. I have only been able to do 2 Protein shakes a day totaling 16 oz and an additional 16oz of Clear Liquids. Its night 3 home and I've had 32 oz total for my highest. Its hard but we can do this!

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Still having that intense pain after I swallow right between my boobs. It hurts so so so bad & I get it every time I drink.

that can be from drinking too much at once and/or gas. I still have that feeling also, sucks but my friend is 2 weeks post op and she was just able to get rid of the gas.

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that can be from drinking too much at once and/or gas. I still have that feeling also, sucks but my friend is 2 weeks post op and she was just able to get rid of the gas.

That gives me hope!

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I had the sleeve done on December 17 I was having heartburn and trouble with the pain as well if I switch between Water and the shake seemed to help a lot

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I think it's so interesting how we all have different post op requirements. I was told to drink the Protein in 3 meal per day increments to achieve 60g. Then consume 64 additional oz of liquid for the hydration. I can't imagine how that s possible without stretching the sleeve and without pain.

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My surgery was the 15th of this month. I somehow managed to come through it with flying colors, never needed any pain meds or any nausea meds, really only had a little bit of discomfort at one incision site. well boy am I paying now with Constipation. Please make sure you are all either drinking some Fiber, there are non flavor ones that you can add right to your Water or maybe take a stool softener. Good Luck everyone and Happy Holidays.

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Just doing a check in.. How is everyone doing? I was sleeved the 16th and I am 30lbs down! (Starting firm liquid diet) I hope everyone is well and having a great time :)

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Just doing a check in.. How is everyone doing? I was sleeved the 16th and I am 30lbs down! (Starting firm liquid diet) I hope everyone is well and having a great time :)

I was sleeved on the same date and down 30 as well :) I have 3 more days on the liquid diet, then I get to start blenderized...definitely looking forward to it :)

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