I'm sure this has been answered and asked a million times but I can't seem to find exactly what I'm looking for. I'm 3 days post op my surgery was Wednesday November 11 and I'm having such a hard time getting in enough liquids and proteins. I am doing pretty good just sipping on water but anything that has a strong flavor (broths, popsicles, protein shakes) I'm having such a hard time consuming. I have the pro stat citrus protein supplement I purchased before surgery and it is just way to strong now. Can anyone give me some tips on getting in more liquid and protein in something a little more appetizing?

I'm having the same issue! Mine was 11/10. Today was a little easier than yesterday and I'm sure it will keep getting easier and easier. But I'm nowhere near the 64 oz total I should be getting in. I'm making sure to sip water throughout the day and get all my vitamins in. Everythings still a bit painful and swollen for me, so should get easier as the swelling goes down. Hang in there.

@@burnettsr921 and @@treblecutie23 Congrats on your new life! What a crazy journey, eh?

The most important issue with only being three days out is staying hydrated and getting in as much Protein as you can. It is not easy but it does get easier. You may have to try different protein powders/pre-made shakes/ drinks to find one you can tolerate. Many people, including myself have found Premier Protein pre-made shakes are tolerable. They can be warmed up, thrown in the freeze, thinned with some Fairlife Milk and have 30 grams of protein in each container.

Check out this Pinterest page and maybe you'll find a recipe or two you can try to help make it easier:

https://www.pinterest.com/eggface/protein-shakes-and-smoothies/

It gets easier, just remember to sip, sip, sip, don't rush it and be patient with yourself.

I have several food allergies so I had to find an alternative to whey Protein. I did Mill based protein which was lactose free. It's called Organic Valley Organic Fuel, they come on vanilla and chocolate. They're ready to drink Protein shakes that have 26g of protein. I purchase them from Whole Foods. They're a lil on the expensive side, but I really have no choice. These shakes are delicious! I use orange vanilla Mio in the vanilla. It tastes like an orange Creamsicle. Mmm! I also purchased sugar free Torani syrups for other flavorings.

Some other members of this site use Protein H20, Isopure, and Syntrax nectar (sp).

My surgeon says if you can drink 4 oz an hour (which is 1 oz every 15 minutes) and you're awake for 12 hours you can get in 48 oz. I began to increase to 5 oz an hour to get in 60 oz. Hope this helps.