Weakness...

[jccanada 314]

Hi guys, I just had surgery on the 20th. I'm down 20th pounds in these 6 days. I'm REALLY struggling with getting fluids/protein/vitamins in. The chewable stuff they gave me... make want to gag from the chalky texture. I haven't been getting them down. I burp tree flavor all day once I take them. Today, im.jist really weak feeling. Last night my shower was a chore. My heart rate increases from it, to keep my hands up to wash my hair was very difficult. Today, very time I get up and around to do anything... including my walking, my pulse goes up to or over 100, from the normal I'm the 60s.

Is anyone else experiencing this? I am considering using a spoon of Greek yogurt to crush my Vitamins in to swallow. I'm scared.

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[ReneK 107]

Try to relax. At this point, liquids are the most important thing. You have to stay hydrated. The rest of it will come with time. As far as the Vitamins, the really chalky ones are usually the Calcium citrate. I tried a half dozen different things before I got something I could handle. I use these: http://www.amazon.com/Rainbow-Light-Wellness-Calcium-Citrate/dp/B0127WS6H2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00

[jccanada 314]

Try to relax. At this point, liquids are the most important thing. You have to stay hydrated. The rest of it will come with time. As far as the Vitamins, the really chalky ones are usually the calcium citrate. I tried a half dozen different things before I got something I could handle. I use these: http://www.amazon.com/Rainbow-Light-Wellness-Calcium-Citrate/dp/B0127WS6H2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00

Gummies would probably be the best solution period. The doctors office told me I "have" to use their brands. I can see from all the varieties people use, that's not really true. I may have to try this, soon. Thanks!

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[KristenLe 5,980]

Hydrate - that's most important! Also - are you on any blood pressure meds? If so - they may need to be changed.

[jccanada 314]

Hydrate - that's most important! Also - are you on any blood pressure meds? If so - they may need to be changed.

No I am not on any medications. I figure I'm probably not getting enough fluids. Possibly nutrients as well. I seriously want to puke over the ones they gave me. So nasty!

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[KristenLe 5,980]

Try sugar free popsicles, sugar free Jello, broth...they should help getting more fluids. 20lbs is amazing in 6 days! Congrats!

[jccanada 314]

Thanks. They told me I can have Popsicles yet. I think I'm going to try though. broth, I'm completely turned off by. I have some powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury brand chicken Soup, that I made with broth when I got home. It was okay until I fell asleep. I woke up and took a drink without hesitation, it was cold. And for whatever reason... ugh... never again! Even washing my shaker cup out and smelling it, made me gross out.

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[jccanada 314]

I did however just check my blood pressure, with an at home monitor. Said 164/97. :/

Not sure why it would be high, but I reckon that could be part of the problem.

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[KristenLe 5,980]

It's probably up because you're dehydrated.

[jccanada 314]

It's probably up because you're dehydrated.

That makes sense.

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[Pazza 199]

Mio has a Mio Fit line that has electrolytes and they have been a life saver for me. Once I was less dehydrated it was easier to keep fluids down. There are a lot of different flavors. You may like one better than another. Crystal light has some good flavors too but they don't have the electrolytes.

Also, Swanson has flavored broths. They have a tortilla Soup flavor infused broth that you could try, if it sounds good. The other flavor infused broth I found had too much sugar in it. For me the broths had to be warm, otherwise I couldn't do it.

Lots and lots of small sips.

When can you have the sugar free Popsicles?

One suggestion I remember was to get 4 2 oz shot glasses. Fill them up and drink one every 15 minutes. Refill them at the beginning of the next hour. Maybe breaking it down will help?

Way to go in 20lbs!!! Hang in there.

Edited April 26, 2016 by Pazza

[jccanada 314]

Mio has a Mio Fit line that has electrolytes and they have been a life saver for me. Once I was less dehydrated it was easier to keep fluids down. There are a lot of different flavors. You may like one better than another. Crystal light has some good flavors too but they don't have the electrolytes.

Also, Swanson has flavored broths. They have a tortilla Soup flavor infused broth that you could try, if it sounds good. The other flavor infused broth I found had too much sugar in it. For me the broths had to be warm, otherwise I couldn't do it.

Lots and lots of small sips.

When can you have the sugar free Popsicles?

One suggestion I remember was to get 4 2 oz shot glasses. Fill them up and drink one every 15 minutes. Refill them at the beginning of the next hour. Maybe breaking it down will help?

Way to go in 20lbs!!! Hang in there.

I think thy said after 2 weeks. I notice everyone else gets them right after though. They also told me everything had to be room temp. Everything. It makes all of it, very unappealing. I appreciate the tips I'm having my husband pick me up something with some electrolytes here in about an hour. I just am tired of all the sweet flavors. It's crazy how much the surgery changes your tastes and desires.

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