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mrstkgreene    48

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You're not suppose to drink anything through a straw, I was also sleeved on 9/22. I am also on liquid diet. But not starting Protein shakes until tomorrow 9/25

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I have been drinking through a straw since they gave me something to drink. I was told I could.

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heidikat72    935

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Some bariatric centers are ok with straws, others prefer you not use them at least initially because of the tendency to drink too much at once and too quickly. At this point, it is all about taking little sips.

As for the milkshake - are milkshakes/ice cream on your plan from your surgical team? They weren't on mine due to the high sugar/carb/fat/calorie content.

Your goal right now is Fluid and Protein - if you are on full liquids, now is when you should be Protein shakes to make sure you get the Protein you need to heal.

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mrstkgreene    48

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Some bariatric centers are ok with straws, others prefer you not use them at least initially because of the tendency to drink too much at once and too quickly. At this point, it is all about taking little sips.

As for the milkshake - are milkshakes/ice cream on your plan from your surgical team? They weren't on mine due to the high sugar/carb/fat/calorie content.

Your goal right now is Fluid and Protein - if you are on full liquids, now is when you should be Protein Shakes to make sure you get the protein you need to heal.

Okay I could do a protein shake... I just need something different.

Do y'all buy your Proteins shakes or make them? Give me some ideas!

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Have a Protein shake, not a milkshake. If you go right back to eating crap food after weight loss surgery you will not be successful in the long run.

Okay, so Protein Shake would be okay? Even 2 days out of surgery?

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Probably a better idea than a milkshake. ;)

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mrstkgreene    48

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Have a Protein shake, not a milkshake. If you go right back to eating crap food after weight loss surgery you will not be successful in the long run.

Okay, so Protein Shake would be okay? Even 2 days out of surgery?

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Probably a better idea than a milkshake. ;)

I just sent my hubby on a Protein shake run! Lol

Hopefully it'll make the inner hungry ease a little.

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heidikat72    935

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as for whether a Protein shake is ok two days out - it depends on your plans progression. I was only on Clear liquids while in the hospital, once I was released I went to full liquids - and Protein shakes were part of full liquids. Other plans have people do clears for longer. So stick with what guidelines for progression you were given.

I personally make my own shakes - typically using either the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury powder or Syntrax nectar. A lot of people seem to really like the premier shakes that are ready to drink.

when buying Protein Powder or ready to drink Protein Shakes - make sure they are suitable for weight loss surgery - you don't want things like ensure or Protein powders for body builders - they have way too many calories and carbs

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heidikat72    935

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that is definitely unlike any other plan Ive seen. If you avoid Protein shakes - how are you supposed to get Protein during the liquid phase? And how many grams of protein are you supposed to get? And 1500 calories immediately post op?

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Babbs    14,680

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Have a Protein shake, not a milkshake. If you go right back to eating crap food after weight loss surgery you will not be successful in the long run.

Okay, so Protein Shake would be okay? Even 2 days out of surgery?

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Okay, call me crazy, but what does your plan say?

Are you still on Clear Liquids? If so, then NO you shouldn't even have a Protein Shake yet. And a milkshake? I'm 2 years out and STILL haven't had a milkshake!

For God's sake it's been 2 days. Stick to your plan until you are given permission from your surgeon to advance stages. They aren't doing it to torture you. The post surgical instructions are there for your own safety as you heal.

I know its hard, but suck it up, buttercup.

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