Hi family. I was just sleeved on the 15th of Feb and I'm concerned about getting in my 60 grams of protein. I can't seem to make myself drink it all. Yesterday was my first day out of the hospital, and now that I'm home, all I wasn't too do is sleep. When I try to stink my protein shake, it seems like I can feel it going into my stomach and I just can't drink another drop after that. Please give me some advise on what to do to get in my required daily grams. Thank you [emoji173]

I was advised that the most important thing is water this close out. Protein will happen in time but you CANNOT become dehydrated.
What i did was make up 4oz of protein shake and take a small sip every 5 to 10 minutes. Depending on thickness. But i didn't REALLY get into shakes until almost my second week or third week. I had to prioritize. I couldn't focus on protein AND liquid so i made liquids my priority and slowly started adding in more protein shakes. But i didn't and still don't have unflavored protein powder. That would have helped if i could have had it with my broths.

My doc's office sells products from Health Wise. They had a Protein mix for drinks so it was thinner than a shake and were fruit flavors. While I didn't thoroughly enjoy them they were easier to get down some times and they had 15g of protein per 8 oz of Water. Stuff ain't cheap, but it helped me get through the early stages.

Are you mixing your shakes with milk? I know water isn't all that appealing to some people, but mixing it that way might make it go down a bit easier. I had to sacrifice protein for water intake the first few days until it got easier to drink my shakes.

I've been drinking premier protein shakes only because I remember them stressing getting in the protein to help with healing. It just feels like after a sip, I feel air in my chest and then I can't swallow anymore

Walking always seemed to help me. Even if I just stood up for a bit and paced around the room it seemed to help. I've noticed that if I'm sitting on the chair/couch and sit too long after having a shake it doesn't sit well. I'm really trying to get into the habit of getting up immediately for a few minutes after a "meal".

Soon after surgery I used to mix my Protein powder with 10 oz Water and continually sip it. That way i got the fluids and protein in. If i have a shake now I just mix it with 4oz of water.

Congratulations !

Kate

The only protein I could take was premier. I also got protein from drinking fairlife milk. Hope it helps.... good luck and I promise it will get better

Greek yogurt

Hi. I had surgery on 2/6. I still have trouble getting in all my protein. Your tummy is very swollen right now so there isn't much room. I really did just sip water and take my chewable vitamins that first week and was able to get half a premier protein shake in most days. By the end of the first week I started feeling more normal. Now I am 11 days out and able to get 45-50g of protein. Almost there:-). It takes time for your new little tummy to heal. I am learning my new hungry and full cues right now. Hunger for me is non-existent.

Congrats on your surgery. I think it gets better with time.

Genepro is a tasteless protein powder that mixes into anything for 30 grams of protein in one tablespoon full. Add the powder into a small beverage twice a day and you will hit the protein mark. For hot liquids, dissolve and mix it in cold before heating or its clumpy.

The thought of another protein shake makes me want to vomit! Yea, I am only 3 days into my full liquid diet. I can't wait for pureed!

There are several different flavors OR you can add whey protein power to smoothies, milk, coffee, oatmeal, scones - you name it! I am also fond of Costco Steak Strips and Norwegian Salmon slices for pure protein.

Sorry - these ideas are when you have had your surgery and progress to the real food stage!

Unfortunately, I am not even close to this point. I can't even have pureed food yet. Once I get back onto food I wont have a problem. Thank you for your suggestions.

Resha how are you doing? Better, I hope?

Resha - I know you are well past the liquid stage but at I also know protein shakes are sometimes still being used your point. If you are still having trouble getting your protein in I was going to select Nectar shakes. They come in a ton of flavors (fruit, latte, cappaccino) You can order a sample pack through MyBariatricPantry.com and tell them the flavors you'd like to try. It is a little pricey. I spent around $25 for the sample pack of 10 which includes shipping. Then after you find a flavor or flavors you like order the canister. Good Luck!