Was sleeved on 10 feb in Mexico. So far, I'm down about 18 pounds.

I'm two weeks post op and having trouble getting Water in and I just can't seem to finish more than an ounce of a Protein shake (which used to be quite tasty) without being disgusted with them. I'm trying to keep drinking protein water but that too is a challenge.

I'm beyond over the liquid blended phase of this post op recovery and have been tempted greatly over taking a little nibble of shrimp or chicken.

I keep telling myself "it's only head hunger", but I'm getting worried that if I can't get these stupid protein shakes down, I'm going to have more to worry about than just losing hair.

Trying other flavors of shakes are just as repulsive...all I can taste is the sugar alternatives. I'm worried about dehydration (gatorade g2 is also disgusting) as well as protein.

I can't believe I am desperately longing for a salad...

Sorry about the venting and am open to advice, suggestions, and strategies.

Thanks

Hello

Sorry to hear that you are having trouble with the liquids and shakes.

If you haven't tried these already... Crystal Light 0 calorie mixes come in a variety of flavors. My favorite is the lemonade one. But my all-time favorite drink now that I am post op is iced decaf tea. And even though I am 14 weeks post op and get most of my Protein through eating these days, I still use my Isopure unflavored Protein powder and put it in my decaf iced tea.

Have you tried getting your protein in through one of the unflavored protein powders? You might want to try it.

And I know you said you can't handle many of the Protein Shakes.... the only one I like that I've tried is the Premier Protein shake in chocolate. It is a ready-to-drink shake... no powders to mix in Water or anything like that.

Good luck.

Edited February 24, 20179 yr by mylighthouse