Day 2 Post Op - What to drink and when? Advice please.

[Akka 4]

I only want to drink Water. I tried adding Isopure non-flavored whey Protein to some hot tea but it tasted horrible. I have no desire to eat anything, or drink anything but Water. I've also just started my period today. Lovely. Please give me advice on how to structure my day to get in the 48-64 oz of Fluid and 40-60g of Protein that I'm supposed to have the first week.

Edited March 16, 2017 by Akka

[shareeann 110]

My first week out of hospital Iwas to drink Water and only 8 oz of Premier Protein drink or like. That's all you really need for a while . But I could also have cottage cheese, greek yogurt soft stuff like that.I liked Crystal light too. I still drink it all the time.

[Akka 4]

The plan they gave me at the doc said only Clear Liquids the first week. So that would rule out the Protein Shakes, yogurt, etc.

[Berry78 4,259]

Homemade broth has a decent amount of Protein.

[jenifreckles47 6]

I got to start full liquids and purée when I got home. I am at post-op day #8 now. I had a really hard time at first too getting in my Protein and Water. I have been eating Greek yogurt thinned down with skim milk, cottage cheese and some Protein  shakes that I hate. I drink peach tea crystal light flavor for a change and cream of chicken Soup that has been strained. I am just now getting to where I can meet my Protein and Water. You'll get there!

[mizzkitty0614 3]

LiquaCel is GREAT for Protein. It comes in a variety of flavors like grape, watermelon, orange, etc. Since it's thick like nectar, I often dilute it in my Water intake. It's a nice change to water, and also provides 16 g protein per 1 oz serving. Not to mention, it's great for helping your body heal. You can purchase it on Amazon.

[jnicoll1 10]

I only want to drink  Water. I tried adding  Isopure non-flavored  whey  Protein to some hot tea but it tasted horrible. I have no desire to eat anything, or drink anything but Water. I've also just started my period today. Lovely. Please give me advice on how to structure my day to get in the 48-64 oz of  Fluid and 40-60g of Protein that I'm supposed to have the first week.

In day 3 and just getting broth and water down.

[rte837 141]

Try the liquid Isopure. Smooth. Grape and orange served cold aren't bad.

[dredfern 24]

I relied heavily on low sodium broth, sugar free popcicles, lukewarm Water. Didn't worry about Protein the first 10 days or so, just tried to get as much hydration as possible. Don't get dehydrated, you will suffer with terrible Constipation (TMI).

[Akka 4]

1 hour ago, mizzkitty0614 said:

LiquaCel is GREAT for Protein. It comes in a variety of flavors like grape, watermelon, orange, etc. Since it's thick like nectar, I often dilute it in my Water intake. It's a nice change to Water, and also provides 16 g Protein per 1 oz serving. Not to mention, it's great for helping your body heal. You can purchase it on Amazon.< br />

I just ordered the lemon flavor. Will get it on Saturday. Thank you. I had never heard of this. A friend is also going to bring me a pack of Ensure Clear tonight to try.

[Pam_2-06-2017 375]

That was only a few weeks ago for me. I remember it well. I could only drink Water room temperature. No cold things. I sipped premium Protein Shakes and only the vanilla and only room temperature. Sounds kinda yucky now. No need to rush. You are very swollen and raw right now. Most important is to stay hydrated. Sip water every 15 minutes. And sip Protein. Unless your Dr said otherwise full liquids is best. broth, shakes, etc.

Take care

[Akka 4]

Update Friday - Ensure clear is easy to drink. I set my alarm to go off every 15 minutes, and I take a 1oz drink of the ensure and a 1oz drink of Water. I'm using the little clear 1oz medicine cup the hospital gave me to make it seem like less of a challenge! Ensure clear has a ton of sugar though: 180 cal, 18g Sugar, 37g carb, 8g Protein, 10oz Fluid.

Edited March 18, 2017 by Akka

[clc9 644]

You need to switch to a Protein drink without the sugar and with closer to 20-30 grams of Protein per serving.