How do you get through 2 weeks of shakes? I'm on day 5 and I'm suffering. I want salt. And whenever I see food my stomach growls. How did you succeed? I don't know if I can do this!

4 weeks post op....its hard, you just have to push yourself. Try mixing it up a little. Blend it with Ice. Try the Iconic Cafe Mocha. Its a great protein shake with about 20g. Taste just like a Ice Coffee.

4 weeks post op....its hard, you just have to push yourself. Try mixing it up a little. Blend it with Ice. Try the Iconic Cafe Mocha. Its a great protein shake with about 20g. Taste just like a Ice Coffee.

Unfortunately, I'm one of the few people who hate coffee [emoji30]. I've tried making the shakes into puddings and with ice and it's just so terrible. I'm pushing myself and my fiancé is doing it with me, god bless him, but 2 weeks is so long!

Are you allowed broth and/or sugar free Popsicles? Those things can really help. The broth is warm and more savory than shakes and the sugar free Popsicles feel more like a treat and can give you a crunch if you chew them. Hang in there.

Unfortunately, I'm one of the few people who hate coffee [emoji30]. I've tried making the shakes into puddings and with ice and it's just so terrible. I'm pushing myself and my fiancé is doing it with me, god bless him, but 2 weeks is so long!

Yeah each Dr is different. I only had to do a week of pure liquid. So I can imagine what you are going thru. The only thing I can tell you thats its worth it.

Yeah each Dr is different. I only had to do a week of pure liquid. So I can imagine what you are going thru. The only thing I can tell you thats its worth it.

Thank you! I'm trying to stay positive!

Are you allowed broths at all? I made my own bone broth because I was also craving something savory and still needed protein. My boyfriend picked up some beef bones from the meat market and we made a fantastic broth.

Quick directions/"recipe"

Sprinkle beef bones with a little salt and pepper and roast at 400 degrees F for about 40 minutes.

Put roasted beef bones into a slow cooker with a few cups of water and some flavor enhancers of your choice. I used garlic, onions, carrots, a little more pepper and paprika.

Simmer on high for 6 - 8 hours.

Strain out all the solids.

The broth will gel up when it cools, which is the collagen from the bones. It's a good source of protein and calcium. Think of it as beef stew without the actual beef!

Yeah each Dr is different. I only had to do a week of pure liquid. So I can imagine what you are going thru. The only thing I can tell you thats its worth it.

On 5/19/2017 at 6:16 AM, AmandaWho said:

How do you get through 2 weeks of shakes? I'm on day 5 and I'm suffering. I want salt. And whenever I see food my stomach growls. How did you succeed? I don't know if I can do this!

I'm know the feeling I'm on only liquid as well but have not deviated once! You need to ask yourself,"Do I EVER want to do this again?" I think we know the answer.

Here's what I'm using for shakes. This makes two 16oz protein shakes with around 200 cal 30 g of protein and 15 g or less carbs. Add ice or water until just over 32oz & blend. Two scoops of each powder, & 2 cups of most fruit blends keep you in the right range for carbs. Check first so you don't go over. Garden Of Life e also has many nutients & 50 fruit and vegetable super foods. Drink one & save one for later.

Edited May 23, 20179 yr by SEAHAWKS FAN!