Hello everyone. I am 3 days post op I’m having trouble consuming the recommended 60-80 grams of protein AND 64 ounces of water. I opened up an 11 oz can of pure protein with 35 grams of protein and it’s taken me 3 days to finish the single can. I am now able to drink liquids without throwing up (one small victory!) but I’m worried that I am not drinking enough protein and liquids. Any tips? One last thing, I used to chug water down like crazy pre-op, how big/small are the sips I’m supposed to take? At this rate, I’ll never reach my goals! :(

Hi! From what I've heard, it just takes time for some people. I'm sure the swelling in your stomach will go down soon. My digit said focus on hydration as the first priority, so the protein water sounds likea good plan of attack.

Oh wait I just realized you were talking about a shake. Maybe you could try the protein water instead as that counts as hydration and protein. It won't give you as much protein, but it goes down easier. You just got to do what you can right now.

Edited July 24, 20215 yr by Maribelle76

On 07/23/2021 at 21:01, Maribelle76 said:

Oh wait I just realized you were talking about a shake. Maybe you could try the Protein Water instead as that counts as hydration and protein. It won't give you as much protein, but it goes down easier. You just got to do what you can right now.

Thank you so much for the tip! I tried drinking an isopure 2 days ago and it didn’t sit well with me. Hopefully it will be fine next time I try it

it takes awhile for some people to be able to get to the point where they're meeting the requirements. Just keep working at it. Of the two, the fluids are the most important. So really focus on those. Dehydration can land some people back in the hospital pretty quickly...