I’m a vegetarian in the preop phase of surgery. I had my consultation yesterday and was able to check off everything required prior to surgery (cardiologist, upper G.I., sleep study, etc.) except the nutritionist appointments and preop lab work.

I wanted to ask if anyone was vegetarian or vegan postop and how well you’re doing with it. Also, please feel free to share any recipes or tips!

Hi, I am not 100% vegan or anything, but I do prefer plant based as much as possible. It can be a little more challenging to get your protein in. I have been using a good protein powder though and it helps. Just start planning now.

This is the Protein I use BTW

https://1stphorm.com/collections/protein/products/vegan-power-pro

Awesome! I know it will be more challenging, but I’m up for it. Thank you for the protein powder suggestion!!

Not vegetarian but the majority of my diet are fruits and vegetables (7 - 14 servings per day). My diet is 50% to 60% carbs. Beans and lentils are great from the beginning (i e. pureed stage and after), tofu as well (soft at first, then firm). I love Tofu and vegetable stir-fry dishes or soups. Anything soybean helps a lot with protein. There is always vegan protein powder too.

You can find great clear vegan proteins that you can add to your water. I've not had surgery yet but I am focusing on getting my required protein in and making it a habit before surgery. I have a caseine allergy so most normal protein powders are a no go. They also have an unflavored option that I add to my water and its great. hydration + protein with no taste or much change to viscosity.

Where do you get the Clear Vegan Protein? I haven’t been able to find it!

27 minutes ago, zajoas said:

Where do you get the Clear Vegan Protein? I haven’t been able to find it!

I buy mine online at MyProtein