Holy Trepidation, Batman!

So, I just had my Nutrition class this afternoon at TWH, and although I knew going in there was going to be a major change in my eating habits, I had NO REAL IDEA how huge a change it would be.

I'm a guzzler of all things liquid, and the thought of teeny tiny sips is terrifying to me. I'm ALWAYS thirsty. It's funny, I can wrap my head around the food issue...small amounts, spaced throughout the day, but this liquid thing...OY VAY! It's to the point where I'm seriously considering making 3/5-6 meals a day a protein shake, just so I can keep drinking.

Post surgery peeps who were/are like me....do you find this to be a problem? Or is this one of those things that "goes away" after surgery?

Hi there.  Sipping will be a way of life after surgery and it does get easier.  I used to guzzle too but nope not anymore cause it does hurt going down.  After surgery they always say to try to get your protein in with food more than the liquid if possible.  It stays with you longer since the liquids just pass through. There is plenty of time in a day to get your liquids in.  And remember to chew chew and sip sip cause you will know it if you do not.

Tc

Anna

 

 

I wasn't a guzzler and I am struggling with thirst especially around meals when you're not supposed to drink!! Your body can punish you if you don't respect the rules so that can kinda keep you in line.

I too was the same pre-op (now 2 months out from surgery). But trust me, your pouch does not allow you to guzzle & you get trained really quick not to. Best of luck.