POSTOPS - Question

How much protein and how much fluid are you supposed to get in each day? Are you doing it? Im supposed to get 60 gm protein and 64 gm fluid. I'm getting it most days, or at least coming close. I'd not make it without one 8 oz 28gm protein shake. Joy

My doctor says I only need 40 grams of protein and he wants the 64 oz of water. I have basically been living on protein shakes. I have not hunger what so ever, and tend to actually only eat a pureed meal at night. One thing my Doctor told me was to relax the rules about drinking before and after meals. He says you can drink up to your meal, not during, and then wait a half hour after. This gives you more time to get in your liquids. Got my drain out yesterday and I have lost 25 pounds in 11 days.

Fantastic Ken! You are doing great! Keep it up! Joy

Hi joy may I ask you what brand of protien shake you are using thats 28 grams?, or are you adding non fat dry milk to the mix, this is what i plan on doing to get 8 xtra grams of protien in, Hugz ,mary

Unjury provides 20 gm of protein. I mix it with 8 oz skim milk for an additional 8 gm. I like the taste and texture better than any protein mix I tried. It does not get thick--more like chocolate milk. www.unjury.com Joy

My doc says 50-60g protein and at least 64oz water. I do pretty good with my water but I still need a protein drink to get my protein in since I can't eat that much yet. I do either an Atkins shake for 20g protein or Syntax Fuzzy Navel for 23g protein. Another good source or protein when you can have it is Mozzerella String Cheese. Check out the different brands, but I've got one that is 11g protein per stick!

That is a great idea! Thanks! Joy

Hi Joy. I am only 9 days post op and I am supposed to get 60 gms Protein and 64 oz of fluid. Remember, the shakes count toward your 64 oz total. Hang in there!!!!

For the 1st 2 weeks we are supposed to get 32oz h2o and 45-75gm protein. I have no trouble with the h2o its the protein that is hard. I have got enough about half the time. LaDonna -20lbs

Joy, I am suppose to have 50 of protien and 64 oz of water, it is hard beings that I can not stomach the protien drink right now. I am not getting it all in. I am hoping it gets easier. Bethany AKA Da Offishal Riddler and Bertha 11 Days into NewPouch and feeling great! -25 lbs!!!! Yayyyy A riddle a day will keep the Marchers pounds AWAY!