Everyday I'm struggling (sing it)

Jan 17, 2012

 I know how important, how VITAL protein is for me....but I hate the protein shakes. Even though I have ordered the Unjury unflavored and Choc Splendor, I just can't stomach the smell....I literally want to gag! I have to either find a better product, better way of masking it, or a better way of preparing it. I think a straw and maybe a lid would help, but I know a straw is going to make me drink way too fast , not to mention gulp in air. Anyway, this is my current struggle.... Getting in my nutrition. I am literally living off broth and popscicles... Mostly the latter!

Yesterday I started a small but leaky drain on my lowest middle incision. It is mostly clear, no smell... Called the Dr. They said its fine. Hoping it stops soon because it makes me scared to over move. I literally pull on this core area every time I breath, turn, get up... You name it. Oh what joys of such a large mid section! 

Mental games are afoot! I am craving food.... As in no more flipping liquid! I was so good preop, and was so sick for the first five days post op and I find myself simply wanting everything. It isn't that I could fit it in me, but I want some flavor and texture. I feel like I have perpetual medicine mouth and protein tongue( insert gag here). Anyway, tried hard yesterday, trying harder today. So far I have been nursing a large mug of hot berry decaf tea with Splenda. Going to get started on protein shake in a min. 

I can't even begin to express how much the stories of others have helped me, especially these past few weeks. When I feel deflated or deprived or just plain desperate, I find solace in your journeys. I am so thankful I am finally seriously starting my own.

Going to keep positive and keep blogging. Much love and success!

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