Question:
Any post op persons who are vegetarian and are not having food choice problems

I am concerned about geeting enough protein since some beans and peas are not recommended after surgery. Any ideas for me to ensure I get enough protein. Thanks!    — Anne W. (posted on January 24, 2001)

January 25, 2001
I am not completely vegetarian, but I lean that way. I do not rely on any food products for protein, however. I'd prefer beans & rice, but they don't set well with me and they are SO low on the BV list that I can eat a few tsps for fun, but not enough to get any food value. I stick with whey proteins, myself. They are pre-digested, so the missing stomach doesn't take as much away from them as from foods. It's just easier all around. I eat food, but I don't rely on it to meet any of my nutritional needs.
   — vitalady