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You Need to Drink 64 oz. of Water, Every Day!

— Victoria B. (posted on May 31, 2000)

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May 31, 2000
Victoria, You are always a wealth of information! I also read on another site that we need an additional 8 oz. of water for every 25 lbs. that we are over weight- besides the original 64 oz. Have you heard that? Believe it or not, I AM getting it in regularly and I now know where every public bathroom in my neighborhood is!!!
— M B.

May 31, 2000
I am 4 1/2 weeks post-op and cannot drink 64 oz of water per day. I carry a 32 oz bottle with me constantly, but I find I fill myslef up with water then I cannot eat. I am only eating about 14 oz (including other fluids per day) so I am not even meeting the 24 ozs I should be. I want to drink more as I am thristy all the time, but don't seem to have enough room in my stomach. Eventually, will I be able to drink 8 ozs at once? I am also not getting enough protein in on a daily basis. I have lost 40 lbs since my surgery on April 28th, however I barely have any protien, and I cannot drink the protien powder. I read the GNC has a protien called Pure Pro, and I am going to get some of that and try it. Any other suggestions?
— rosemary I.

May 31, 2000
M B: I read that somewhere also, I checked with my surgeon and he said 64 oz was minimum we need and anything over is a plus to us and the continued weight loss. And you're right I hardly ever pass a restroom LOL Rosemary: at 4 1/2 weeks post-op I doubt that I was getting in 64 oz either.. I never was a water drinker before surgery now that's all I crave.. (go figure).. Now, on the protein GNC makes one called Challenge it's a liquid can mix it in anything cherry flavor, however, I have tried MANY protein supplements and by far ProBlend55 is the best.. I don't sell it so I'm not pitching it.. I just know and taste a good thing when I try it myself.. You can get it from www.vitalady.com or purchase locally as I do at a nutrition shop. If you have any more questions or need more help e-mail ame anytime.. ;-)
— Victoria B.

May 31, 2000
I am 3 weeks post-op and have a very hard time getting in all the fluid, food, and protein I need to. I can only seem to get about 3 cups of decaf Crystal Light per day. If anyone has any suggestions, I would really appreciate them. Thanks.
— Paula G.

May 31, 2000
It seems hard at first to get the required amount of water in that is recommended. As time goes on it gets easier. I am seven weeks post op and couldn't get my water, food and protein all in one day. But as time goes on I find it easier to get the water in and protein as well as the food. So to all who find it hard to get that amount of fluids in hang in there it will get easier.
— Sharon T.

May 31, 2000
I have been through several proteins and recently found one that I really like it takes like a milk shake, It has 220 calories for 46 grams of protein. I put about a half scoop more to get my 50. It's Met Rx Protein Plus and the flavor is milk chocolate. I put 10-12 ozs of water and the 3 1/2 scoops of powder and it makes approximately 16 ozs. I drink on it all day. Just shake well each time you you drink. With the other protein that ran around 190 calories I could not stand the tate. So even with the ferw calories more I am a least getting all my protein in. Give it a try I purchased mine at GNC store. You can also count your protein I believe as part of your water requirements. I also count my popsicles if I have one. It will come I an 8 weeks post op and I am getting all my water requirement in. Goos luck.
— ann A.

July 10, 2000
HELPFUL HINTS for post-ops... We all know how important 64 oz or better of water is for us: Water helps move nutrients to where our body needs them and helps to transport waste products out of the body. Water functions as a lubricant around joints and a shock absorber around cells. Water enables countless chemical reactions to take place and helps regulate body temperature. Water is especially important during weight loss because your body needs increased fluids to help get rid of wastes from the breakdown of fat and to help control regularity below is more tips.. Please read this section carefully. It is essential that you change basic eating habits for weight loss maintenance and lifelong success. IT WORKS! GOOD EATING HABITS Eat your meals at regular times each day. Do not drink with your meals. Wait 30 minutes after your meals to consume beverages. Eat at the dining room or kitchen table. Prepare a place setting with placemat, napkin, etc. to make the meal more enjoyable. DO NOT eat in front of the television, as it distracts from the full enjoyment of the food. Also, it may distract you from realizing when you are full. Serve food on a small plate. Use small utensils, such as a baby spoon and small cup. A warming tray may be helpful to keep foods warm while you are eating. Leave the rest of the food on the counter or stove where you prepared it, rather than serving yourself from bowls on the table. You will be less likely to take seconds. Chew, and chew some more! Make a sign - "Eat slow and win!" - and place it on the table in front of you. Stop eating when your body tells you "I'm full!" Allow about 30-45 minutes of eating time for each meal. Listen to slow relaxing music as you eat. CHEWING If you swallow food without chewing well, you may block the outlet of your pouch. This will cause PAIN, DISCOMFORT, NAUSEA and/or VOMITING and could even stretch your pouch. Always remember the following: This happened to me twice in 6 months both times was early post-op and was with chicken and I was starved and felt rushed and the wolfing down food (old habit) dies hard.. I learned from those two times and has NOT happened again.. Take 30-45 minutes to eat every meal. Do not skip meals. This will cause you to eat on the run, eat too quickly and forget to chew your food well. (exactly what happened to me) Chew each bite until the food feels like mush in your mouth. Use a small fork/spoon or a baby fork/spoon and lay it down while you chew. This helps you to eat smaller bites and helps control the speed of your eating. Learn to savor the flavor and texture of each bite of food. DON'T BE RUSHED by others at your table. Explain why you must eat slowly and everyone will enjoy their meal even more. NAUSEA AND VOMITING Recognize and pay attention to the messages your body is giving you. If you feel pressure or fullness in the center of your abdomen or feel nauseated, STOP EATING! Just "one more bite" may cause pain and discomfort. During the meal it may help to stand up briefly to better judge your feelings of fullness. Use the questions below to help identify the causes of discomfort, nausea or vomiting. This will help you make the necessary changes for the next time you eat. Did you eat too fast or not chew your food well enough? Did you eat too much? Did you drink fluids with the meals or too soon after the meal? Did you eat hard to digest foods such as tough meat or fresh bread? Did you lie down too soon after the meal? Reasons for vomiting include: eating too fast, over-eating, eating foods too large or bulky to pass through the dime-sized intestine and being intolerant to a certain food, especially breads, heavy meats, or bulky vegetables. If you develop vomiting or retching due to food that seems lodged in your stomach, try the following recipe: 1/2 tsp. Adolph's Meat Tenderizer 1 tsp. Lemon Juice 4oz (1/2 cup) Tap Water Mix well. Sip over one hour. **I always eat a few bites of pineapple with beef.. The pineapple acts as a meat tenderizer. If vomiting continues for more than 24 hours, contact your doctor! ************************************************ My surgeon Dr. John Husted, M.D. Nashville, Tenn, Open Divided Proximal RNY 12/8/99 Beginning weight 367 Now 237 130 pounds in 6 months.. my webpage on WLS: <a href="http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/vbowen">Gastric Bypass Information, links and recipes</a> my weightloss pics <a href="http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/Vbowenweightloss">Weightloss PICS</a> My Recipes and tips <a href="http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/VBowenCookBook">My Tips and Recipes Cookbook</a> WLS reunion <a href="http://www.angelfire.com/mo2/wlsreunion2001">WLS Reunion 2001</a> 
— Victoria B.

February 18, 2001
Interesting information..........We all know that water is important to WLS patients, however, I've never seen it written down like this before. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (Likely applies to half world population) In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is often mistaken for hunger. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism as much as 3%. One glass of water shuts down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a U-Washington study. Lack of water, the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. Are you drinking the amount of water you should every day?
— Victoria B.

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