YES, YEAH AND ALRIGHT!!!!!!! MY SURGERY WAS APPROVED!

I just wanted to say that my surgery was approved and its for June 14th 6 more days and very nervous, Now I was wondering, after I leave the hospital I know you are not suppose to eat for at least two weeks but what protein do they recommend to use and how to use?, you know drink or eat?.

Im on clear liquids and the doctor didnt want me to add the protein this week. EVERY doctor is different talk to urs or your nutrionist.

CONGRATS ON YOUR APPROVAL...I HAVE THE SAME SURGERY DATE. I GOT THE AMPLIFY PROTEIN FROM GNC. (THE CHOCOLATE IS GREAT) AND I ALSO HAVE THE UNFLAVOR UNJURY TO MIX IN WITH THE SOUPS/JELLO, ETC. GOOD LUCK ON THE SURGERY AND HAVE A FAST RECOVERY. DAWN

Hurrrray! I have a date of June 15th, the countdown is on. My doc recommends starting at least one protein shake a day pre op. I have been using the Carnation Instant Breakfast. Just mix w/one cup of water & shake. I have tried all four flavors in the variety pack & they are all palatable. They are VERY similiar in taste, flavor, & texture as Slim Fast Shakes. My doc's plan is clear fluid in hospital 2nd day, then on to full liquids for remaining stay & for 2 weeks thereafter. Then proceed no sooner than every 2 weeks through the remaining stages. There is a protein powder called BeneProtein, (like BeneFiber), it is colorless & tasteless. You add it to liquids & soft foods. Each scoop has 6 grams of protein. Good Luck! Laura

Hey! I had surgery on Monday (6/6) and I was on soft (moist!!) foods by Wednesday when I wsa discharged. At home, I've eaten chicken sauteed in chicken broth (the fat free boxed stuff is good) and then blended in the food processor. I also took about 6-8 frozen salad shrimp (the kind you buy in a bag at Sam's) - sauteed them and blended them. VERY tasty. Eat VERY slowly (I bought a pkg of baby spoons at WalMart) and make sure it's soft and moist. My doc and nutritionist are most concerned with the fluids but a good (1 oz) meal 3 times a day is what they recommend, too. If you want any other ideas for good tasting but "approved" meal stuff, email me...Good luck!! -Susan