Perplexed!!

Oh how I envy you.... I hate these protein drinks. If it werent for slim fast and special k20s I wouldnt be able to do it. MMMMM you said beef! I cant wait. I have had the joneses for some hamburger! I dont care if it is just a 1/2 a burger I WANT BEEF!!! LOL Melissa

Melissa.... You are a hoot!  I agree with all our diets being so different.   I did have 2 ounces of a lean grilled burger this past Sunday and it was heaven.    It is weird how I don't crave anything and am never hungry.  I just look at the clock and know i have to eat...never in my life have i experienced that.    I don't mind the bullets at all ...what flavor did you get?  I have grape and fruit punch.   I have heard that some ppl put the bullet in a bottle of water with Crystal Light. We are getting there...it just takes time!   I can't wait to go out and work in my garden but have another week and a half to do that. Take care, Pam

I have one of the few docs who leaves the drain in for 2 weeks and we also had a feeding tube. The G tube was for suplementing protein and water and in case a more serious issue came up. I went home on pureed food for 2 weeks and then soft food for 2 weeks. I could add nuts at 4 weeks.  Had to wait 6 months for legumes, corn, crackers etc. But could have raw veggies at 4 weeks. Pre-op was 2 protein shakes per day(low carb of our choice), 4 ounces of protein, 1 serving of a healthy fat, a fruit and a vegatable. There are many differences in nutrion plans.. B

I guess through seeing all the differences the main thing that matters is everyone loses. Which I think is wonderful. I am very grateful for my chance to havethe surgery and even more grateful for my insurance after I got the summary of what they paid. If it wasnt for insurance I would have died a very fat and depressed woman! I am thankful for the things Ihave went thru and thankful for the knowledge that it too shall pass. I enjoyed all the comments and look forward to anymore anyone has! Melissa