11 days and struggling
Hello VGSers,
I was sleeved on 9/9/10. I really don't want to go into where, the surgeon or stuff right now. I would just like to know if any of you have dealt with my problems, and if so, how did you get through it.
I am having some problem with getting enough fluids (averaging about 36 to 48 oz per day).
I started with water, broth, sf jello and apple juice, and added grape juice for some variety. I dilute the juice-3 parts juice & 1 par****er. I stocked up on crystal light before surgery, and have drank them in the past. Now they have a terrible chemical taste that is bitter and very unpleasant.
I am not getting hardly any protein. I have tried a number of powders, but each has caused me to have to fight to not throw up so I have only had sips. I broke down today and had 8 oz of plan chocolate milk just for some energy and had a very hard time with that. I don't know if it is the milk or the chocolate flavor (it reminded me of the protein powders, but the non-chocolate protein was worse). I have been a life-long chocoholic, so this is really unexpected. I also had some one bring me some chocolate puddings, but they got regular instead of SF. I have eaten 4 over the last 4 daysjust for energy and to try to get some protein, they are not as bad, but still taste different. (I have a ride to go to the store and get some SF tomorrow along with some other things). Every thing is super sweet and has a horrible aftertaste. I have been researching for other protein drinks that sound like I could drink them and am lost. There is a hot chocolate I saw mentioned that I am going to order, and I am considering a liquid protein that I could just drink like a shot and follow with some apple juice to try to wash out the taste.
I have been mixing with a spoon, but read using a blender makes a big difference. I had someone get me one today and will try that tomorrow to see if it makes a difference. I am also going to try mixing protein powders with other liquids such as apple juice or orange juice with some of the fruit flavored or unflavored ones I have.
I also have had 1/4 to 1/2 cup of cream of chicken soup the last few days, and that goes down ok, but still hard to get in much. Also, the store was out of low-fat so this is regular. (I'll get some low fat tomorrow while I am out).
I am concerned about the amount of carbs, but right now I am just trying to find a way to get in the flluids and some protein. I have been mostly very tired, with some periods of feeling more normal. I understand that taste buds can change after surgery and that this will pass, but I really was not expecting such an extreem change.
Did anyone else have such a drastic change in their taste buds, and how long did that last?
Any suggestions for liquid protein shots (must be a small amount so I can just shoot it down; I am swallowing well and not really having any problems with it going through ok, just trying not to throw up (I don't want to damage my stomach plus it is so unpleasant).
Do you think it is ok to keep drinking the juices for a while longer even though they are so high in carbs? My sugrery weigh was 222 and I am now 205.
Thanks for any suggestions.
kt
I was sleeved on 9/9/10. I really don't want to go into where, the surgeon or stuff right now. I would just like to know if any of you have dealt with my problems, and if so, how did you get through it.
I am having some problem with getting enough fluids (averaging about 36 to 48 oz per day).
I started with water, broth, sf jello and apple juice, and added grape juice for some variety. I dilute the juice-3 parts juice & 1 par****er. I stocked up on crystal light before surgery, and have drank them in the past. Now they have a terrible chemical taste that is bitter and very unpleasant.
I am not getting hardly any protein. I have tried a number of powders, but each has caused me to have to fight to not throw up so I have only had sips. I broke down today and had 8 oz of plan chocolate milk just for some energy and had a very hard time with that. I don't know if it is the milk or the chocolate flavor (it reminded me of the protein powders, but the non-chocolate protein was worse). I have been a life-long chocoholic, so this is really unexpected. I also had some one bring me some chocolate puddings, but they got regular instead of SF. I have eaten 4 over the last 4 daysjust for energy and to try to get some protein, they are not as bad, but still taste different. (I have a ride to go to the store and get some SF tomorrow along with some other things). Every thing is super sweet and has a horrible aftertaste. I have been researching for other protein drinks that sound like I could drink them and am lost. There is a hot chocolate I saw mentioned that I am going to order, and I am considering a liquid protein that I could just drink like a shot and follow with some apple juice to try to wash out the taste.
I have been mixing with a spoon, but read using a blender makes a big difference. I had someone get me one today and will try that tomorrow to see if it makes a difference. I am also going to try mixing protein powders with other liquids such as apple juice or orange juice with some of the fruit flavored or unflavored ones I have.
I also have had 1/4 to 1/2 cup of cream of chicken soup the last few days, and that goes down ok, but still hard to get in much. Also, the store was out of low-fat so this is regular. (I'll get some low fat tomorrow while I am out).
I am concerned about the amount of carbs, but right now I am just trying to find a way to get in the flluids and some protein. I have been mostly very tired, with some periods of feeling more normal. I understand that taste buds can change after surgery and that this will pass, but I really was not expecting such an extreem change.
Did anyone else have such a drastic change in their taste buds, and how long did that last?
Any suggestions for liquid protein shots (must be a small amount so I can just shoot it down; I am swallowing well and not really having any problems with it going through ok, just trying not to throw up (I don't want to damage my stomach plus it is so unpleasant).
Do you think it is ok to keep drinking the juices for a while longer even though they are so high in carbs? My sugrery weigh was 222 and I am now 205.
Thanks for any suggestions.
kt
I was sleeved on 9/7/10. For two days, I was on a liquid diet, with broth, sf jello and water. I did add some apple juice, sf; until I saw the actual sugar percentage which was too high.
Then I went to cream of chicken or mushroom soup, plain hi protein greek yogurt, and EAS protein low carb shakes. Love the shakes, and I purchase most everything at Wal Mart or Sams Club.
Last Wed, I went to pureed eggs with greek yogurt and little milk. But after the second time; did not agree with me until last night.
I am going to try some Cream of Aspargus soup for dinner today.
Yes, taste buds change after surgery. The first time, I ate cream of chicken soup the first time; it tasted like nothing at all. The second time was better. Just trial and error.
Hope it helps.
Then I went to cream of chicken or mushroom soup, plain hi protein greek yogurt, and EAS protein low carb shakes. Love the shakes, and I purchase most everything at Wal Mart or Sams Club.
Last Wed, I went to pureed eggs with greek yogurt and little milk. But after the second time; did not agree with me until last night.
I am going to try some Cream of Aspargus soup for dinner today.
Yes, taste buds change after surgery. The first time, I ate cream of chicken soup the first time; it tasted like nothing at all. The second time was better. Just trial and error.
Hope it helps.
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