Pre-Op testing today
I had my pre-op testing done today. My surgery is scheduled for November 3rd.
I have gotten a few different protein drinks and have started trying them to see what I like.
Has anyone found that there tastes change after surgery?
I will be on a liquid diet before surgery and am trying to prepare.
Any suggestions on a specific brands?
Thanks
JoAnn
I have gotten a few different protein drinks and have started trying them to see what I like.
Has anyone found that there tastes change after surgery?
I will be on a liquid diet before surgery and am trying to prepare.
Any suggestions on a specific brands?
Thanks
JoAnn
Right after surgery I couldn't stand the taste of anything sweet, which was a problem since most protein drinks are sweet! I put AnyWhey in broth to get my protein in, and yes, I did choke down a few of those too-sweet-tasting protein drinks. Now, 7 weeks later, I find that sweet things taste okay, but my cravings for sweets which I had as a pre-op are now gone. I also found that I couldn't stand the taste of water either from the tap or the Brita pitcher, but Aquafina and Dasani were both fine. I can now drink the tap or Brita water again.
As for brands, I wholeheartedly recommend Max Protein, which is available at some (but not all) GNC stores. I *love* their chocolate flavor. It tastes just like Yoo Hoo. It's my favorite by far. I also like the Nectar Roadside Lemonade, mixed with Crystal Light Lemonade.
Best wishes for your surgery!
Lesley
As for brands, I wholeheartedly recommend Max Protein, which is available at some (but not all) GNC stores. I *love* their chocolate flavor. It tastes just like Yoo Hoo. It's my favorite by far. I also like the Nectar Roadside Lemonade, mixed with Crystal Light Lemonade.
Best wishes for your surgery!
Lesley