Liquid Time

TheresaK5
on 11/26/08 2:39 am
Hello everyone!  I went yesterday for my Preop appt! (I've lost 6 pounds since my last visit!)  I also started my preop liquid diet on Monday.  My problem is that I am really struggling with being cold!  I am drinking my protein drinks, but you know those are all better very cold. So, do you guys have any suggestions?  I tried broth from bouillon cubes- it was terrible!  And I'm trying to alternate protein drink then hot tea to help as well. Any suggestions would be great!
Lauren B
on 11/26/08 3:34 am - VA
The first thing I thought of is mydietshopz.com

http://mydietshopz.com/higprothotdr.html

They have many types of hot cocoa protein drinks and stuff like that.  I would also suggest borth with Unjury unflavored powder in it.  But honestly, I'm not sure if either of these options is what is meant for a pre-op liquid diet.  Check with your office.  :)

I know there is a mydietshopz (physical) store in Nova somewhere, I'm not sure if Vitamin Shoppe or GNC carry Unjury?  But if mydietshopz has hot drink protein, chances are there is another brand out there available at the VS or GNC.  Give them a call and see.  Personally I go to the VA Center Commons VS and they are always helpful.

Good luck!  I totally hear you on being cold and not wanting chilled beverages.  I'm cold ALL the time now.  Brrrrr. 

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Sporty Jill
on 11/26/08 7:44 am - Norfolk, VA
With some protein drinks, you can drink them warm (not hot).  For example, the Chocolate Matrix can be made into a "hot" chocolate.

Hea****er (or milk) in microwave to warm...not boiling.

In cup, put 1 scoop of Matrix protein powder.  Slowly add the liquid, stirring as you add.  You want to do this slowly so you don't get lumps.

Enjoy.

I like to add some DaVinci's sugar free syrup to make it extra special.

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Tam
on 12/1/08 12:18 am - Richmond, VA
It's been a few days....how is it going?

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down 260+ pounds and loving life more than ever!!!
proud  mom to Kara 12-08-1994 and our newest addition Claire Makenna born 03-26-09 weighing 6 lbs 13 ounces and 19.25 inches long and very healthy.  happily dating...i honestly never knew it could be this good!  there is that special Guy for everyone out there...either you already have him or you will find him when He is ready for it! 

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TheresaK5
on 12/2/08 12:41 am

Well, it is going better.  I think I'm getting use to drinking hot liquids often to stay warm.  I'm not liking this liquid diet very much.  Cooking for my kids is like torture!  My hubby keeps reminding me that the outcome is worth all of it.  He is being a big support. I've been reading the posts here when the family is eating - to take my mind off that I can't eat!

Tam
on 12/2/08 1:13 am - Richmond, VA
Glad it is getting better.  I did not have to do it so I do not know what you are going thru.  I know it was torture directly after surgery for me.  I stayed with my aunt and she cooked or oredred out all of my fav things.  Pizza smells fantastic when you can't have any!  Keeping occupied to take your mind off of things is awesome!  I am still praying for you!  Glad hubby is a big support...you will need that!

Tammy C

down 260+ pounds and loving life more than ever!!!
proud  mom to Kara 12-08-1994 and our newest addition Claire Makenna born 03-26-09 weighing 6 lbs 13 ounces and 19.25 inches long and very healthy.  happily dating...i honestly never knew it could be this good!  there is that special Guy for everyone out there...either you already have him or you will find him when He is ready for it! 

open RNY 04-25-2005

Life could not get any better than this!

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