I met with the dietician this week and am very concerned about the postop diet.

I am trying to be very honest with myself, and I am not sure that I am going to be able to do the postop diet. Since early childhood I have hated milk, and I am also lactose intollerant. I didn't realize that the protein shakes were mixed with milk. I honestly don't think I can drink the amount required after surgery. I realize that these types of changes are lifelong changes, so I am trying to be realistic and honest with myself, and I am just plain scared that I will not get the amount of protein required after surgery. Please give me your advice or suggestions. I haven't actually tried any of the protein mixes yet. I guess I don't want to spend the $10-$20 for a can to find out I don't care for that particular taste and/or flavor. Please, please, please - I need words of wisdom!!! Oh, is the postoperative diet for the VBG the same as the RNY?

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