Question:
Is it okay to drink water right before and right after drinking protein drinks?

This is probably a silly question, but I am having problems getting my water in when I have to wait before and after each meal. When drinking protein drinks, is it also necessary to wait a certain amount of time (15 - 30 min) before or after the drink as it is with regular food? Any comments would be appreciated. LAP RNY 9/22/99 60 lbs. lost. Thanks    — Dot W. (posted on January 25, 2000)

January 25, 2000
I have the same problem. So if it is liquid, I don't stop before and after - I just keep on sipping. If it is food, however, I do stop 1/2 hour before and don't start sipping again until 1/2 hour after. I haven't had any problems doing it this way.
   — kathy E.