Question:
I just had RNY surgery on 9-12-11 & drinking very little.

Just had RNY surgery on 9-12-11 & feel much more painful than I thought I would & not much of an appetite. I stocked up on protein shakes that I did like before surgery, but now they are so sweet & cannot even bring myself to be able to sip them. Have drank very little water as well. Im gonna try the Injure Protein chicken soup (I think that is the name) I have seen many people give it good reviews. Please tell me this will all get better! :(    — lovemybebes (posted on September 15, 2011)

September 15, 2011
Had my surgery on 8/15/11 I also have a hard time drinking how ever found a protein drink that are 26g of protein in 2.9ft oz it tase like fruit punch and also I been mixing my water with one part of juice and two part water, play with all kind fruit juice as long as it is sugar free.
   — Nica1953

September 15, 2011
This surgery is very difficult, especially at first, butyou must sip sip sip! If you do not like the shake why not dilute it with milk, I use lactaid free milk. Hang in there my sister, you will be so happy.
   — FSUMom

September 15, 2011
I had my surgery on 7/5/11 and I had some of the same issues. I didn't stock pile protein shakes because my nutritionist warned me that my tastes would change as well as I wouldn't be able to handle as much sugar afterward. For me I can't handle anything that has more than 15g of sugar per serving. Immediately after surgery I was drinking Carnation Instant Breakfast and EAS Myoplex for protein. With water you literally have to sip. Its hard at first but gets easier to drink over time. In terms of not having much of an appetite, you're still in the honeymoon phase where you don't feel hunger. I still get that sometimes but you have to set yourself on a schedule where you eat every 2-3 hours. It keeps your metabolism going and you'll lose a lot more weight. I hope this helps - Good luck :)
   — vparkman1990

September 15, 2011
Like the others said sip sip sip... it's difficult at first but will get better with time :) I had my surgery Dec 09 and still remember how difficult the beginning was but believe me it was well worth it. I too used lactose free milk... also if you are using vanilla protein powder try adding sugar-free (or no sugar added) carnation instant breakfast (choc was my choice) it adds more protein and helps with the taste! Hang in there and remember to drink you don't want to become dehydrated :) Debbie
   — fortywhat2

September 15, 2011
I had RNY in September of 2010. I remember not wanting to drink anything after surgery. I still have to make myself eat. You MUST get your protein. You eat to survive now instead for enjoyment or comfort or to satisfy hunger. So don't give up!! You are still healing and need that protein!! It will be worth it. I'm below goal and very pleased with results! I'm actually going to be in a fashion show on Saturday !! Hang in there it will get better!
   — loveMIfun

September 15, 2011
Thank you all soo much for your responses! I enjoy coming here for much needed answers & support . I am gonna try the Carnation Instant Breakfast. What protein shakes tastes like fruit punch? That sounds good. Thanks again.
   — lovemybebes

September 16, 2011
I also had trouble getting my fluids in when i had surgery 02/17/2011. What i did was made my powerade zero or any sugar free item into slushies it was easier that way. Here is 2 other site with protein meal replacemtent www.chikenutrition.com and protein shakes www.healthsmartfoods.com there flavors are really good my favorite is banana.Hope this helps..Just hang in there it get better...
   — ddeeeeanna