Question:
Can I count the water that I use in my protein shake in the 64 oz per day rule?

Per directions on my protien shake, I am suppose to use 8 oz of water. I plan to have two of those a day. Can I count the 16 oz of water that I used as part of my 64 oz?    — S A. (posted on May 26, 2003)

May 26, 2003
Sondra, According to my surgeon, anything we drink that isn't caffeinated counts toward our 64 ounce fluid comsumption. Counting my protein drink and any juice I might have, I always get from 64 - 90 ounces of fluid a day.
   — Patty_Butler

May 26, 2003
Yep, liquid is fluid, as long as not with caffeine.
   — Sharon B.

May 26, 2003
I don't count the water in my protein shakes. Aparently my body doesn't count it, either. I drink 6-8 shakes per day. Pity.
   — vitalady

May 26, 2003
According to my surgeon it counts toward the fluid for the day. I'm with the others, anything not caffienated counts. Hope this helps.
   — Robin V.