I found a protein bar at Costco and Sams. The brand is Detour. They are less than $1.00 a bar. Each is about 180 calories and have 15 grams of protein. I allow myself only one a day, but they...
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I found a protein bar at Costco and Sams. The brand is Detour. They are less than $1.00 a bar. Each is about 180 calories and have 15 grams of protein. I allow myself only one a day, but they...
I am divorced and live alone. I had my surgery 12/14/2011 and was 67 at the time. I am 68 this month. I have been able to stop my BP and chlosterol meds. I was alone from the start, but had a...
I was on clear liquids only for three days post op. Then just the protein shakes and full liquids. Maybe he is progressing his diet too quickly. I know every MD has a differnet post op diet, so I...
My guess is with general anesthesia you had a tube down your throat for breating. I also had a tube from my nose to my stomach until the evening on the day of my surgery. The nasel tube is AWFUL...
Thanks from me also.
I've had a couple episodes of hick-ups also. That's no picnic. Fortunately they didn't last very long. Headache is gone today. Don't know for how long the stomach muscles will hurt, but you have...
Yes, I've had a headache also. I think it is the pain med. I'm trying to watch how much pain med I take today, and the headache seems to be easing up. As far as the left shoulder pain, I was told...
Had my surgery on the same date. Got home yesterday. Belly still pretty sore. Clear liquids contiue until tomorrow, then I can have the protein shakes. Actually I am really looking forward to...
I can only give you my opinion. You really need to talk to your MD and get his opinion. Mine told me I could choose either. But I am 67 and only have about 100 pounds to loose. The way I see it...
I understand completely. I started 9/26 and I am soooo hungry. Have been drinking the Unjury with the 60 calorie almond milk. Friday when I got home from work, skipped the shake and just went to...
Just the same as most. Liquid protein drinks 2 weeks prior to surgery and watch or stop any vitamins and supplements before surgery. Just take the Rx meds.
I found out Friday that insurance has approved. First date for surgery available was 10/10. Wish it was sooner, as now that the decisio is made, I'm ready right now. I like the forums for support...