Surgery Monday April 18
Congrats on your 4/18 surgery. I hope everything goes great.
The first few weeks are the most difficult (but critical) getting used to the 64oz of fluids and protein, in my opinion. I suggest pre planning. For several months after my surgery, I always premeasured both protein and water.
For water - I took 3 blender bottles (20+ oz size) and filled them up. I had to finish them daily.
Mine have measurements down the side. So I would sip about 4 - 5 oz every hour.....15 hours and I'd finish that goal. I don't premeasure any more but I'm always aware of how much I've already consumed.
For protein--a little more difficult. Almost a year out and I still have a protein shake every morning. Some are premade and sometimes I make my own with water/milk, protein powder and flavoring. I've never been much of a breakfast person, so this is a great start to my day.
For me---the key has been planning and breaking the needs down to an hourly schedule until it becomes more habit than anything.
Hope that helps.
The first few weeks are the most difficult (but critical) getting used to the 64oz of fluids and protein, in my opinion. I suggest pre planning. For several months after my surgery, I always premeasured both protein and water.
For water - I took 3 blender bottles (20+ oz size) and filled them up. I had to finish them daily.
Mine have measurements down the side. So I would sip about 4 - 5 oz every hour.....15 hours and I'd finish that goal. I don't premeasure any more but I'm always aware of how much I've already consumed.
For protein--a little more difficult. Almost a year out and I still have a protein shake every morning. Some are premade and sometimes I make my own with water/milk, protein powder and flavoring. I've never been much of a breakfast person, so this is a great start to my day.
For me---the key has been planning and breaking the needs down to an hourly schedule until it becomes more habit than anything.
Hope that helps.
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