amysmith2261
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How in the world does everyone get the water in postop?. I rarely I am hitting 48 oz! And that is a struggle. I DK if its because I am drinking 2 to 3 protein shakes a day so i am not that thirsty or what? Any suggestions?
How in the world does everyone get the water in postop?. I rarely I am hitting 48 oz! And that is a struggle. I DK if its because I am drinking 2 to 3 protein shakes a day so i am not that thirsty or what? Any suggestions?
Mine too! That really does help!My surgical team allows me to count every liquid - protein shakes, broth, hot tea, juice and so forth -, whatever I drink as part of my 64 ounces of "water". Talk to your surgical team. When you factor in your protein shakes 2-3 of those and 48 oz of water - you're well over the 64 oz mark.
I really wish doctors would emphasize the water requirement way before surgery is ever scheduled. Get people on the path to this essential habit that is somewhat easy! I was a lucky that back when I lost significant weight at age 19, water or Crystal Light was pushed hard. A gallon a day was the goal. I started with four, 32 oz tumblers of crystal light iced tea or lemonade each day. Within a week, I was up to adding in a plain water in between each crystal light drink. So within 2 months I had completely converted to plain water, 32 oz at a time, 8 times per day. 256 ounces of water, 2 gallons a day. Through the ups and downs with my weight, this was the only routine that I adhered to religiously. I felt it was the least I could do for my otherwise neglected body. And this was such a huge" advantage I had comfortably in place during recovery.