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Second question is about the pre-op diet. I am on a clear liquid diet for 2 weeks post op. How am I supposed to get my protein?

I saw this on another thread and thought it be helpful to you.

Then the best discovery was this bouillon stuff my daughter found called BETTER THAN BOUILLON. It has 42 grams of protein per serving (vs. the 5 in those cubes). I've been adding a spoon of the BTB to other foods to get the extra protein (and flavor).