what kind of Broth do I buy?

raynie · 10-17-2006, 12:31 PM

Hellos, call me an idiot, but I have no idea what kind of broth to get. I pray it is not something that I have to make on my own. Is there a brand I should buy? Like Campbells? In a can?
there are so many- like chicken broth, beef broth, veg broth.... etc.
I am so clueless please help me.... I wanted to stock up before my surgery. Also they say *clear liquids* that is broth right? and just water? I cant think of anything else that is clear. Give me some ideas please..........lol
~Raynie!

TruBlueSue · 10-17-2006, 01:08 PM

raynie it really depends on your doc - mine said anything that would be liquid at room temp...which included popsicles, jello, etc...as for broth - what do you like? I bought swanson's aseptic liters of chicken broth - they helped, plus they can be stored in the fridge after you open them...not like the can...

**Alexandra** · 10-17-2006, 01:30 PM

What kind of broth? Any kind you like! And once you're on "full liquids" you can progress to any sort of soup that tickles your fancy. Have fun!!

derbygirl · 10-17-2006, 03:12 PM

If your doc says it's okay, try draining the chicken and noodles out of Campbell's Chicken and Noodles. It's waaaay better than plain broth.

I bought three BIG boxes of broth before my surgery, tasted it once the day of surgery, and refused to eat any more.

I don't know if I was supposed to eat the chicken and noodle (sans the chicken and noodle), but I'm still alive, so I say go for it!!

:p

**Wheetsin** · 10-17-2006, 03:45 PM

I can't remember the brand I bought, but it comes in boxes, has a white pour spout and a silver "pull tab" underneath. I buy the fat free, low sodium variety.

And I learned that I truly don't care for beef broth (no surprise since I don't really eat red meat), but that chicken broth can be quite good.

I never used to by it, probably because I never used to cook, we ALWAYS ate out. Now I cook most meals... and I always have some on hand, and use it in place of water for most of my cooking.

NowNotSoBigGuy · 10-19-2006, 06:30 AM

During the last days of week one post-op (the clear liquids stage), I experimented with egg drop soup. I strained the "egg" portion and just ate the "soup" part. There were tiny chucnks of chicken in there that caused me no problem. I progressed to eating small portions of the "egg" part, very well chewed. Egg Drop soup is an excellent source of protein, not to mention a whole lot most appetizing that straight chicken broth.

Just remember: it gets better, the first two weeks are the toughest. Be sure to get enough protein.

soniacan · 10-19-2006, 08:39 AM

i don't care for the campbell's chicekn broth (maybe cuz I bought the low-sodium). But dominck's has their Organic soup in a box and i like their vegatarian vegatable. I add some rosemary seasoning and it helps.

piercedqt78 · 10-19-2006, 09:35 AM

some other clear liquids are gatorade, propel, kool aid, apple juice, coffee (no cream) tea, anything you can see light through. I was also allowed popsicles and jello. I made icees, a bit of my drink blended with some ice, it helped with the swelling and made me feel like I was eating something. ~Mandy

raynie · 10-19-2006, 11:52 AM

Thanks guys! its a relief to know I dont have to make my own broth from scratch! You have great ideas, and the egg soup sounds yummy! Can I ask another dumb question?
so..... If I can only have Clear Liquids for the first week or two- does it matter how many calories or how much protein I consume? Like do I have to have 60 g of protein? How is this possiable? I looked at a can of broth, It says 1 g of protein. hrmm... just a little confused is all. And during this week or two of clear liquids- I will not be drinking any protein shakes, right? Ok thanks everyone!

piercedqt78 · 10-19-2006, 01:58 PM

There are tons of protien drinks that are clear. Check out the vitamin shoppe online there are sooo many protien choices. ~Mandy

harlito · 10-19-2006, 02:24 PM

The first week I had Swanson Chicken broth (low sodium), sugar-free Jello and Hi-Protein Boost. I would drink about a cup of broth, 1/2 a bottle of the Boost and about about half a cup of the Jello - 3 times a day. Add to that water, water, water and more water!
The chicken broth does taste good when it is all you can really eat. I would look forward to it. But by the next week I was loving pea soup. It's amazing what you will consider a "reward" after the liquid phase.