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So Im a little confused still and dont know if Im doing this right. I know that you can drink up to 5 min before eating and your not suppose to drink anything for 1hr after eating, but its almost impossible for me. Are you not to have any liquid at all or are you just not suppose to drink more then you just ate? I really enjoy having a nice cup of water to wash everything down, but then of course sometimes it hurts to. I dont want to call the Dr and ask because most of you can tell me what Im doing wrong and I wont feel dumb for asking.
Thanks Wendy
Thanks Wendy
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I have to have a little drink with my meals especially if something is rough on me like plain tuna... I need something to put in my mouth to moisten it, chew it up easier and swallow it so its softer. Just sips, though nothing more.
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what i do is wait until all the food had hit the small stomach then i go for it. for me it is impossible to eat and not drink but take your time and don't gulp!
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I feel your pain! I too need a little something to wash things down. As I have been told, fluid takes up space in your stomach, and it tends to wash things through resulting in less absorbtion of nutrients. Not good. However I find that I do better with my food if I take a little sip here and there. Well...there is one person's story. Hope it is of some help. Take care!
butterflyxlife
I was told not to drink 30 min previous, and 30-45 min. after - which hasn't been too hard since I've been on the liquid diet anyways.. so meals are.. liquid..
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