by Willijan » Sun Jun 11, 2017 6:14 pm
Steve, Here is my experience in a somewhat comparable situation. I broke my hip 2 years ago in a fluke fall while dancing. I had to have pins inserted, then keep my weight off of it for 6 weeks. I could walk with a walker, but I could not put more than the weight of my foot on the ground.
After 6 weeks, I began walking immediately. The doctors thought I was doing exceptionally well. I was annoyed because I limped. Had physical therapy, where they had me do a few stretches, and very soon I no longer limped. Since then, I have continued to do well. Most people think I am amazing for my age and can't believe I am 68.
I have been on the McD diet since 2012. I eat beans and lentils, but not a lot, just when I am in the mood for them. I almost never eat tofu. I mainly eat oatmeal, potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, some bread, corn tortillas, and fruits and vegetables. I take no supplements except B-12.
My surgeon told me to drink lots of milk, and I ignored that.
So based on my experience, and what Dr. McDougall says, I don't think I needed any extra protein. In fact, I think it would have been bad for me.
You have to remember, your nurse probably doesn't know anything like the truth about how to eat.