Wired jaw nutritional suggestions

camily · 09-17-2009, 10:55 AM

About a week and a half ago my husband broke his jaw on both sides in a freak church league slow pitch softball accident

. It's been the week from hell. Long story short he's wired for 5wks and had a plate and 4 screws put in. So far I've been pureeing everything we eat and he's liking it. Still, I see weight loss happening although it is minor so far. I'm wanting to add calories and protein to his "meals". Is there something I can buy to add large amounts? I know GNC has the protein shake mix I can get but if anyone has any suggestions for meals, care, supplements etc I'd love it.

mAlice · 09-17-2009, 10:56 AM

Chocolate malts.

libertytyranny · 09-17-2009, 10:59 AM

The best way to gain weight..and what they often tell cancer pts..is melted ice cream. haha. If you dont want to go that route, and want to do it healthier they have high calorie nutrition dense shakes...something like an ensure or two a day would probably really help for awhile..

*aps45819* ^(Premo) · 09-17-2009, 11:03 AM

Steak and potatoes in a blender

camily · 09-17-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by mAlice

Chocolate malts.

He loves those. Last night I made him a huge shake.

*Dye Tied* ^(Premo) · 09-17-2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by camily

About a week and a half ago my husband broke his jaw on both sides in a freak church league slow pitch softball accident

. It's been the week from hell. Long story short he's wired for 5wks and had a plate and 4 screws put in. So far I've been pureeing everything we eat and he's liking it. Still, I see weight loss happening although it is minor so far. I'm wanting to add calories and protein to his "meals". Is there something I can buy to add large amounts? I know GNC has the protein shake mix I can get but if anyone has any suggestions for meals, care, supplements etc I'd love it.

How does he feel about the weight loss?

camily · 09-17-2009, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by aps45819

Steak and potatoes in a blender

Last night he had North Carolina BBQ and cole slaw in one cup and baked beans in aother. He loved it. The night before it was rib meat. It all looks the same but actually not too bad. I've tasted everything I've given him.

kwillia · 09-17-2009, 11:07 AM

Maybe he'll listen to you next time.

camily · 09-17-2009, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Dye Tied

How does he feel about the weight loss?

He's trying to avoid it as well. He's 5'10" and about 155 or so.

camily · 09-17-2009, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kwillia

Maybe he'll listen to you next time.

His boss came by the other day for a visit and said he thought for sure I had taken him out.

09-17-2009, 10:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
camily Peace Member Since: Nov 2004 Location: waldorf Posts: 12,631	Wired jaw nutritional suggestions About a week and a half ago my husband broke his jaw on both sides in a freak church league slow pitch softball accident . It's been the week from hell. Long story short he's wired for 5wks and had a plate and 4 screws put in. So far I've been pureeing everything we eat and he's liking it. Still, I see weight loss happening although it is minor so far. I'm wanting to add calories and protein to his "meals". Is there something I can buy to add large amounts? I know GNC has the protein shake mix I can get but if anyone has any suggestions for meals, care, supplements etc I'd love it. __________________ When someone shows you who they are, believe them.~Maya Angelou www.childrensnational.org
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mAlice professional daydreamer Member Since: Mar 2001 Location: Wonderland Posts: 31,966	Chocolate malts. __________________ #### you. I have enough friends. “I do not feel that I deserve to be in the company of so many of the transformative figures” ~BHO
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