Connect
← Return to What restrictions, if any, are in place 6 weeks + after the Whipple?
Discussion
What restrictions, if any, are in place 6 weeks + after the Whipple?
Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Jul 31, 2025 | Replies (8)Comment receiving replies
I am impressed, you are obviously focused on your recovery! Good job! Can I ask how old you are?
So I guess, I could get back on the treadmill, I wasn't sure. Right now walking my dogs - 1-1.5 miles a day. Do you have other helpful information regarding diet - how to eat enough protein or enough anything? I just do not like any of the hi-protein shakes, mixing some (Carnation Breakfast Hi-protein) with milk and ice cream and protein powder, and getting this down, maybe 3/4 c. as a snack. Another problem is if I find something I like and know it’s good for me to eat, I have it daily…then 3 days later, I just cannot eat it anymore (cottage cheese). Have to continually try to find something else - gets a bit frustrating!
Happy you are going forward with good progress!
Replies to "I am impressed, you are obviously focused on your recovery! Good job! Can I ask how..."
Connect
I am 74. Before surgery I did a lot of walking (4 or 5 miles per day at a 4 mph clip). I also did several weight lifting exercises but mainly “planks” and leg-lifts. My nurses at the hospital provided strong encouragement to walk with my IV tower, claiming they wouldn’t release me until I could prove I could be mobile.
As for protein, I found the Shamrock Farms chocolate shake which has around 30 gm protein per 12 oz with no added sugar. I also bought lots of cans of chicken breast, tuna and salmon at Costco. I added mayo, relish and onion to make 3 flavors of salad that I ate with crackers and/or toast. Lots of protein in those “meals” and I rotated through them for a change of flavor. To help with weight gain, I added Keto Brand and Nick’s Brand Ice Creams. They are low carb, high fat. They also have about 7 gm protein per serving.
I am making good progress and it is not easy. As a friend told me, it’s the PATIENT in PATIENCE. I hope you find something that works consistently for you!