A growing body of research shows that your gut and brain communicate constantly through hormones, nerves, and immune pathways
However, this is a form of self-medication, which is risky without professional oversight
Cardiovascular Considerations Both peptides affect blood pressure through their melanocortin system activity, but their different selectivity profiles may influence cardiovascular effects differently
The figures below are approximate ranges and can vary by surgeon, hospital, and scope of the procedure

Liquid & Smooth Options Protein shake (plain or lightly flavored): aim for 20+ grams of protein, low sugar Greek yogurt smoothie: blend plain Greek yogurt with a small frozen banana and a splash of milk Cottage cheese blended with berries: smooth texture, very easy to digest High-protein overnight oats (made with Greek yogurt or protein powder): ready when you wake up Warm bone broth with a soft-boiled egg on the side: gentle and hydrating No-Cook Options Plain Greek yogurt (0% or 2%) with chia seeds and a few berries Cottage cheese cup with a drizzle of honey String cheese and a hard-boiled egg is portable and filling Ricotta cheese on a thin rice cakecreamy and light Sliced turkey rolled with a slice of cheese Edamame (frozen, microwaved) with a pinch of salt (also great for snacking) Half an avocado with a soft-boiled egg on the side Peanut butter on a small slice of whole grain toast, paired with a glass of milk for added protein A small handful of mixed nuts with 1 piece of string cheese Low-fat cheese quesadilla (small, half a tortilla)quick and gentle Warm & Cooked Options (5 minutes or Less) 2 scrambled eggs, soft-cooked, nothing addedsimple and effective Microwave egg mug: crack 2 eggs in a mug, add a tablespoon of cottage cheese, microwave 90 seconds Egg white omelet with one handful of spinachlight and easy Soft-cooked oatmeal with a scoop of protein powder stirred in Small bowl of warm miso soup with a soft-boiled egg All of these take under 5 minutes
