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Yes, my left side incision is still giving me troubles too. It feels like there is a big stich going from it to under my spleen. I am fine for the most part, but when twisting or bending over it pulls pretty good. I also find the annoying pain if I am sitting down and slump over. Guess I shouldn't slump, huh. lol

Maybe there is something to this Dallas connection! lol

I too experienced the same thing with mashed potatoes. My doc said it is the starch swelling in your tummy that makes you sick. Happens to some and not to others. Still haven't tried them again since getting sick. It woke me at 4am with cramps and light headedness. And I felt like poo-poo, doo-doo, cock-a the entire day.

I have no problems drinking. I do not have to sip any longer. I actually take about 3 small gulps.

That is so awesome that you are now off your meds. What a blessing. Chin up, sister!!

Shame on your husband for not being there for you. I will keep you in my prayers.

http://heartspring.net/list_of_high_protein_foods.html

Well...I happen to like the Chicken Soup, but I add things to it like...onion powder, garlic powder, and a little pepper. However, I wasn't to thrilled about the Choc Splendor or vanilla, so I found some good recipes to liven them up. Now, for the first 21 days I'm on FULL liquids and my surgeon says, "if you can get it thru a strainer you can have it." So here are some ideas and recipes you can try:

Get sugar free coffee Syrups...You can add a teaspoon or so to totally change the taste. Lollicup, USA

Get Sugar Free Jello and Jello pudding mixes...add a tablespoon of the dry powder to your drink. Yummy!!

Here are some recipes from theworldaccordingtoeggface.com. I love them!!!!
Note: If you don't do Soy milk (like me) just use 1% milk. Also, if the recipe calls for "flavored" soy milk, just use the 1% milk and flavor with the coffee syrup.
chocolate Monkey
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate Protein
1/2 a banana
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
strawberry Banana smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
1/2 banana
3 whole frozen strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Split
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 banana
1/4 cup chopped pineapple
2 frozen strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Blueberry Bonanza Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup frozen or fresh blueberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Chocolate Covered Cherry
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein
10-12 frozen or fresh cherries
optional: 1 tsp. of SF Cherry Torani Syrup or a drop of cherry extract
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Silky Latte
4 oz. Silk brand Mocha soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Silky Mocha
4 oz. Silk brand Mocha soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Smoothie
4 oz. Vitasoy Peppermint Chocolate soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
pumpkin Spice Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup canned pumpkin (chilled)
Dash of pumpkin pie spice
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
berry Berry Good Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup frozen or fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mochachinno
8 oz. cold coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Egg Nog Protein shake
4 oz. Silk Nog soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
Dash of nutmeg
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder. Blend on low then high till well blended. Dash of nutmeg on top.
Pina Colada
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup pineapple
1 Tbs. SF Coconut Torani Syrup (I've also used 2 T. of unsweetened coconut from the health food store or Baker's catalog)
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Peanut Butter Cup
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 Tbs. peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
2-3 ice cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Cherry Vanilla Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz 1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
5-6 maraschino cherries
1 Tbs. SF French Vanilla Torani Syrup
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Chocolate Caramel Protein Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 Tbs. SF Caramel Torani Syrup
3 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz 1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 banana
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Strawberry Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
3-4 Frozen Whole Strawberries
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Lemon Meringue Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Lemon Pudding Powder
2 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Green Giant
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Pistachio Pudding Powder
2 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Butterscotch Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Butterscotch Pudding Powder
2 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Strawberry Cheesecake Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Cheesecake Pudding Powder
3-4 Frozen or Fresh Strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Vanilla Spice Protein Shake
4 oz. Silk Spice soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Dash Cinnamon
Dash Nutmeg
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Chocolate Almond Protein Smoothie
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 T. Almond Butter
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mango Madness Protein Smoothie
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Joe Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 banana
1/2 shot of espresso or 1/4 cup fresh coffee or 1 tsp instant coffee
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Carrot Cake Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. Silk Spice soy milk (if you use Vanilla or Plain Milk add more cinnamon and nutmeg)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup frozen sliced carrots
1 Tablespoon Cream cheese
Dash Cinnamon
Dash Nutmeg
Place liquids in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mango Banana Protein Lassi
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
4 oz. water
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 Tbs. SF Vanilla Torani Syrup
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 Banana (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Protein Smoothie
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 Banana (fresh or frozen)
Dash Cinnamon
Dash Nutmeg
2-3 Ice Cubes
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mocha Banana Joe Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop Chocolate protein powder
1/2 banana
1 tsp instant espresso powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mocha Joe Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop Chocolate protein powder
1 tsp instant espresso powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Peach Cobbler Protein Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup frozen sliced peaches
dash cinnamon
dash nutmeg
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended
Mango Banana Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup frozen mango chunks
1/2 a banana
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Gingersnap Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/2-3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 Tablespoon Starbuck's SF Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
dash of cinnamon
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Strawberry Mango Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
1/4 cup frozen mango chunks
3 whole strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Bread Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
1 T. SF Jello Banana Pudding Mix, dry
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
dash Nutmeg
dash Ground Cloves
1/2 Banana, frozen
2-3 Ice Cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended. Top with another dash of nutmeg.
Shelly's Cherry Berry Banana Protein Smoothie (for 2)
8 oz. Vanilla Soy Milk
8 oz. Water
2 scoops Vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 Banana
4-5 whole Frozen Strawberries
1/2 cup Frozen Cherries
2-3 Tablespoons Sugar Free Black Cherry Torani Syrup
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Shelly's Banana Protein Mochacchino
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Torani Syrup (I use SF Vanilla)
1/2 a Banana
1 scoop Click Espresso Protein Powder
1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder
3-4 Ice Cubes
Add liquid, then powders, then additions and blend on high. I serve it with a squirt of SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream.
Shelly's Tiramisu Protein Shake
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free DaVinci Kahlua Syrup
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Jello Cheesecake Pudding Mix, dry
1 scoop Click Espresso Protein Powder
1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder
3-4 Ice Cubes
Add liquid, then powders and blend on high. I serve it with a squirt of SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream and a dusting of unsweetened Cocoa.
Shelly's Pistachio Banana Protein Shake
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Torani Syrup (I used SF Vanilla)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Jello Pistachio Pudding Mix, dry
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 a Banana
3-4 Ice Cubes
Add liquid, then powders, then banana and ice. Blend on high. I served it with a squirt of SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream and a few chopped pistachios.
Shelly's Cherry Berry Cottage Smoothie
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use any milk)
1/2 cup Frozen Pitted Cherries
2-3 Frozen Strawberries
1/4 cup Cottage Cheese (I used storebought Pineapple Cottage Cheese)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Black Cherry Torani Syrup
Whiz in blender till smooth. Top with Sugar Free Land o Lakes Whipped Cream, optional.
Shelly's PB&J Protein Shake
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Torani Raspberry Syrup (on sale now)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Strawberry Jam (I used Smucker's Simply Fruit)
1 Tablespoon PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter (or regular Peanut Butter)
3-4 Ice Cubes
Whiz in blender till smooth. Top with Sugar Free Land o Lakes Whipped Cream, optional.
Shelly's Café biscotti Protein Shake
8 oz. Vanilla Soy Milk (or Milk/Water Combo)
1 scoop of Max/Ultimate Cookies & Cream Protein Powder
1 packet of Instant Coffee Crystals
2 Tablespoons Sugar Free Vanilla Torani Syrup (on sale now)
a couple of Ice Cubes
Optional topping: SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream
Whiz in blender till smooth. Top with Sugar Free Land o Lakes Whipped Cream, optional.

I'm going to sell my first born child (now that he's 25 and apparently doesn't need me anymore =() to be able to afford the removal of my apron and to lift up my socks with marbles in them!!!

Well...I happen to like the Chicken Soup, but I add things to it like...onion powder, garlic powder, and a little pepper. However, I wasn't to thrilled about the Choc Splendor or vanilla, so I found some good recipes to liven them up. Now, for the first 21 days I'm on FULL liquids and my surgeon says, "if you can get it thru a strainer you can have it." So here are some ideas and recipes you can try:

Get sugar free coffee Syrups...You can add a teaspoon or so to totally change the taste. Lollicup, USA

Get Sugar Free Jello and Jello pudding mixes...add a tablespoon of the dry powder to your drink. Yummy!!

Here are some recipes from theworldaccordingtoeggface.com. I love them!!!!
Note: If you don't do Soy milk (like me) just use 1% milk. Also, if the recipe calls for "flavored" soy milk, just use the 1% milk and flavor with the coffee syrup.
chocolate Monkey
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate Protein
1/2 a banana
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
strawberry Banana smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
1/2 banana
3 whole frozen strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Split
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 banana
1/4 cup chopped pineapple
2 frozen strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Blueberry Bonanza Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup frozen or fresh blueberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Chocolate Covered Cherry
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein
10-12 frozen or fresh cherries
optional: 1 tsp. of SF Cherry Torani Syrup or a drop of cherry extract
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Silky Latte
4 oz. Silk brand Mocha soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Silky Mocha
4 oz. Silk brand Mocha soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Smoothie
4 oz. Vitasoy Peppermint Chocolate soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
pumpkin Spice Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup canned pumpkin (chilled)
Dash of pumpkin pie spice
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
berry Berry Good Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup frozen or fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mochachinno
8 oz. cold coffee
1 scoop chocolate protein
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Egg Nog Protein shake
4 oz. Silk Nog soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
Dash of nutmeg
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder. Blend on low then high till well blended. Dash of nutmeg on top.
Pina Colada
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup pineapple
1 Tbs. SF Coconut Torani Syrup (I've also used 2 T. of unsweetened coconut from the health food store or Baker's catalog)
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Peanut Butter Cup
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 Tbs. peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
2-3 ice cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Cherry Vanilla Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz 1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
5-6 maraschino cherries
1 Tbs. SF French Vanilla Torani Syrup
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Chocolate Caramel Protein Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 Tbs. SF Caramel Torani Syrup
3 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz 1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
1/2 banana
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Strawberry Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
3-4 Frozen Whole Strawberries
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Lemon Meringue Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Lemon Pudding Powder
2 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Green Giant
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Pistachio Pudding Powder
2 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Butterscotch Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Butterscotch Pudding Powder
2 Ice Cubes
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Strawberry Cheesecake Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1 T. SF Jello Cheesecake Pudding Powder
3-4 Frozen or Fresh Strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Vanilla Spice Protein Shake
4 oz. Silk Spice soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Dash Cinnamon
Dash Nutmeg
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Chocolate Almond Protein Smoothie
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
4 oz. water
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 T. Almond Butter
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mango Madness Protein Smoothie
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Joe Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 banana
1/2 shot of espresso or 1/4 cup fresh coffee or 1 tsp instant coffee
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Carrot Cake Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. Silk Spice soy milk (if you use Vanilla or Plain Milk add more cinnamon and nutmeg)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup frozen sliced carrots
1 Tablespoon Cream cheese
Dash Cinnamon
Dash Nutmeg
Place liquids in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mango Banana Protein Lassi
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
4 oz. water
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 Tbs. SF Vanilla Torani Syrup
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 Banana (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Protein Smoothie
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/2 Banana (fresh or frozen)
Dash Cinnamon
Dash Nutmeg
2-3 Ice Cubes
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mocha Banana Joe Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop Chocolate protein powder
1/2 banana
1 tsp instant espresso powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Mocha Joe Protein Shake
4 oz. water
4 oz. vanilla soy milk
1 scoop Chocolate protein powder
1 tsp instant espresso powder
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Peach Cobbler Protein Shake
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup frozen sliced peaches
dash cinnamon
dash nutmeg
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended
Mango Banana Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup frozen mango chunks
1/2 a banana
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Gingersnap Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
1/2-3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 Tablespoon Starbuck's SF Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
dash of cinnamon
2-3 ice cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Strawberry Mango Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop vanilla protein
1/4 cup frozen mango chunks
3 whole strawberries
Place water in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Banana Bread Protein Smoothie
8 oz. water or 4 oz.1% or soy milk/4 oz. water
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
1 T. SF Jello Banana Pudding Mix, dry
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
dash Nutmeg
dash Ground Cloves
1/2 Banana, frozen
2-3 Ice Cubes
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended. Top with another dash of nutmeg.
Shelly's Cherry Berry Banana Protein Smoothie (for 2)
8 oz. Vanilla Soy Milk
8 oz. Water
2 scoops Vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 Banana
4-5 whole Frozen Strawberries
1/2 cup Frozen Cherries
2-3 Tablespoons Sugar Free Black Cherry Torani Syrup
Place liquid in the blender first, then powder, then additions. Blend on low then high till well blended.
Shelly's Banana Protein Mochacchino
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Torani Syrup (I use SF Vanilla)
1/2 a Banana
1 scoop Click Espresso Protein Powder
1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder
3-4 Ice Cubes
Add liquid, then powders, then additions and blend on high. I serve it with a squirt of SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream.
Shelly's Tiramisu Protein Shake
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free DaVinci Kahlua Syrup
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Jello Cheesecake Pudding Mix, dry
1 scoop Click Espresso Protein Powder
1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder
3-4 Ice Cubes
Add liquid, then powders and blend on high. I serve it with a squirt of SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream and a dusting of unsweetened Cocoa.
Shelly's Pistachio Banana Protein Shake
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Torani Syrup (I used SF Vanilla)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Jello Pistachio Pudding Mix, dry
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
1/2 a Banana
3-4 Ice Cubes
Add liquid, then powders, then banana and ice. Blend on high. I served it with a squirt of SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream and a few chopped pistachios.
Shelly's Cherry Berry Cottage Smoothie
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use any milk)
1/2 cup Frozen Pitted Cherries
2-3 Frozen Strawberries
1/4 cup Cottage Cheese (I used storebought Pineapple Cottage Cheese)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Black Cherry Torani Syrup
Whiz in blender till smooth. Top with Sugar Free Land o Lakes Whipped Cream, optional.
Shelly's PB&J Protein Shake
1 cup Vanilla Soy Milk (you can use ANY milk or milk/water combo. I'm a soy girl)
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Torani Raspberry Syrup (on sale now)
1 Tablespoon Sugar Free Strawberry Jam (I used Smucker's Simply Fruit)
1 Tablespoon PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter (or regular Peanut Butter)
3-4 Ice Cubes
Whiz in blender till smooth. Top with Sugar Free Land o Lakes Whipped Cream, optional.
Shelly's Café biscotti Protein Shake
8 oz. Vanilla Soy Milk (or Milk/Water Combo)
1 scoop of Max/Ultimate Cookies & Cream Protein Powder
1 packet of Instant Coffee Crystals
2 Tablespoons Sugar Free Vanilla Torani Syrup (on sale now)
a couple of Ice Cubes
Optional topping: SF Land o Lakes Whipped Cream
Whiz in blender till smooth. Top with Sugar Free Land o Lakes Whipped Cream, optional.

What a great thing to do for others. Thank you!

I am so ready...no matter what level of pain I experience. I'm looking forward to losing my hip-twin! In my 20's I weighed 125, now I am twice as big. A whole other me attached to the hip!!

Anyway, thanks again for sharing!

Hey guys,

Was doing some research and ran across this article. Thought y'all may be interested as I've seen some posts asking about long-term results.
VSG 5-year results for weight loss
Can hardly wait for a surgery date!!