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How can we get this product in that good-tasting coffee we all love? Protein ONE™ Complete Meal Replacement with Multivitamin, Calcium & Iron
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I need recommendations for the best tasting protein powders and drinks. I do not like the taste of artificial sweeteners, but recognize I'll have to get used to those. I guess I want to hear from you, because there aren't good sample sized packages to try out new stuff. It's usually a $35 or more investment, and if I hate something, that's a lot of money to waste. Everyone is recommending Fairlife, and they're fine. They don't make me gag or anything, but they're not my favorite. I've never had a protein powder or protein drink that I liked. What do you think? If there isn't something just off the shelf, what types of recipes have you used? Does unflavored protein powder really have no flavor? What do you mix it with to make it palatable? Thank you!
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What to do, am in a very difficult situation with my weight and options
Angieee posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Here we go, currently 35 F. Since I was 21 I have seen an endocrinologist for what seemed like an unknown hormone disorder. They didn't diagnosis with anything but monitored me for years. I had severe cystic acne, Hidrianitus suppurativa hirsutism and I struggled with my weight (always). My weight was not that much of a problem at the time (I was 160, 5'7) but I felt like I was heavier than I should be for what I ate. I was not diagnosed with PCOS because I had regular periods and normal test results. But the doctor told me he wanted to continue to see me. Years later in 2022 my weight skyrocketed to 230 pounds in about a 18 month period. It was shocking, never have I been that heavy. It was awful. I didn't change me diet. The sent me to a nutritionist but I didn't lose weight. It was like weight-loss was impossible. The endocrinologist has no answers and I got a second opinion. Again no answers. Then in 2024 I was the same weight but my asthma was becoming incredibly severe. My lung function was down to 70 present and I was frequently hospitalized last year. They told me my weight was worsening my asthma. I told them I couldn't lose weight. I got desperate and from June to November I ate 400 calories a day and only drank water. I lost 30 pounds. I had no choice but to do this. It was crazy, it was dangerous and I passed out twice but I had no choice. I was dying anyway. By December I started upping my calories to 700 and by January I was eating 1200 calories. My lung function improved to 86 percent and my asthma was suddenly improving based on test results. The troubling thing recently is in the last two months I've regained 11 pounds. I'm only eating what my nutritionist recommends. I'm now at the point of wondering if Gastric Bypass is for me. I clearly can not lose weight easily on my own, worsening obesity makes me sicker. The weigh comes back far too quickly. Would this be the right decision for me? -
My Gastric bypass surgery is scheduled for August 18, 2025 and here in Hawaii, our liquid diet is only for the first 2 days after surgery, then we move on to pureed for the next 2 weeks. I am trying to prepare because I know the day will be here shortly so just wanted to get some ideas of how most of you managed to get a lot of protein in with such small portions.
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I found this recipe in complete bariatric cookbook and meal plan. Thank goodness because I can’t do those sweet shakes no mo. Green Machine Protein Shake. It’s lightly tart and tangy. I taste the green apple essence and it’s creamy. Yum!
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Bone Broth Powder Protein vs. Whey Isolates
KimBaxleyWilson posted a topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I'm currently debating proteins with my husband. LOL He's sold on bone broth protein powder, but I keep reading about whey isolate. Which is better for bariatric patients?? -
How beneficial are Protein and Multivitamins to losing weight? I’m not doing either at the moment and I’m noticing that I’m not losing any weight
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Any whey protein isolate that dissolves well into everything?
Selina333 posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
About to buy some so need advice on ones with less taste change and most protein for less scoops! I know y'all will know the answers to these questions! Best group EVER!!! Thank you!! -
How can I intake more protein and more calories without eating a huge amount of food throughout the day, all day long? It's almost impossible for me to get in 3 meals a day, and small snacking all day isn't possible either. So what are some ways I can get in extra protein without heavy shakes/smoothies? Or some meals/snacks that have a lot of protein and/or calories in them, but aren't a huge amount of food (if that makes sense)! Thanks for the help in advance!
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I am having a hard time finding protein without whey or soy in them. I'm also allergic to nuts so that makes it even harder. My surgery is set for March 10th of this year. So I'm worried I'm not going to be able to find enough food or liquid protein to have after surgery. Because almost everybody only carries whey products. Has anybody else ran into this problem.
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I am researching Naked Whey protein powder, Nutricost or Quest? I need a good protein powder for my post run midday meal. I usually eat my lunch but there are times where my lunch is a little bit too heavy.
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When to stop drinking protein shakes?
AnV1986 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello! My surgery was September 9th, 2024, and I am still currently drinking one protein shake per day (Fairlife - 30 grams). I am wondering when I should give this up? It's not like I can't stand the drink, I actually like it still after all this time surprisingly. It's just that they are so darn expensive and kind of a pain in the rear to get (my mom orders from Sam's for me to save some $). I feel it's become a part of my normal daily routine but when did everyone else give them up?? It's been almost 5 months now. -
I had surgery on 12/2. I started my preop diet on 11/15. The entirety of the last 6 weeks has been nothing but just protein powder. Premixed protein drinks. Clear protein. I am to the point where I can actually no longer stomach any amount of protein drink. They have started making me nauseated. And a lot of it is that I have to take my time with them and I can't just down them quickly like I used to. So far I have tried: -All of the fairlifes. These used to be my absolute fav. So far, the regular nutrition plan 30g protein chocolate ones are the best, but hard for me to find, especially in bulk. The strawberry/strawberry banana ones and vanilla ones are way too sweet. -A lot of premier protein flavors are gross to me. They were gross before surgery and are extra gross now. Same with MuscleMilk brand. -I have unflavored Isopure that I put into a lot of things, and this is fine as long as someone else makes whatever I am drinking and doesn't tell me that they put protein powder in it. It's like I can immediately tell, which tells me this is mostly mental. -Dutch chocolate isopure powder. Okay, but still protein powder-ish. -Isopure clear drinks. So far these have been my favorites, but it's a lot of liquid for me to take in, 3x a day, especially when I'd just prefer plain ice water. -H2Protein: sometimes these are too sweet, sometimes they are okay. I just ordered some of the protein shots in hopes that maybe the 3oz size will make it easier to get my protein goals, which have been severely suffering these last two weeks. Any advice?
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Pureed foods. Yuck!!
AShimmerRemains replied to Monica Justice's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
Late to the party, but if anyone is still looking for puree options, some options from my program that werent blending meats include Pureed soups Refried beans Hummus Yogurt Applesauce Babyfood Oatmeal, cream of wheat, or grits made thin. For bonus points add in a scoop of protein powder Thin mashed potatoes. Add bone broth gravy for protein and moisture. Mashed sweet potato Fauxtato style cauliflower puree -
Cottage cheese 1 c is 30 (mix with with a savory protein powder for more), tofu is 1.5 cups for 30g, Greek yogurt is very different per brand but around 1.5c and will easily take on protein powder for flavor. Salmon and tuna are about 1/2 c per 25 but adding protein is harder. 5 eggs is 30. So for low volume boost… cottage cheese or Greek yogurt with the highest protein with a powdered protein mix in would likely be best. Using Seeq or another water flavoring protein powder is also great. Just remember don’t cook or dump your powder into hot stuff or it’ll separate and get grainy. Hall a cup Greek yogurt with a protein powder scoop is 40g of protein and is kinda awesome 20g per 1/4 cup for those with tiny tummies. Like a small planned snack or meal to bump you into the .8-1.2 g/kg of protein many shoot for with diet or lifting to save their own bodies’ protein from getting chewed on. I find only 60g or protein is needed to reduce/suppress my hunger though. Caution with using protein powder with cooking… it can separate as it heats and 2 often the fake sugars it’s packaged with are not allowed to be heated as they change to not so great chemicals. I need to look up which. I forget. But there are protein peanut butter bars, tofu pies etc if you want alternative solids. Pinterest has a bunch
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The BariatricPal Store carries a huge selection of Bariatric-friendly Protein drinks at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders. Here are some popular options: * Inspire Protein Powders by Bariatric Eating: These are my personal fave and can be found at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/inspire-protein * BariatricPal Protein ONE: MultiVitamin, Calcium, Iron, Fiber & Meal Replacement from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/brand_bariatricpal * Syntrax Nectar Protein Powder Sampler Variety Bag - All 17 Flavors! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/syntrax-nectar-protein-powder-sampler-variety-bag-all-17-flavors * GENEPRO Medical Grade Unflavored Protein Powder - 3rd Generation! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/genepro/products/genepro-medical-grade-unflavored-protein-powder-3rd-generation * Bariatric Advantage HPMR High Protein Meal Replacement - Available in 8 Flavors! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/bariatric-advantage-high-protein-meal-replacement * Protein tubs from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powder-tubs * Protein Smoothies from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/smoothies * Hot Protein Drinks & Soups are great alternatives to protein shakes: * Hot Protein Drinks: https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/hot-protein-drinks * Hot Protein Soups: https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/soups-bouillons-broths
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can you live entirely off protein the shakes??
Bessieboop1981 posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Hi guys, I wondered if any of you have decided to completely given up conventional food and have protein / meal replacement shakes instead post op. I have heard that this is absolutely fine to do as long as you are taking your supplements and drinking plenty of water. What's your thoughts/experiences? -
January 2025 Surgery Buddies!
Debbiedorey@icloud.com replied to Melissa💖💜💙's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
hi my paperwork says from week 3-4 purree and week 5-6 soft foods then onto normal food. I am also am missing savory food.. -
Bone Broth Powder Protein vs. Whey Isolates
NickelChip replied to KimBaxleyWilson's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
If it works with what you've been given for a diet plan, the unflavored whey powder (like Isopure) blends well into tomato soup or butternut bisque. I found that to be a delightful alternative to the sweet shakes. You might also buy Fairlife skim milk, which has 13g protein per 8oz serving, and blend with PB2 peanut butter powder (and a banana if allowed) for a really nice smoothie. Lastly, a few brands of the bariatric protein shakes make chicken, beef, or French onion flavored powders that you can heat up for a savory "shake". -
Having second thoughts
learn2cook replied to monikapaintsstuff's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
There’s no rush. Maybe a Sadi might be a better option? Take your time. -
Sticking to post-op plan working 80 hour weeks?
WendyJane replied to Chrys Kiy's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
Something else I do is bring tuna or salmon handi-packs to lunch with a plastic fork and eat that right out of the package, and a piece of fruit. There are so many options of those handi-packages too. I have also done the 3 compartment lunch boxes with a protein, a fruit and a veggie to give me variety, you can stuff those boxes in your lunch box and have them always available for you in the refrigerator. Those boxes were a life saver for me, I just do my meal prep during the weekends or when I am off. Have a great day. -
As far as breakfast is concerned, it's hard to go wrong with Greek Yogurt. You can add additional flavors to it if you like, throw some fruit on it, and maybe some granola (I add protein boosted granola), and you have a solid breakfast with 25-35 grams of protein depending on serving sizes. It's super portable if you need to eat at your desk (just keep the granola separate from the yogurt until ready to eat). Another option would be overnight oats. There are lots of recipes online, including some that have additional protein added to them. The nice thing about this is it's also easy to customize based on your needs and literally all you need to do in the morning is grab and go. It's great if you workout in the morning before work and don't have a ton of time to prep something. My final suggestion may honestly be a little weird, at least to many Americans. In a lot of cultures, they don't actually eat what we in the US think of as traditional breakfast foods. Breakfast is often simple and last night's leftovers many times make an appearance. In some Mediterranean cultures, one of my favorites is just an assortment of things like a slice of leftover bread, some olives and/or fruit and a slice of cheese. You can add in a boiled egg or two and get a simple and healthy breakfast that's easy to take on the go.
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January 2025 Surgery Buddies!
Skewiff replied to Melissa💖💜💙's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
when you say eggs, beans, white fish etc, are you having them in puree form ? I am given paperwork that says until 2 months post op , its puree only , no solids. Is your paperwork the same? I miss sausage rolls, and no I do know that they are made in hell, but I miss savory. -
Just had my second follow up with my Dr. (who I'm not very impressed with anymore) and would like some help figuring out how to get all my protein needs in. I am supposed to get 80g a day but only eat 3 times a day 5 hours apart, no snacks, and I can only physically eat 4oz at a time Not allowed cheese or protein shakes, I don't really like yogurt. No added carbs that aren't already in food ( which isn't that big of a problem). I am also supposed to be adding vegetables in but don't see how I can eat vegetables and get my protein. I just requested a meeting with a dietician and hope they can help. Just a little discouraged after my appointment and needed to vent.
