I might be in trouble! I started my pre-op diet today, and had an Atkins vanilla protein shake. Well, I should say I "tried" to have one. I have a REALLY HUGE problem with artificial sweetners, and was literally gagging and trying to keep myself from throwing up. I know there are other brands, but my guess is that they're all equally as nasty! Mine must be 15-20g of protein, and under 175 cals. The nutritionist mentioned a no-flavor powder u can mix in with applesauce or other foods, but I can't remember it. Anyway, any ideas how I can get those 2 servings between meals?

Ok, I know we all tell of our favorite brand of Protein powder but, I wonder if you have a shaker? It is a small container with a metal ball in it to break up the powder.

this makes such a difference for the taste!

Vitamin shoppe, GNC they all carry them, buy the small one since we don't ever drink 32 oz. Makes such a difference you will love it!

Now to tell you about my favorite protein whey powder. I use Jay Robb - no msg, no acesulfame-K, no artificial sweeteners, no artificial colors, no Aspartame, no Sucralose. Calories 110, Carbs 1, protein 25, sugars 0. And the best part is that it tastes soooo good. I love the chocolate but the strawberry was pretty good also.

I buy it at the Vitamin Shoppe, they also have it at GNC. this should make a big difference for your pre-op diet.

Good luck and welcome to such a great group of losers!!!!

i got my protein powder from gnc it has 20 grams of protein per scoop it is called amplified wheybolic extreme 60, my surgeon gave me a whole shopping list and where to find the things he wants us to have...it taste good too good luck they have a flavorless one as well.....

powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury makes a non-flavored one. 20g of Protein, 100 calories.

Their flavored ones are also excellent. I drink the chocolate Splendor every morning for Breakfast. So far, Unjury is the only brand I actually like.

Here's a link: http://www.unjury.com/store/protein/

Chike is my favorite! You can only get it on-line or at a doctor's office. There is a sample pack you can try. Go here: http://chikenutrition.com/

premire nutrision from costco is a good one too

I second that the Premier brand ready to drink protein shakes from Costco are really good 160 cal. for 30 g or protein.

I'm also a fan of the premier shake. Boost also taste better but they are higher in sugar and calories, however I saw a Glucose Control version at Target in the diabetic supplies area, they only have 16g protein, 1 carb, and are 190 calories. I don't know how they taste in comparison to the regular Boost but they may be worth a try

I have been banded 2.5 years and I still start every day with a Premier Protein from Costco...the GNC powders are good but I am lazy. I hated all the other prepared shakes (Muscle milk, etc) Best of luck!

<----is taking notes! Thanks...awesome feedback.

I was making my own with powder mix until I found the premier nutrition at Costco- they are premixed and taste good, well the chocolate one tastes good atleast

Optimum Nutrition Extreme Milk Chocolate is the BEST by far!!