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Having my surgery tomrrow and waited till today to shop. Was confused about what kind of Protein shakes to buy.

The dietician said to get something with less than 200 calories, 20 grams of Protein, and 15 grams total of carbohydrates or less.

I ended up with Boost, but wonder if there's a better choice. Maybe I should order something online. I heard of unjury. Can anyone

tell me how it tastes? I know this was probably covered before, but since the surgery seemed so far away, I didn't pay attention.

Oh gosh, I'm getting nervous. Tomorrow my life will change. For the better. But...........it is a little nerve wracking. My doctor

didn't require any pre diet, so hubby and I went to Chili's today. Then I ate chips for a snack later. Bad girl.

Thanks for any help or suggesstions.

Barbara

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I use Procal but its only available from the weight management clinic where I did all of my pre surgical stuff. I also use Isopure which is a ready to drink product. I have found it at GNC. I like the zero carb version. They have lots of flavors that have 160 calories and 40 g of Protein.< /p>

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Regarding the unjury question... I love it! Drink it every day. I always respond to questions about Protein shake recommendations, b/c I am such a fan of the taste of the Unjury Protein powder. I love the vanilla and the chocolate splendor. I have it delivered regularly. I personally mix a scoop of vanilla powder, a small banana, a cup of skim, and some ice - throw it in the blender and it is delicious. Freezing the bananas is a great idea too for better consistency.

Mis73 (Missy) also turned me on to the cafe mocha using unjury vanilla powder and it is delicious! 1 scoop of Unjury vanilla, a half cup of skim milk, and a cup of coffee (I use decaf), and blend it. It is sooo good. I have some coffee in the fridge right now b/c I am going to make an iced cafe mocha later.

I think finding a Protein Drink you enjoy the taste of is so important. I hear people say all the time that they hate the Protein shakes and I think how lost I'd be if I didn't like mine! Good luck!

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I use Chocorite, 150 cal 24 grams of Protein and doesn't taste gritty-comes in dif flavors you can add to other things like bananas or peaches in the blender as a meal, yum!

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I use this very inexpensive brand, Body Fortress Super Advance whey Protein. It has 140 calories per scoop, 26 grams of protein.... it was recommended by the dietitian during my pre surgery sessions....and all of the flavors are

pretty good. It can be purchased at Walmart.

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Hello,

I like Isopure Low Carb Dutch chocolate but the serving calls for 2 scoops per drink but you only need 1 scoop which yields 110 cal 25g Protein 1.5g carb available at GNC but MUCH cheaper through Amazon. I also like Syntrax Nectar flavor Twisted cherry (tastes like liquid fruit punch jello) which yields per scoop 90 cal, 23g protein 0 carbs.

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Thanks SO much everyone!! What a help you've been. I already ordered two things of unjury, and wrote down the other Protein shake suggestions to try also.

Will use the recipes given too; they sound pretty good! Guess I better get to bed. Can't believe I'll have my lapband tomorrow.

Barbara

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Congratulations!! Hope your surgery goes smoothly!!!!

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Thanks SO much everyone!! What a help you've been. I already ordered two things of unjury, and wrote down the other Protein shake suggestions to try also.

Will use the recipes given too; they sound pretty good! Guess I better get to bed. Can't believe I'll have my lapband tomorrow.

Barbara

Good luck tomorrow! :rolleyes:

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I love love love the Premier Protein shakes. They are pre mixed and I get then at Sams. 160 cals, 3g carbs and 30g Protein. The vanilla is my fav. So yummy :)

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I really like the premixed muscle milk lite. It contains no milk. Is a hundred calories, 0 grams of sugar and 5 grams carbs. It doesnt have the clumps in it that alot of premade ones have.

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I LOVE Unjury. I'm over 30 post op and I've tried Body Fortress...not as yummy as Unjury.

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