No Protein Yet Today

[RVAGirl 2]

Ha Ha, I adore you for saying this "come to think of it I just am not a big fan of eating anything with a face and this is not moral or political, I just...you know, maybe the face is still down there, getting ready to haunt the shit out of me."

That sounds exactly like something I'd say, lol. Trust me I'm dealing with pretty much the same. I'm 4 days out of surgery and can't stand the shakes. I have tried the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury which tastes like Injury and the Bariatric (Dis)Advantage powders. They were all awful to me. However, I know the importance of Protein in order for this surgery to be successful and to keep my muscles from poofing. I went to GNC and got unflavored whey Protein isolate powder. I have become a master at mixing it into everything. I prefer drinking drinks like Vitamin Water Zero , Crystal Light, Mio, Arizona Caffeine Free Diet Green Tea, etc.. So I just put a little in so I can get about 15 grams of protein in each drink and I switch them up so I don't get bored. I don't load a lot into the drinks because I don't want them to be thick. I just drink more which is no problem because I need to stay hydrated anyways. This also helps me because I'm lactose intolerant. We won't even go there.

My surgeon is dead set on minimum 60 grams of protein a day. I heard "Protein Protein Protein " so much prior to surgery that I went to call my Propane company to pay my bill and the receptionist asked "How may I help you?" and I said "I need to pay my Protein bill" instead of Propane.

I've been making Jello, pudding, and yogurt and mixing the unflavored in it too, works for me. I think it will be better when I get into the "mashed" food stage. Protein is important for the success of this surgery, your health, and the weight you'll lose. You just have to experiment and I think in time you'll find something that will work for you. Good luck!

[meggiep 57]

Ha Ha, I adore you for saying this "come to think of it I just am not a big fan of eating anything with a face and this is not moral or political, I just...you know, maybe the face is still down there, getting ready to haunt the shit out of me."

That sounds exactly like something I'd say, lol. Trust me I'm dealing with pretty much the same. I'm 4 days out of surgery and can't stand the shakes. I have tried the unjury which tastes like Injury and the Bariatric (Dis)Advantage powders. They were all awful to me. However, I know the importance of Protein in order for this surgery to be successful and to keep my muscles from poofing. I went to GNC and got unflavored whey Protein isolate powder. I have become a master at mixing it into everything. I prefer drinking drinks like Vitamin Water Zero , Crystal Light, Mio, Arizona Caffeine Free Diet Green Tea, etc.. So I just put a little in so I can get about 15 grams of protein in each drink and I switch them up so I don't get bored. I don't load a lot into the drinks because I don't want them to be thick. I just drink more which is no problem because I need to stay hydrated anyways. This also helps me because I'm lactose intolerant. We won't even go there.

I thought that lactose intolerant peeps can't drink the whey protein since that is a milk derivative?

I am petrified about this, worried I wont find anything that works for me... yipes. I have thirteen samples sitting here waiting for me to sample them and I also know that after my surgery they will probably all taste different...

My surgeon is dead set on minimum 60 grams of protein a day. I heard "Protein Protein Protein " so much prior to surgery that I went to call my Propane company to pay my bill and the receptionist asked "How may I help you?" and I said "I need to pay my Protein bill" instead of Propane.

I've been making Jello, pudding, and yogurt and mixing the unflavored in it too, works for me. I think it will be better when I get into the "mashed" food stage. Protein is important for the success of this surgery, your health, and the weight you'll lose. You just have to experiment and I think in time you'll find something that will work for you. Good luck!

[Saved By The Sleeve 22]

I have been trying soooo hard to get my Protein in. I love eating protein bc I love chicken, seafood, steak, Beans, (YOU NAME IT)! However, I can barely eat a 1/2 can of tuna at a time if that much, not even a half of a 5 oz tilapia fillet, nor a half of a small order of pintos and cheese. My restriction is really restricted with the thicker foods. I tolerate them just fine as long as they aren't spicy (get severe heartburn/nausea), but I can't eat enough of them. I have tried tons of protein powders and wasted so much money because I start gagging on them too and almost barf up my tiny amount of food.....so NO CAN DO! And I have honestly been trying all flavors, flavorless, Isopure is like Isopuke! (in my opinion). I am even disgusted with the ready made shakes in the cans. I wish that they made a protein pill!!!!I I have been taking Vitamins and Biotin to try to help keep my hair and skin healthier while going through this. Oh and I also tried hiding the Protein Powder in various foods and Soups etc. and still can't choke it down! It is by far one of the most disgusting things I've ever tasted and it has such a strong taste at that. The only think I have been able to stomach is Special K's Protein Bars but they only have 10 grams per bar and it takes me a long time to eat a full bar, so it doesn't help too much. Once I am able to eat more, I won't have a problem at all getting protein in because fortunately I love chicken and fish and seafood like I stated earlier. So, hopefully I will be able to eat more before it starts to really effect me being that right now I am only 3 weeks post op. Good luck to you with your struggle and rest assured you aren't the only one going through this!

[mjb123 3]

I am so sick of Protein, yesterday I went on strike. I just couldn't bear the thought of drinking or eating any form of protein, or anything else for that matter. I know it is bad, so I started early today and am very un-happily and slowly, because I guess it is my punishment, drinking 60 of my 76 required g of protein. I can't physically eat enough yet to meet the protein goals so I'm drinking my protein like medicine. Yuck Yuck Yuck. It is such a catch 22. I love that I have lost a lot of weight so far but omg I so wish it was ok to just drink Water and take Vitamins. I'd be great then.

[feedyoureye 3,087]

I have been trying soooo hard to get my Protein in. I love eating protein bc I love chicken, seafood, steak, Beans, (YOU NAME IT)! However, I can barely eat a 1/2 can of tuna at a time if that much, not even a half of a 5 oz tilapia fillet, nor a half of a small order of pintos and cheese. My restriction is really restricted with the thicker foods. I tolerate them just fine as long as they aren't spicy (get severe heartburn/nausea), but I can't eat enough of them. I have tried tons of protein powders and wasted so much money because I start gagging on them too and almost barf up my tiny amount of food.....so NO CAN DO! And I have honestly been trying all flavors, flavorless, Isopure is like Isopuke! (in my opinion). I am even disgusted with the ready made shakes in the cans. I wish that they made a protein pill!!!!I I have been taking Vitamins and Biotin to try to help keep my hair and skin healthier while going through this. Oh and I also tried hiding the protein powder in various foods and Soups etc. and still can't choke it down! It is by far one of the most disgusting things I've ever tasted and it has such a strong taste at that. The only think I have been able to stomach is Special K's protein bars but they only have 10 grams per bar and it takes me a long time to eat a full bar, so it doesn't help too much. Once I am able to eat more, I won't have a problem at all getting protein in because fortunately I love chicken and fish and seafood like I stated earlier. So, hopefully I will be able to eat more before it starts to really effect me being that right now I am only 3 weeks post op. Good luck to you with your struggle and rest assured you aren't the only one going through this!

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You know at three weeks out there is NO way you could or should eat a half a cup of dense food. You don't need to feel strange about that! liquids and mush at three weeks are about it. maybe shoot for 2-2 1/2 oz or 1/8-1/4 cup of stuff at a sitting. Take it slow, sit up straight (no one ever said that to me, but it can really help me to get my food down), I used to tap on my chest after a bite, and this helped it go down past the air too. It will get easier.

[feedyoureye 3,087]

I have been trying soooo hard to get my Protein in. I love eating protein bc I love chicken, seafood, steak, Beans, (YOU NAME IT)! However, I can barely eat a 1/2 can of tuna at a time if that much, not even a half of a 5 oz tilapia fillet, nor a half of a small order of pintos and cheese. My restriction is really restricted with the thicker foods. I tolerate them just fine as long as they aren't spicy (get severe heartburn/nausea), but I can't eat enough of them. I have tried tons of protein powders and wasted so much money because I start gagging on them too and almost barf up my tiny amount of food.....so NO CAN DO! And I have honestly been trying all flavors, flavorless, Isopure is like Isopuke! (in my opinion). I am even disgusted with the ready made shakes in the cans. I wish that they made a protein pill!!!!I I have been taking Vitamins and Biotin to try to help keep my hair and skin healthier while going through this. Oh and I also tried hiding the protein powder in various foods and Soups etc. and still can't choke it down! It is by far one of the most disgusting things I've ever tasted and it has such a strong taste at that. The only think I have been able to stomach is Special K's protein bars but they only have 10 grams per bar and it takes me a long time to eat a full bar, so it doesn't help too much. Once I am able to eat more, I won't have a problem at all getting protein in because fortunately I love chicken and fish and seafood like I stated earlier. So, hopefully I will be able to eat more before it starts to really effect me being that right now I am only 3 weeks post op. Good luck to you with your struggle and rest assured you aren't the only one going through this!

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You know at three weeks out there is NO way you could or should eat a half a cup of dense food. You don't need to feel strange about that! Liquids and mush at three weeks are about it. maybe shoot for 2-2 1/2 oz or 1/8-1/4 cup of stuff at a sitting. Take it slow, sit up straight (no one ever said that to me, but it can really help me to get my food down), I used to tap on my chest after a bite, and this helped it go down past the air too. It will get easier.