So, protein shakes aren't working for me too well. They are just too thick. I tried mixing orange whey protein with orange juice but, it was too sweet. So today, I tried something new. I love the iced mocha latte from Dunkin Donuts. I just ordered a medium iced latte, decaf, skim milk, no whipped cream and added a scoop of dutch chocolate IsoPure protein to it. I get in 25 grams of protein and get to sip one of my favorite drinks. This is offically my first NSV!

AWESOME! Congrats It took me a long time to figure out a go-to protein drink as well. Have you tried mixing in unflavored protein powder? Also, if you ever go to starbucks they will add it in for you. It adds a vanilla flavor to it but it is subtle.

I had a terrible time liking protein drinks and didn't drink any for the first month post op. I think this was very bad for me. Finally I too found one at a store where they make drinks. I am not sure if this is a chain but it is called Smoothie King and they make a protein shake with 45 grams of carbs. I bought their protein powder and now I am able to make my own drinks. However, I find I am at a disadvantage over my coffee drinking friends who go to Starbucks and other coffee shops and order lattes. My friend who lost almost 200 lbs. swears that this is how she did it by drinking so many lattes.

AWESOME! Congrats <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> It took me a long time to figure out a go-to Protein drink as well. Have you tried mixing in unflavored protein powder? Also' date=' if you ever go to starbucks they will add it in for you. It adds a vanilla flavor to it but it is subtle.[/quote']

I am so happy to read that about Starbucks! I recently discovered the decaf skinny latte with the sugar free vanilla added. Kinda made my toes curl lol! Do u know how much protein is added? More reason to treat myself a lil more often when I'm away from the office and can't mix one. Thank you!

I am so happy to read that about Starbucks! I recently discovered the decaf skinny latte with the sugar free vanilla added. Kinda made my toes curl lol! Do u know how much Protein is added? More reason to treat myself a lil more often when I'm away from the office and can't mix one. Thank you!

When I asked the lady said it was 20... however when I am counting I say 15 just in case it is less. Also, I have never added it to Hot drinks, so that would be an experiment. When you add it in a frapp it will make it a bit more airy I guess is the best way to describe it, like it increases the volume by a bit. BUT it is sooo worth it My go-to once drink is a tall decaf latte with an extra shot (also decaf). I got used to decaf and now too much caffeine isn't so great. But, the extra shot totally masks the taste of the protein.

When I asked the lady said it was 20... however when I am counting I say 15 just in case it is less. Also' date=' I have never added it to hot drinks, so that would be an experiment. When you add it in a frapp it will make it a bit more airy I guess is the best way to describe it, like it increases the volume by a bit. BUT it is sooo worth it <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> My go-to once drink is a tall decaf latte with an extra shot (also decaf). I got used to decaf and now too much caffeine isn't so great. But, the extra shot totally masks the taste of the Protein.[/quote']

Thanks for the info! I'm gonna give it a whirl!!

I had a terrible time liking Protein drinks and didn't drink any for the first month post op. I think this was very bad for me. Finally I too found one at a store where they make drinks. I am not sure if this is a chain but it is called Smoothie King and they make a protein shake with 45 grams of carbs. I bought their protein powder and now I am able to make my own drinks. However, I find I am at a disadvantage over my coffee drinking friends who go to Starbucks and other coffee shops and order lattes. My friend who lost almost 200 lbs. swears that this is how she did it by drinking so many lattes.

Love the gladiator at smoothie king. They sell it for home comsumption also. My favorite

Yes, the Gladiator is what I have bought. I try to make my own as I discovered that the fruit they add in the shop has syrup. Good for you starting the Protein shakes prior to your surgery. What do you add to your recipes? I add banana and or strawberries to the chocolate and vanilla powders but haven't experimented beyond these few ingredients. I like the shakes when foamy but no so keen once they return to being watery.

Love the gladiator at smoothie king. They sell it for home comsumption also. My favorite

Love the gladiator at smoothie king. They sell it for home comsumption also. My favorite

I found a Protein I like to make at home. It's called pure protein and its $10 at my grocery store for a big container. The chocolate tastes like ur being bad and it's soooo good, the vanilla tastes like cake batter which I'm not really a fan of lol. 140 cals 3G fat, 80mg chol, 320 mg potassium, 4 carbs, 2 sugars and 25g of protein for one scoop. I usually put one scoop in a cup of skim u have also tried the pre made version of these and they are too sweet for my liking.

I just use fresh fruit and also extracts. they sell these awsome ones at walmart "watkins" they such intense flavor. also at sam's club they sell sugar free davinchi syrups. Kahlua is my favorite mixed with decaf coffee