I've been trying my hardest to get these Protein shakes...but i think something in them is making me sick. i have tried about 3 now and they all make me sick. Am I the only one with this problem? I HATE the taste of them. but i usually suck it up and finish it. but as soon as I finish...about 10 min later i feel uncomfortable and I start gagging and eventually puke...

But I've noticed that the actually shake isn't coming up. It mucous (i have a bit of a cold) so a little stomach acid (NUT said that it normal)

Am I the only one with this problem? please help!

I seriously doctor up my Protein drinks. It "masks" the flavor of the protein enough that I find them enjoyable.

(BTW, when I had my lapband 6 years ago Isopure was the first brand I tasted and I couldn't stand it. Then I went to EAS CarbAdvantEdge and that was my staple for 5 - 6 years. This time around I"m still experimenting).

Tonight was PBJ protein drink:

2 scoops vanilla powder

1 tbl PB2 Peanut Butter

1 pump SF peanut butter syrup

1 pump SF strawberry syrup

Made in plain, light soymilk.

I never, and I mean never, drink "straight up" Protein Drinks. The smell alone is too bad. Not a lot is going into my mouth nowadays so I really want to enjoy what does.

Yesterday was peanut butter cup protein day (chocolate powder, PB2 peanut butter, SF peanut butter syrup).

Tomorrow is feeling like it might be an orange julius protein day (vanilla powder, SF orange syrup, tsp SF vanilla pudding). I little farther out I will use reduced acid OJ instead of the syrup.

For RTD, I prefer the EAS CardAdvantEdge in strawberry, but it has to be VERY cold. I can't stand them once they warm up. I buy them at Target, they look like this:

I seriously doctor up my Protein drinks. It "masks" the flavor of the protein enough that I find them enjoyable.

(BTW, when I had my lapband 6 years ago Isopure was the first brand I tasted and I couldn't stand it. Then I went to EAS CarbAdvantEdge and that was my staple for 5 - 6 years. This time around I"m still experimenting).

Tonight was PBJ protein drink:

2 scoops vanilla powder

1 tbl PB2 Peanut Butter

1 pump SF peanut butter syrup

1 pump SF strawberry syrup

Made in plain, light soymilk.

I never, and I mean never, drink "straight up" protein drinks. The smell alone is too bad. Not a lot is going into my mouth nowadays so I really want to enjoy what does.

Yesterday was peanut butter cup protein day (chocolate powder, PB2 peanut butter, SF peanut butter syrup).

Tomorrow is feeling like it might be an orange julius protein day (vanilla powder, SF orange syrup, tsp SF vanilla pudding). I little farther out I will use reduced acid OJ instead of the syrup.

For RTD, I prefer the EAS CardAdvantEdge in strawberry, but it has to be VERY cold. I can't stand them once they warm up. I buy them at Target, they look like this:

THANKS! you helped a lot. Where do you get you SF syrups from? i really need some for my protein and for my greek yogurt.

I usually buy them at Marshall's/TJ Maxx type stores, or at World Market. Target/Walmart will carry a few but the selection is really limited.

Earlier tonight I placed an order at www.netrition.com for 17 bottles. I guess I really like my variety! Their prices are slightly higher per bottle than other places, but the shipping knocks it out of the park (bottles are about $3 higher each, but my shipping was less than $5 compared to $37).

I feel the same way. I spent a ton on Matrix 5.0 and Syntrax. So far, the only thing I can get down is Muscle Milk. I am 6 weeks out.

If you brought them from GNC they'll take them back!

My nutritionist gave me a sample of these bad boys and I loved them especially the orange but i've been too busy to get back to her about ordering some, so I have no idea how much they are or where to get them from...

Sunkist Protein 24g, super tiny and way better than any Isopure or protein shots, and especially those aweful shakes!

Protien shots are made from collegan which is not an absorbable Protein for us. Collegan is made from bioiled cow hide.

There is a huge list of Protein Drink recipes in the food forum. There is also a list of places where you can get samples. The Syntrex nectar Sample packet is a really good deal.

If you have a GNC, they will let you sample some things to find what you like.

Go to mybariatricpantry.com they sell

Samples of different proteins. Maybe you can find one you like without breaking the bank.

Hi there! I am a newbie and only in my second week but I had a TERRIBLE time with any shakes that I had to mix with water. The foam made me extremely nauseous so I tried some from Unjury that you mix with milk and I am not having any trouble at all with those. Unfortunately, you have to spend tons of money to find the right one but Unjury has a starter pack where you get a couple of packets of several flavors. Hopefully, this helps! Good luck to you!!!

Hi! I'm three weeks post op and until recently have also had a horrible time trying to get the protien shake in, it was torture! A friend told me to add warm water to the protien powder and wow what a difference! It is so much easier to get down and it stays down! Just don't add boiling water, I use warm tap water. Hopefully this will work for you too. Good luck!

Attached is a list of recipes someone posted on here, I put into a word document.

Here is another list of recipes

http://theworldaccor...ke-recipes.html

I just got these in the mail, three samples for $3 plus coupons

http://www.gotein.com/

E-mail designerwhey.com and they will send you a free sample plus a coupon as well.

pumpkin Protein shake.doc

My body could not tolerate whey protein so my nutritionist recommended soy protein and it was great. I use the GNC brand protein with light soy milk and it actually taste really good. Have you tried something other than a whey based protein?

THis thread has come right on time!!! I am 2 wks post op and I am struggling with the protein shakes! I've done the BariCare chocolate and vvanilla from my doctor's office, AWFUL!!! I have hav the strawberry Chike, ok but I'm not a Strawberry shake/yogurt/ice cream girl. I am thinking of buying just unflavored powder and going with that. I've tasted the New Whey protein shots. Not too bad.

Here's another site for shake recipes. I'm 11 days post op and strongly identify with the OP. I had a shake that tasted like a Resses cup today. I feel so much better. We can do this!

http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/06/my-favorite-protein-shake-recipes.html

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I went to that site. Thanks so much for posting this. . I'm 11 days post op and strongly identify with the OP. I had a shake that tasted like a Resses cup today. I feel so much better. We can do this!

http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/06/my-favorite-protein-shake-recipes.html

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