I was sleeved 5/30/12.... and really having a hard time getting to my protein requirement each day, no matter how hard I try. Also, I can tell I'm getting dehydrated just by looking at my skin. I've tried taking bigger sips but it hurts, so I can't do that either. Has anyone else had this problem? What worked for you?

Thank You!

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first time ever blogged on anything...i am exactly 2 weeks post surgery, and i am dying...i cant take the protein shakes, or the liquid...even the non-taste stuff is making me hurl...getting plenty of liquids...need some advice from a veteran here...at 2 weeks out can you start eating the pureed foods or like scrambled eggs and that kind of stuff? my dr's regiment seems to be quite a bit more restricted that most of yours. 2 weeks clear liquids then 2 more weeks of the shakes and stuff...is it possible my new little tummy is ready for the soft foods now? without the protein im so weak it is really hard to work or be a dad

YES! I had those issues ... but here is something that I found and loved... they should pay me as much as I post on them but Cytosport's ready to drink (RTD) "whey isolate" Protein drinks... they are in 16 oz bottles and have 32 g of whey protein. I LOVE them - tropical and tangerine flavors (I don't personally like the watermelon). I buy them at Vitamin Shoppe for 3.79 a bottle.

Also many folks like Isopure RTD bottles, but I did NOT. Those are 4.19 a bottle.

Also fyi, I love Vitamin Shoppe! One reason: they will take them back if they are opened w/in 7 days w/your receipt. They can be bought (both of the kinds mentioned) in their refrigerated section.

Additionally, the powerpak protein is good in chocolate. Those I think are $3 and some change for each.

For Butterbean's comment: My dr. suggested taking mirolax whenever I don't go on my own every 2-3 days, as well as acidophilous pearls, which are a priobiotic that helps keep things moving, from my understanding. I also eat a prune or two every couple of days. Hey it helps get that sweet craving out for only 15 cals per prune!

And definitely get that Water in. I hate water, but like the fruit20 (peach is my fav) and propel (in berry usually) or crystal light in cherry pom... if anyone can use those tips that is!

What is the difference between the Isopure and the Cytosport (taste wise)? I tried the Isopure and found that it has a dry aftertaste. Does the Cytosport?

The Isopure to me tastes like watered down Protein bullets, which I found that I could not tolerate. The cytosport RTD's do NOT have that taste. I loved the tangerine and the tropical (but not the watermelon, again it reminded me of a protein bullet and BLEYAK is all I can sum that up as!) - but I am slowly taking them out of my diet currently as I'm getting protein from protein sources, as my diet's progressed.

If you are unsure, I highly suggest Vitamin Shoppe where you can buy ONE and try it. If you don't like it, keep your receipt and they will give you your money back with the container returned. You can find the whey isolate/cytosport rtd drinks in their refrigerated section.

If you don't have a Vitamin Shoppe, sorry IDK what to suggest unfortunately Good luck!

hey sleeve runt...i suggest the cytosport drinks that i posted on previously. they are a clear liquid.... and have protein. otherwise, it's chicken broth or such. you can also take protein powder and add it to sf jello.

Something I really like is Herbalifes chicken protein soup mix and their protein beverage drink mix in wild berry or mango. Just mix with water and sip. The beverag mix is 70 calories and 15 grams of protein, I think the soup mix is about the same. Their shake mixes are also the best I've tried.