Hey everyone!so I'm on week 2 post op and am having such a hard time getting inmy protein!i have protein shakes with 30g of protein in each so my original goal was to drink 2 of those a day,but I'm getting full off of half!!!i tried fitting in one them and maybe trying to have some isopure for the rest of my protein requirments but omg does that isopure taste like pure nasty-ness!any suggestions?someone at a support group told me to use whey protein powder and put it in my crystal light,what do you guys think?thanks!

I have the same problem. Try liquid whey protein, some call them protein bullets. One brand is New Whey Protein and it is ok. I mix mine with some water. Walmart has it in singles and in a box of six. My bariatric nurse said it is a good option if shakes are too filling and take all day to drink. They are 0 sugar also. It is much easier to sip 4 oz of liquid than 16 to20 of a thick shake that is gross after a while. Try the liquid protein and let me know, I like the grape but want to try the fruit punch next.

Going to have to get that...thank you!

They have protein shots too. Look like big test tubes, fruit punch flavor. 26 grams of protein, only 3 oz of liquid.

I have put the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury strawberry sorbet flavor in my Crystal Light. It is a good way to get in the Protein. However, it is a flavor you may tire of. My lesson learned: Do not stock up on any protein products.

Another option might be to get the Cytosport 100% Whey (I get the big bag at costco, chocolate or vanilla, ~$50/bag). 27 grams per scoop and it dissolves perfectly in coffee in a shaker cup (if you are allowed coffee). That is my first drink of the day, every day. I haven't tired of it yet, and it has been months since I started drinking it. No sugar or milk, just coffee and Cytosport, and it tastes very good!

Where can we find the protein tubes/shots?

At two weeks out my NUT was not worried about me getting in all my protein. I was lucky if I got in 20-30 grams a day at two weeks. It's more important to keep up your fluid intake and get in protein when you can. As you get farther out, you'll be able to add more and more protein in, especially with foods. I think it took me almost two months before I was getting in 60 grams of protein. Now, at three months out, I'm getting in 60-80 grams a day because you can eat more things heavier in protein like chicken, tuna, meats, cheeses, yogurt, etc. I also throw in a Quest or Simple Truth protein bar occasionally if I feel like I'm a little low on protein - especially if I am going to be working out later as I need the energy. While most protein bars also have higher carbs, they are okay in moderation especially if you are going to be active.

Tracey, protien is important, but it is still completely normal to be under goal at 2 weeks. Your primary focus now should be hydration.

Also, be careful with protien shots. Almost all that I've seen so far use collagen as the primary source of protien. Your body simply cannot properly digest collagen Proteins. Also never assume by the name on the bottle what is inside. There is a huge trend of putting a tiny little amount of whey(the good stuff) in a shot of collagen(useless to us) and calling it something with Whey in the title.

This is precisely what has happened with the "New Whey Protien" shot that advertises 42g of Protein.

Thanks everyone!!!such great tips and information!!!!

OTRsleever, thanks for pointing that out about the collagen protein. I'm going to ask my NUT about it next week. Does anyone suggest another non-filling form to get protein? I'm concentrating on water but have been trying protein things also. I can't wait to eat real food.

Ort what protein do you suggest. I drink premier which I like but want some new ideas I am one of those people that like protein shakes I always drank them even before surgery. I have always ate healthy but developed throid problems. I need rtd ones that I can grab low in carbs and calories

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Friends idea from work - pretty good. Any banilla protein drink- I use kellogs. Add a one instant cup package of coffee. Shake well and pour over ice. Drink on all day.

Friends idea from work - pretty good. Any banilla protein drink- I use kellogs. Add a one instant cup package of coffee. Shake well and pour over ice. Drink on all day.

That actually sounds good. Starbucks makes the single serve instant coffee packets. I wonder how well they dissolve.

I take the iced tea nasty Isopure and squeeze lemon in it with 2 Splenda. I fill my 16 oz cup with 8 oz of water and 8 oz of Isopure and keep making this fake iced tea concoction until I finish the bottle. It's not my favorite, but it's bearable.

I'm almost week 2 as well and usually end the day 40-50g of protein. I've been replacing some water with skim milk, no more than 2x a day with 4-ounces. Personally the milk isn't as filling to me to be called a meal but it also has 4g of protein per 4 ounces.