K so I know this isn't the most pleasant of topix.......but I have not found a protein supplement (drink) that does not give me the deer rear. I am 6 mnths out and feel as if I will never find one! Any suggestions? I really don't know if it is from the sleeve because I had ibs before the sleeve. I have also had gallbladder removed and complete hysterectomy. I have to be very conscientious of what I eat when I'm out or I will be in trouble. Any helpful advice from pros would be appreciated:)

Are you only drinking supplements for your protien? Do you get any fiber?

Are we talking fatty, rich foods? What kind of protein drinks have you tried? Have your tried premier? Are the protein drinks you drink dairy based? Are you able to tolerate cheeses etc? Sorry for all the questions, but this is some things to look at.

No I eat lots of meat- I try to supplement with drinks bc I hate breakfast and I need about 90 grams protein per day to combat hair loss and build muscle mass. I find if I am not vigilant about my protein intake I only get 20-30 grams in. The only fiber I eat are beans. I love any type of bean but I don't consume any other fiber product bc I was under the impression fiber made u go which I do not have a problem with.

I'm also having the same problem because I too had IBS. And, my protein shake is lactose-free. I'm not minding though because with this new diet I'm not going as much as I should, so it's helping in that area....

Fiber provides alot of advantages to the gut, it gives it the proper work out, which allows it to regulate the passing of food better, it discourages (ugh I know) mucousy discharges and for people prone to diberticulitis - depending on other factors, too - it can help prevent it.

If you are eating other food other than the protien shakes, it may not be the protien shakes causing it.

Consider going off the shakes for a day or two - that will not affect your protien too much. However, drink Water in its place, so you will not miss the moisture.

if the, er, issue persists, then you know it is not your drink, resume that. Then one by one take out the other foods to see what the cause may be.

It was suggested to me I have a protien screening once when I was having psroblems like that - they feared I might be developing an alergic reaction to a protien. I did not follow up because it cleared up, so I don't kno wmuch about the screening process - it would have been a skin test in an allergist's office, that much I know.

I do not always comment on the most common situations, BTW - because I know you will get repeats of the more commmon scenario's - just some FYI.

I've been suggesting ppl try New whey. I was gonna try making ice pops with it...

its Liquid Protein in fruit flavors..

http://www.newwhey.com/

No fatty rich food- cant eat fried foods at all since gall bladder surgery (except occcasionally chicken lol). I have tried premier they are just so gross- Atkins, low carb slim fast, muscle milk, various powder form mixes........... Including hydrolyzed whey:/ . I can tolerate cheese- luv cheese sticks!!!