There ARE tasty protein drinks out there without a chalky feel. I've only found two so far, though, and they aren't ideal options. One is protein only and unsubstantial (Bariwise fruit drink mixes), and the other has twice as many carbs as protein (Naked Protein Zone Chocolate Banana). EAS Soy Protein powder, WonderSlim shake/pudding powder, and Naked Protein Zone Mango all felt like sand on my tongue. I tried making the powders various ways (water, milk, yogurt, etc.) but they still had a gritty feel. Which protein drinks or powders do you find smoothest?

Premier ready made drinking one now!

I use milk to mix my Protein shakes (GNC) and this will sound odd, but the brand of milk made a complete and total difference in the taste and TEXTURE of the shake.

I was using the store brand milk from Walmart, but when I ran out and didn't want to go all of the way to Walmart that day, I picked up a jug of the local dairy's milk from the grocer down the road. It made all of the difference in the world!

I use unjury chocolate splendor and I mix with almond milk. I will also use unjury chicken broth, just cant get it as hot as I would like it to be

Premier ready made drinking one now!

I want to try this but can never find them for sale as singles. I do not want to purchase a case, not like it and waste money.

That's a hard one I know! But I've been thinking about buying stock in these because most people end up liking them! I've actually have gone to Costco and they have been sold out!

My his husband even drinks them...

Maybe if you have a friend interested in them split a case?

I really dislike the Premiere shakes. Not much flavor at all except chalk!

I like the Visalus shakes. They are delicious, low in fat and carbs.

The only ones I've been able to stomach since surgery are the GNC Total Lean RTD shakes. They have 25 grams of protein and 6 carbs. I tried a huge variety of the powders and just couldn't get past the texture and/or grittiness of them. I'd like more variety in my protein, but got tired of wasting money on powders I couldn't tolerate. Luckily, I only drink one shake a day so it's not too bad.

That's a hard one I know! But I've been thinking about buying stock in these because most people end up liking them! I've actually have gone to costco and they have been sold out!

My his husband even drinks them...

Maybe if you have a friend interested in them split a case?

No friends to share with. Of my close WLS friends, one does no Protein shakes and the other uses another brand. Maybe I will get lucky and be in store one day when they are offering samples.

No friends to share with. Of my close WLS friends' date=' one does no Protein shakes and the other uses another brand. Maybe I will get lucky and be in store one day when they are offering samples. [/quote']

Hehe.. i just went to costco and had a nice lunch

of samples (tilapia, salmon, sausage)

Hehe.. i just went to costco and had a nice lunch

of samples (tilapia, salmon, sausage)

One of my fave meals - Costco sample lunch! lol.

I just use the standard GNC whey in chocolate flavor. Like I said in a previous post, the brand of milk made all of the difference! I can now enjoy a smooth chocolate-y shake every day. Also, I make my shakes at night and leave them sit in the fridge until morning. I think this helps a lot to get the powder dissolved. A quick shake of my blender cup before I drink and ready to go!

I'll have to try these suggestions! Thank you.

I haven't yet had my sleeve, but am about to get started with the whole process. I was wondering about protein drinks myself and started reading the forums about them. I didn't want to buy a 4 pack of Premier Protein just to toss them if I didn't like them. I know I didn't like stuff like the slim fast shakes. Well, I broke down and bought one 4 pack, and am drinking one of them now. To my surprise, it tastes just like chocolate milk. Its really good, although I can only seem to manage a sip or two at a time. Within a few minutes though, I want another sip!