Meal replacement shakes?

[JessicaAnn 564]

Finally got a tentative date of July 3rd! So excited! I got all my info and my pre op 2 week diet includes 4 Meal Replacement shakes (NOT just Protein shakes) per day. The ones that my surgeon sells are $200 for a 2 week supply! I know that pure protein and Premier Protein are just protein, and not meal replacement. Any suggestion?

[Bufflehead 6,358]

I know a lot of people like GNC Total Lean, Myoplex Lite, and Atkins Advantage. The only one of those I have tried is the Atkins Advantage and I liked it a lot.

[queenbea 5]

These are the recommendations for the 2 week pre-op diet (800 calorie) from the program that I'm in:

1. 4 1/2 cans of High Protein Slim Fast daily

OR

2. 5 1/2 packets of "No Sugar Added" Carnation Instant Breakfast Drink mixed with fat free or 1% milk daily

OR

3. 5 Individual cartons of Adkins Advantage daily

OR

4. 4 1/2 bottles of "Glucose Controlled" Boost Daily

You must meet the recommended Protein amount of 60 grams per day. You will also be able to include Water, Crystal Light, Decaf tea, sugar free Gelatin or sugar free popsicles in addition to the 800 calorie in full liquids.

[JessicaAnn 564]

Thanks! I'm allowed the 4 meal replacement shakes, plus one serving if either skim milk/low fat yogurt, and unlimited Clear Liquids

[JessicaAnn 564]

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