So I have had a hell of a time finding a shake that I didn't hate. I just recently discovered Nectar Caribbean Cooler and I love it. It's super thin and dissolves sooooo well. I put a full scoop in 20 ounces of water and I get 24 grams of protein! Combine that with my Special K bar for a mid morning snack and I have gotten in 34 grams of protein in 270 calories. Hallelujah! I'm meeting my protein goal every day and finally seem to be coming out of my stall. Today I am down 31 pounds (sleeved April 29th, pre-op diet started April 15th). Feeling good and wanted to share!

Where did you find it? I am having a hard time finding a protein powder.... so many out there... don't want to buy a huge tub and then hate it!!

So I have had a hell of a time finding a shake that I didn't hate. I just recently discovered Nectar Caribbean Cooler and I love it. It's super thin and dissolves sooooo well. I put a full scoop in 20 ounces of water and I get 24 grams of protein! Combine that with my Special K bar for a mid morning snack and I have gotten in 34 grams of protein in 270 calories. Hallelujah! I'm meeting my protein goal every day and finally seem to be coming out of my stall. Today I am down 31 pounds (sleeved April 29th' date=' pre-op diet started April 15th). Feeling good and wanted to share![/quote']

I hated that flavor lol. Just shows how different taste buds can be. I do enjoy the fuzzy navel though

How long was your stall? and where did you get the protein powder? and good job.. now share the wealth LOL.

I have a question-has anyone experienced leg cramps? I am 9 months postop & just started having leg cramps at night. I am sure I am not getting enough potassium-if anyone else has had this-what did you do?

great update, Kasey...Lisa O, I think she is talking about the Syntrax Nectar brand of protein powder...I was not a big fan but many people like it a lot...you can order a sample pack off a website for sure, because that is what I did instead of ordering a big tub of one flavor

great update, Kasey...Lisa O, I think she is talking about the Syntrax Nectar brand of protein powder...I was not a big fan but many people like it a lot...you can order a sample pack off a website for sure, because that is what I did instead of ordering a big tub of one flavor

Thank you for the info! I am still trying to figure out the protein stuff.... my surgery is June 24th. I want to find something that is not just "tolerable" ya know? I did the optifast diet a few years back, and I loved their drinks- I actually looked forward to having them and didn't miss "real" food... weird, I know.... but it had too many carbs.... so can't have that now..... and from what I've sampled I'm scared if I hate it, I will fail at this.....

I have a question-has anyone experienced leg cramps? I am 9 months postop & just started having leg cramps at night. I am sure I am not getting enough potassium-if anyone else has had this-what did you do?

I do get the leg cramps... even before the surgery.... I was told it was a potassium issue, and I could actually just eat a banana and it would go away..... but its something I will have to find out from my Dr if I will need to take a supplement of some sort after the surgery because from the sounds of it.... bananas will be out.

great update, Kasey...Lisa O, I think she is talking about the Syntrax Nectar brand of protein powder...I was not a big fan but many people like it a lot...you can order a sample pack off a website for sure, because that is what I did instead of ordering a big tub of one flavor

I guess, its off to try different drinks... no two people are the same, but at least something to look into... does anyone know if the Atkins protein powder is allowed or good? I remember I loved their drinks.....

Where did you find it? I am having a hard time finding a Protein powder.... so many out there... don't want to buy a huge tub and then hate it!!

You can find samples for nectar in many different flavors online...I love the Roadside lemonade it is my favorite

Leg cramps can also be caused by dehydration.

Nancy -

I was stalled for about 10 days. moved 2 pounds in the last 2 days.

I have a question-has anyone experienced leg cramps? I am 9 months postop & just started having leg cramps at night. I am sure I am not getting enough potassium-if anyone else has had this-what did you do?

A natural resource is bananas. G2 can also help.

You can find samples for Nectar in many different flavors online...I love the Roadside lemonade it is my favorite

BJs Bariatrics sells a mix and match sample pack. Reasonable price and quick shipping. The Syntrax Nectar fruity/juice type drinks saved me my first couple of weeks post op. 16 oz of water and ice in a Blender Bottle - awesomeness!!