I went to see my surgeon for a check up (almost 3 mo. post op) and he told me NOT to drink any calories....no Protein shakes, no smoothies!! I have never been a Breakfast eater and have been having a power smoothie EVERY morning since surgery. I have to admit, I really like them. I still don't feel like I can eat first thing in the morning and eggs are a food I just can't tolerate since surgery. Any suggestions as to what all of you are trying??? Does anyone know why liquid calories are a no-no? I had a great little routine going...time to find a new one

yep, I still do a shake in the morning for breakfast. It's ok with my nutritionist though. I guess everyone's requirements and "ok" foods are kind of all over the place. Actually, I am totally off caffeine so if I run out of Protein shakes and don't have one in the morning I feel kind of sluggish. I do the Premier Protein snack size. It's 8 oz, 100 cal., and 18g protein.

I'm more than two years out, and I still drink Protein shakes. I really like them as a way to reach my protein goal (70) when I am low but don't want to add a lot of calories. I like the EAS vanilla and strawberry flavors (and price). They are 100 calories and 17 grams of protein in just 11 ounces. I also still eat Protein Bars.

I find the shakes and bars are really helpful when I have a busy day and am on the go. It keeps me from going to a fast food place. I love that I can now buy Protein drinks at most gas stations.