Protein Powder Blues

[MouseOnTheMile 186]

So I haven't been able to even sip Protein Shakes without throwing them back up since surgery. I know they are an integral part of my post op but I'm saying NO NO NO to them, no matter how I try to dress them up or down my body refuses to allow it in. Anyone else with this issue? If you're further out (I'm only two weeks post op) how long did it take til you could drink them again?

[CrystalW 35]

How long are you on full liquids? Could you just give up on the shakes and transition to yogurt, cottage cheese and Beans instead?

[MouseOnTheMile 186]

How long are you on full liquids? Could you just give up on the shakes and transition to yogurt, cottage cheese and Beans instead?

I start purées Friday. I have had yogurt by its difficult too. I get chicken and fish in the purée stage so that'll help with Protein but ugh! My body hates nourishment apparently!

[unbesleevable1 420]

I am forever talking up my favorite product, herbalife Protein drink mix. its like crystal lite consistency (the peach mango is the best) and has 15 gm Protein per serving. I drink it all day long. I dont sell or otherwise endorse herbalife, I just happen to really dig this one product.

Also, at my bariatric support group last nite some vets were talking about a flavorless Protein powder they sampled that was really flavorless. I think it was called bipro.

[Bufflehead 6,358]

What are you mixing your Protein Shakes with? If it is milk, you may want to try something else - some people develop temporary or permanent lactose intolerance after surgery. So maybe try unsweetened vanilla almond milk, or get powders such as the Syntrax Nectar fruit flavors that mix well with Water? Or you could try the bariatric hot chocolate that mixes with hot water and see if you do well with that. A lot of people can tolerate warm Protein Drinks but not cold.

[Bronco0605 135]

I have not even tried yet at 1 week post op. The shakes just sound gross and I cant convince myself to even make one. Te only saving grae i have had is the new directions cream of chicken Soup. Anything milky I just can't do it yet.

[ReDbEaN 654]

So I haven't been able to even sip Protein Shakes without throwing them back up since surgery. I know they are an integral part of my post op but I'm saying NO NO NO to them, no matter how I try to dress them up or down my body refuses to allow it in. Anyone else with this issue? If you're further out (I'm only two weeks post op) how long did it take til you could drink them again?

I couldn't tolerate them at all. Every one that I tried made me sick as well sooo I totally understand - I will tell you I can tolerate and love the Proti Diet hot cocoa, Bari wise Cappuccino, and WonderSlim cappucinno. They are kinda expensive but they taste good and have 15 g Protein in 8 oz. And the BEST part...I can tolerate them without getting sick:):). Good luck

[Branmuffin 190]

So I haven't been able to even sip Protein Shakes without throwing them back up since surgery. I know they are an integral part of my post op but I'm saying NO NO NO to them, no matter how I try to dress them up or down my body refuses to allow it in. Anyone else with this issue? If you're further out (I'm only two weeks post op) how long did it take til you could drink them again?

Only way I can get them in Is to freeze to the slush stage and eat with a spoon. The premiere vanilla slushed turns out really good

[gamergirl 4,609]

My blog had recipes of full liquids with lots of Protein in them. If you go to www.sleevers.wordpress.com, search for full liquids and you will find them. I was so sick of sweet shakes! It's the only way we got through post op.

[is it just me 80]

My blog had recipes of full liquids with lots of Protein in them. If you go to www.sleevers.wordpress.com, search for full liquids and you will find them. I was so sick of sweet shakes! It's the only way we got through post op.

I just followed ur blog..... I only looked at it for a few minutes but it looks great...................... Omg.. The story about being full from food court samples....... Lol.... That made my day.......... Going back to look at other things........

[penman53 493]

I drink Unjury strawberry Sorbet with Water, tastes great and goes down just fine.

[cindymg 629]

Unjury strawberry Sorbet can be mixed with sugar-free Jello so you can eat, instead of drink your Protein. Order the individual packets to see if you like them. They make a unflavored version as well that can be mixed with s/f jello and pudding.

[TracyAnn15 22]

I have A very difficult time with the Protein powders. Although lately I am able to tolerate the Unjury chicken Soup flavored or plain flavored if I mixed them in chicken stock or beef stock. I don't like them with anything sweet like a smoothie. But in broth they taste just fine. Also I have been purchasing at BJ's Wholesale Club premium Protein Shakes chocolate flavored. They have 30 g of protein and an 11.5 container. I mix half the container with one cup of milk over ice and am able to tolerate that as well. Good luck finding something you like. It took me a while but I have at least been able to use these two products

[Kindle 8,667]

Have you tried mixing unflavored Protein Powder in different Soup broths? Maybe your sleeve would except savory and warm vs. sweet and cold.

[MouseOnTheMile 186]

Have you tried mixing unflavored Protein powder in different Soup broths? Maybe your sleeve would except savory and warm vs. sweet and cold.

Sweet and ice cold seems to work for everything but Protein Shakes. I'll have to try the unflavored stuff but so far haven't found any in my city. Guess I'll be forced to order some