How did everyone get their protein the first 2 weeks post op? I know the obvious is protein shakes, any recommendations? If you use powder do you mix with milk or water because I've been told I may not tolerate dairy post surgery.. Thanks for the help

I had my surgery Dec 30th and am having problems getting in my protein and liquids. I just came back from Gnc because I was reading someone had issues and bought Isopure it's 40 grams of protein for the 20 oz bottle. It is clear like Gatorade so I think that will be easier to drink then the shakes. They are kinda pricy $4.85 each so I just bought 3 different flavors to try. If I can drink on of those a day plus my puréed food I should be able to get close to 60 grams of protein in. I am lucky now if I reach 30 grams. I will let you know how they work and taste.

I was told Isopure is a good clear liquid Protein that was good for post op. 40gm protein and lots of flavors. A little expensive about $4.00 for 2 servings. Also found New whey, 42 grams, several flavors. I have not tried any of them yet. Also you can mix the non-flavored powder in with these or crystal lite so you don't use milk.

I laughed after I read this because $4 for 2 meals of protein is nothing considering what we pay for fast food. I was instructed at my pre-surgery meeting yesterday to stay with Whey Isolate rather that soy. You should get this info at your dietician or nutritionist meeting before surgery. If not, ask to see one.

I was told Isopure is a good clear liquid protein that was good for post op. 40gm protein and lots of flavors. A little expensive about $4.00 for 2 servings. Also found New Whey, 42 grams, several flavors. I have not tried any of them yet. Also you can mix the non-flavored powder in with these or crystal lite so you don't use milk. I laughed after I read this because $4 for 2 meals of protein is nothing considering what we pay for fast food. I was instructed at my pre-surgery meeting yesterday to stay with Whey Isolate rather that soy. You should get this info at your dietician or nutritionist meeting before surgery. If not, ask to see one.

I was given a list of things I can have for the post op diet I'm really just looking to see what other people are doing and what they like.. Reccomendations and advice from people who have gone through it... My nutritionist is great but she's never been through this

I'm doing as much research as possible also. One thing I

liked is that all the front office girls at my surgeon's

office have had a bypass. So I will be interested if you find some good answers for me also.

I am extremely allergic to whey and whey protein is absorbed the best and usually contains more protein. If people are struggling to get in their protein post op by supplementing with whey shakes I'm going to have a hell of a time with my hemp protein.

I came nowhere never meeting protein goal for 5-6 weeks post op. My doc said not to fret it, get what I could and focus on hydration.

Edited January 25, 201412 yr by SoccerMomma73

Missnikki13. I had bypass in October. It is difficult to get all the protein in for a few weeks. Just do what you can and drink a lot of water. I used pure protein frosty chocolate already mixed in the bottles. I tolerated that much better than the powder you mix. I bought mine at walmart. 23 grams of protein. They make a 35 gram bottles also. My sister in-law brought me some she found at a drugstore. That really helped. Pure protein has one with 30 grams and tastes pretty good in the chocolate. I don't like the vanilla in that brand at all. SAMs also carries protein shakes. I buy EAS advantage there, but they only have 17 grams so I use them as a snack usually. When you can have yogurt, dannon light and fit Greek yogurt is reall good. My favorite is the peach. I used the vanilla at first because it didn't have fruit in it and it is good also. You can also buy unflavored protein powder and mix it in your broths, even your yogurt or applesauce. I buy syntax nectar. I hope this helps.

This is what I'm using! Still pre-op but my dr said this was perfect for after surgery. It's 60 grams of Protein, low sugar, very low carbs, and it comes in chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla. It's $15.86 a 2lbs tub on amazon.com or $18 at walmart. Cheap and a ton of protein in one shake!?! Does it get much better than that!?! Lol

I am one week post op and I am using new whey protein shots 3.79 fl oz 42gm protein. It doesn't taste to great, kinda like strawberry syrup, but I can get it down fast and meet my protein goal daily. I am currently nauseated by the sight of food, so I get creative on bumping protein without having to eat much at all lol. Also adding egg whites is a trick my sister taught me about. Or Greek yogurt, protein powder, and egg whites you can get 52gm in 1cp yogurt and it tastes good.

I am extremely allergic to whey and whey protein is absorbed the best and usually contains more protein. If people are struggling to get in their protein post op by supplementing with whey shakes I'm going to have a hell of a time with my hemp protein.

Me too...it is so crappy. Egg protien was gross. I am using a soy, rice and pea protien mix now. Not too bad but only 15g of protien. I usually add some PB2 to make it 20 at least.

SAMs club had priemere protein shakes 12 pack 16 dollars.. Chocolate very good.. 40 grams protein..

This is what I'm using! Still pre-op but my dr said this was perfect for after surgery. It's 60 grams of Protein, low sugar, very low carbs, and it comes in chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla. It's $15.86 a 2lbs tub on amazon.com or $18 at walmart. Cheap and a ton of protein in one shake!?! Does it get much better than that!?! Lol

That's what I use plus GNC's unflavored.

So far the three flavors I got I do not really care for them. I got a grape, mango and some blue one. I will be searching for some other type of protein.

It was the Isopure that I tried. Sorry forgot to mention that above.

I am 6 days post op and the thought of food or any protein is grossing me out!! I am drinking water which is good. I lost 8.5 lbs since surgery which is good. I really need to force some protein down I am on full liquids for 1 more week.