just started my Pre-op but for the last couple of weeks my body has been rejecting food. whenever i eat i immedietly run to the bathroom within 20 mins or feel so nauseous. Now im drinking the shhakes and its happening again. I dont mind the Bariatric Advantage with milk its ok but it is a bit thick. any other ideas ways to consume the powder without going off diet? i thought maybe pour it into popsicle molds or put the powder into the yogurt or freeze it like ice cream and try it with a spoon... ANY IDEAS?? or ways to make it easier??? i need to do my pre-op for 10 days then 2 days all Clear liquids. surgery date is the 21st of april!

help!!

@@Erin414 - How do you mix the powder? In a Blender Bottle or in a blender? I found using a blender the shakes are much better and lighter since they are aerated. You can try throwing in a ice cube or 2 to make it more like a milk shake. If its too thick - add a little more milk or Water to thin it out.

Hope you find something that works for you. If you still have a trouble with those shakes ask your doctor if you can try a different one.

Wishing you the best!!

@@Zoey716 heyy i use a blender bottle but ill def try the blender- i used milk yesterday and i wanted to try water to see how it is. yuck! but im trying to see if there are other forms and ways to eating it rather than just sipping too! i miss chewing =[[

What are you allowed on your pre-op? I don't know about freezing it. I just like to chug it down and get it done with. lol. Some people use almond milk and tend to really like it. Or you can try vanilla/chocolate soy milk? (Just watch the sugar content - they do make light versions). Can you have decaf coffee? Try adding cold coffee to the Protein powder and add a couple ice cubes when you blend it -make yourself a little frappuchino! Some folks in my support group suggested that to me too.

Oh and I've heard the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken broth is pretty good - i haven't tried it so I can't give any personal reviews. But that is also a good source of protein!

by adding ice, you make it thicker and can probably use a spoon, you can probably use Torani sugar free syrups to make them more enjoyable as well...and don't forget about free (insurance covered) protein etc by filling out the form at InsureNutrition.com ...

Good luck to you... you will find the right mix for yourself...just keep at it

I couldn't do bariatric advantage. The texture, the taste. Ugh. Then I'd have diarrhea all day. I think we all react to different ones in a different way.

i've read a lot of people like the premier Protein chocolate shakes the best. I haven't tried them yet but on my list.

I liked premier before surgery. After surgery they tasted so gross to me. It's hard to explain.

I have two cases of premiere protein that I've been working in for six weeks. I know exactly what you mean with them. I really like the Jay Robb shakes, they're really thin and light tasting and they have a citrus/tropical one that's good:-)

Just made my first shake, not too bad! My surgeon uses Champion Nutrition's Ultramet, I used 12 ounces cold water, 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon sugarftee raspberry hello, and a few ice cubes in my nutribullet. It is light and thick, you could definitely spoon it if need be. I got the recipe from a book I down loaded on my kindle called, Chef Dave Recipes for weight loss success. It was recommended by my nutritionist. Has recipes for shakes all the way through soft foods. They sound so good, I'm looking forward to trying them. Hope this helps, hang in there!

I have that one @mommamel also Success Habits has a cookbook ... Colleen Cook is often noted in our magazine article section