Hi everyone I am scheduled for the sleeve on July 24th at NYU with Dr. Schwack. I was approved for the band but I met a friend of a friend who had the sleeve done, did my research and now I'm getting sleeved.

I'm not going to sugar coat it, I'm lazy and don't like mixing things. Can someone recommend a liquid Protein shake which tastes good? I bought GNC's because it had the highest amount of protein but it has an aftertaste. I can't find the slim fast high protein which is on the recommended list.

Can anyone recommend a great tasting Protein Shake please?

Thank you

I have been using the gnc total 25 powder to mix my shakes, an I really LOVE the banana flavor one!

thanks Krystal, however I'm trying not to do powders....I'm lazy and don't like mixing things, I just want to grab and go!! Lol I know I'm a bum ????

A lot of people like Premier Protein shakes and Pure Protein shakes.

Where to buy Premier Protein:

http://www.premierprotein.com/where-to-buy/

You can find Pure Protein in brick and mortar stores (Trader Joe's, Kroger, Costco) but they probably have better selection online. I think bodybuilding.com probably has the best selection and prices:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ww/pure-protein-shake.html

honestly I am not crazy about any of the RTD stuff but Pure Protein was my favorite of what I did try.

Premier Protein shakes are great!

A lot of people like Premier Protein shakes and Pure Protein shakes. Where to buy Premier Protein: http://www.premierprotein.com/where-to-buy/ You can find Pure Protein in brick and mortar stores (Trader Joe's, Kroger, Costco) but they probably have better selection online. I think bodybuilding.com probably has the best selection and prices: http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ww/pure-protein-shake.html honestly I am not crazy about any of the RTD stuff but Pure Protein was my favorite of what I did try.

Premier Protein shakes are great!

Thank you ladies I will look them up.

By the time I was through the surgery and into mushy phase, I couldn't stomach any more shakes. I advise not to stock up too much, even with a flavor or type you like.......once I could get solid protein or even mushy protein down, I haven't had maybe but a few shakes since. I will say you should start to experiment with quest protein bar flavors because they have been my go to since surgery.......

By the time I was through the surgery and into mushy phase, I couldn't stomach any more shakes. I advise not to stock up too much, even with a flavor or type you like.......once I could get solid protein or even mushy protein down, I haven't had maybe but a few shakes since. I will say you should start to experiment with quest protein bar flavors because they have been my go to since surgery.......

Thank you I definitely won't overstock.....I just need to make sure I find something I like to get me through the pre-op diet.

Your doctor doesn't have you on a 2 week liquid preop like Optifast?

By the time I was through the surgery and into mushy phase, I couldn't stomach any more shakes. I advise not to stock up too much, even with a flavor or type you like.......once I could get solid Protein or even mushy protein down, I haven't had maybe but a few shakes since. I will say you should start to experiment with Quest protein bar flavors because they have been my go to since surgery.......

Thank you I definitely won't overstock.....I just need to make sure I find something I like to get me through the pre-op diet.

I've also heard about isopure drinks being excellent for protein intake. I hear they taste like powerade/Gatorade. I haven't tried them yet, I'm still new to all this myself. I just had surgery Wednesday morning, and today is my first day home. If you happen to try the isopure drinks an like let me no, an any other suggestions are helpful. Thanks

I've also heard about Isopure drinks being excellent for Protein intake. I hear they taste like powerade/Gatorade. I haven't tried them yet, I'm still new to all this myself. I just had surgery Wednesday morning, and today is my first day home. If you happen to try the isopure drinks an like let me no, an any other suggestions are helpful. Thanks

I've found the isopure gatorade type bottled drinks to be a bit grainy. Certainly not as smooth as Water or actual gatorade.

I have heard a lot of people say your taste changes after surgery so i just got sample packs, and i got some premier (grab n go) and i like them we have them at sam's club here and wal mart like $20.00 a case

also plan to try syntrax- fuzzy navel heard that was good they have to go packs but it is powder.

Your doctor doesn't have you on a 2 week liquid preop like Optifast?

I have a list of recommended powders and ready to go(RTD) shakes which I can choose from. The GNC lean shake has the highest Protein per serving but it's grainy and has a horrible aftertaste.

To answer your question yes, I have 2 week liquid preop but I have a choice as to what I drink.

I've also heard about isopure drinks being excellent for protein intake. I hear they taste like powerade/Gatorade. I haven't tried them yet, I'm still new to all this myself. I just had surgery Wednesday morning, and today is my first day home. If you happen to try the isopure drinks an like let me no, an any other suggestions are helpful. Thanks

Congrats Krystal....how do you feel? If I try isopure I'll definitely keep u posted.

I have heard a lot of people say your taste changes after surgery so i just got sample packs, and i got some premier (grab n go) and i like them we have them at sam's club here and wal mart like $20.00 a case also plan to try syntrax- fuzzy navel heard that was good they have to go packs but it is powder.

Thanks RNJ I'll look out for it at Walmart.

Thanks everyone for your suggestions, you all have been sooooo helpful, I really appreciate it.

Congrats Krystal....how do you feel? If I try isopure I'll definitely keep u posted.

Sorry for the slow reply, but I feel ALOT better today. The first few days home I was miserable! I normally sleep on my side or stomach (you no with that 1 arm under pillow!) but that puts pressure on ur tummy, and it hurt bad!! SoI wasn't getting any good sleep, i think I got most of it in the living room recliner. Me an the husband starting hitting the track walking 1 mile a day, so that eased up on gas pains alot. Also I am having hard time getting my liquids an protein in. It's still a little sore when I swallow so I sipp real lightly. The 1 thing I hate, is the Little monster the dr replaced my tummy with! Throughout the day I get these horrible pains in my tummy, that are loud! To be honest I think it is my tummy growling, but due to me still healing it hurts. Idk, but this has been an amazing journey so far. I got out of hospital on the 31st, a weighed as soon as I got home. I thought that I would have lost weight in hospital but I didn't! I weighed the exact same as when I was admitted for surgery:(

BUT today I weighed, an I've lost 10lbs just since Friday! In total shock;)

When are u scheduled for surgery? What area are you in?