Help! I'm having a very difficult time with protein shakes and powder. They make me so sick. Even with just one small sip I feel like I'm going to vomit. Anyone that could offer me some advise I would be ever so thankful.

Just keep trying different ones until you find one that works for you. I went thru about 10 until I found 2 that I could handle. Premier protein chocolate at SAMs or Costco and the other is Isopure Dutch chocolate zero carb. Those seem to be easy on my stomach and they are not thick shakes. The thinner the better for me!

Thank you for the suggestions. I've tried about six different ones including the ready to drink ones. I'm starting to get frustrated. I agree the thiner the consistency would be far better. Thank you again!

Have you tried a scoop or half a scoop of protein powder in a carton of greek yougurt? I find it more palatable some days than the shakes. I'm 9 months out, and there are days that I just can't stomach any type of Shake, but need to bulk up my protein intake. Vanilla yogurt with strawberry protein powder works well for me.

Edited January 25, 201511 yr by Mayaresearchmom

Syntrax offers a sample pack of their nectar Protein mixes. 15-18 packs for under $20 delivered. You have to go to their website and get the 800 number to order though.

What are you mixing it with?

I am lactose intolerant still. 5 1/2 years out. I use almond milk and it makes a big difference.

WATER! SORRY I FORGOT TO MENTION THAT. I AM LACTOSE INTOLLERANT ALSO.

Try almond milk or lactade. Something for lactose intolerance. It made a big difference for me.

GENEPRO is fantastic! No taste, ZERO! Add it to anything, hot or cold. It does not change the texture or flavor. No aftertaste, nothing!

Another thing you can do is add a half teaspoon of sugar free jello powder to your protein drink. So if you want a orange dreamcicle you could use two scoops of vanilla protein powder, a cup of water, a half teaspoon of orange sugar free jello powder and ice in a blender. Yum!

The bariatric foodie's book on shakes is also an excellent resource.