I was just talking with my nutritionist earlier today about my issues with the protein powder. She suggested instead to try nonfat dry milk powder instead of the protein powder. Of course, I couldn't add it to everything, but it would dissolve better than protein would and add 8 grams of protein per serving. Have any of you been told to do this?

Yep, it was one of the suggestions my nutritionist had for our class as well.

I just noticed we're from the same area and had our surgery the same day. I'm from the Flint area (a little north of Flint actually). I had my band at the Barix Clinic in Ypsilanti. What a coincidence! How are you doing since your surgery?

We visited with the Nutritionist last week, and she told us that the Carnation non fat powder is the best way to get extra protein. She recommended that we blend it into our Sugar Free Carnation Instant Breakfast mix. She said to add a 1/3 cup of the powder to the Instant Breakfast packet and 1 cup skim milk. This is for our initial liquid period right after our banding, but she said that even afterwards it's a good source of protein.

Good Luck!!

Yea that's what I am doing too for my pre-op and also after I mix 1/3 cup nonfat dry milk with a packet of carnation instant breakfast & about a cup of ice cubes and make a milk shake. Today I put fresh blueberries in & it was really good. I'm limited on Protein sources as I have severe food allergies-and I'm stil fat!

-Sara