I am 13 days post up. I tried different brand of Protein shake but they are disgusting and taste terrible.

Tomorrow I will start puree phase and planing to force my self with protein shake.

Just one question, since I didn't get protein in the past two weeks, will this affect me health wise? You know like increase the risk of leak or I am not ready for puree phase or something like that?

@@khaled,

Most of us struggle in the first couple of weeks with Protein. The important thing to understand is that you must have protein to heal so you need to get after that asap.

I had a similiar issue until I found one I really like. I use Premier Protein ready made shakes. They actually taste pretty good and they don't have that overly strong taste of Protein powder. Because they are premade, you also don't get the grit.

You can buy them at costco or Sam's and some Walgreens have them in smaller packs.

Also Syntrax nectar in the grab and go packs are better than most as well. The fuzzy naval flavor and the Caribbean cooler is excellent made with Water. The vanilla bean torte made with milk is very good too but you need to use a cup with a shaker ball.

I hope you find a solution that works for you because besides water, protein is very very critical to your health.

Good luck!

@@khaled No, it won't increase any leaks. I don't know anyone who got all the protein needs in the first few days, it usually takes some time. Have you tried the premier protein ready made shakes or the Atkins?

No I haven't tried premier shakes. I hear everyone say they are the best.

Edited August 4, 201510 yr by khaled

Depending on what flavor you like...I am pre-op and love vanilla premier shake with sugar free caramel syrup. I could seriously live on this...I also love caramel. There are many different sugar free flavors available...just put it in the vanilla shake and drink it cold. My dietitian also told me to use MIO and Crystal Light if I want some fruity flavors instead of my caramel.

The short answer to your question is you can run a Protein deficit for six weeks or so without major heath consequences. They body adapts but usually with lots of hair falling out ;-(. But that's not where you want to be. So keep trying shake mixes, or get some genpro and mix it in with yogurt and your puree. Tasteless and it dissolves well.

I don't know that you can have banana yet but when you can, I had someone suggest this and just tried it and Oh My Gosh was it good! - Vanilla Protein powder (or Premier Protein vanilla shake), Orange Crush Water Enhancer (like Crystal Light - in the same area in the store) and a small bit of banana (I used about 1 oz but I am not a huge fan of bananas). Highly recommend it! I don't know that I could drink it everyday, but it was a wonderful treat. Also, have you used PB2? I mix a small amount of PB2 (like 1/2 Tbsp) with a chocolate shake and it is really good too.

I haven't experimented much with mixes, but I am starting too because at almost 9 weeks out, I am still struggling to get in enough protein from food. There are a lot of good recipes out there. Check out this link if you haven't seen this website yet. She has some wonderful recipes!

http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/06/my-favorite-protein-shake-recipes.html

Hope that helps!​ And as others said, most people don't get in all their protein in the first few weeks. It takes a while to work up to it. Just keep trying and stay hydrated above all!

@@Daisee68

I love chocolate shake with a banana and a tablespoon of Peanut Butter. Blend with ice in blender and YUM! What is PB2? I've seen a few people mention it.

@@Dawn306 - it is a powdered Peanut Butter. http://www.bellplantation.com/4-pack-pb2-powdered-peanut-butter-6-5-oz-jars.html

You can get it at Target (other places too I'm sure - including Amazon). ​

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I recently saw PB2 at Costco, huge jar of it.

I had difficulty with the protein as well. I now use pure protein (chocolate ) with unsweetened almond milk, pb2, and sometimes a half of a banana. Very good, not that sweet. I didn't like the premier shakes, too sweet. Good luck!

im hoping that people aren't making Protein shakes with Peanut Butter and bananas in the early stages of post surgery. That's a lot of sugar. Bananas are loaded with sugars and so is most peanut butter. I used to ( stopped last week) snack on all natural peanut butter with only peanuts and salt as the ingredients, the kind you have to stir before you use it to reincorporate the natural oils. but its an easy way to increase your carb and sugar load as well. Use this honeymoon period to your advantage, trust me once this slows down, your going to dream about being back in the honeymoon phase.

Dont waste it.

Also for Protein shake information, check out the video section of this site. I and others have posted a lot of

taste test video for you to watch. I will be adding some more soon as syntax is sending me some specially made samples of the new , Naturals, line of protein mixes. For now my new favorite is 1 scoop of syntax latte Cappuccino, 6 ounces of skim milk, 1 teaspoon of PB2 chocolate, and 4 ice cubes, blend and enjoy. tastes like a peanut butter cup with a little coffee kicker. Its a wonderful shake on a warm day. Also the fuzzy navel with Water , some strawberries and pineapple is great but i limit that to only one day a week as a pre-workout due to the sugars in the fruit.

I bought premier protein shakes and I love it . I just wasted my money buying protein powder.