9/21/15 sleeved. Is a daily protein shake good or bad at this point?

[sleeve_getter 41]

I still drink a ready to drink Premier shake for my easy grab and go breakfast at least 5 days a week. I don't hate them like some people do. It's easy way to get 30g of Protein with only 5g carbs to start my day on a good balance. I'm never hungry in morning and I'm good until lunch. But many say that at this point I should be getting my calories and protein from solid foods only to improve satiety. Thoughts? Others at 5 months in same boat?

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[sleeve_getter 41]

I should add my stats. HW 295, SW 275, CW 220. Age 46 5'8".

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[shriner37 249]

I'm not sure what program you are on (I see you are also from Kansas) but my surgeon's dietary guide says that after week 8 "you should no longer be drinking Protein shakes except as an occasional meal replacement". It sounds like you are using it as a Meal Replacement but not just 'occasionally'.

Not to disagree with my doctor, but I have a friend who had VSG and achieved her goal using a different surgeon and program. She told me that the key to her success was consuming Protein at a higher level than her program required. She did add a shake or some protein supplement each day.

I honestly think the key is getting in enough good quality protein. A shake is probably a good replacement for Breakfast, maybe less so for lunch or dinner where you are likely to get a broader range of nutrients from dietary selections.

And congratulations on great results!

Edited February 7, 2016 by shriner37

[sleeve_getter 41]

Well your quote sounds straight out of my binder. I'm with KC Bariatric and our NUT Laura says I shouldn't lean on the shakes so much but as long as I'm not hungry and snacking before lunch it's ok. I get on avg between 60-70 grams of Protein a day with half of that of course from my shake. On days I don't do a shake I usually eat a yogurt for breakfast which is less protein and more carbs.

[shriner37 249]

Yep, it is right out of the KC Bariatric manual. Had to get it off the shelf to quote it! :-)

Keep in mind that the manual is designed to be a general guide for everyone. Each of us has specific requirements and react differently to diet, exercise and nutrient balance. I'd say if it is working for you then it isn't an issue. It sounds like you've already talked with Laura about it.

I like a hot breakfast in the morning so I usually make a small Egg Beaters omelet with some shredded 2% cheese. It fills me up for the morning and is a good Protein source.

A few weeks ago I started adding a Quest bar each day for a mid-afternoon snack, but then read several posters on here saying that the Quest bar slowed or stopped their weight loss, so I took them out of my program this week. I'm trying hard to get 60-80 grams of Protein a day without supplements but it isn't easy.

Good luck on your journey!

[sleeve_getter 41]

First off I don't like Quest bars. I do however love the chocolate chip cookie dough bars from Slim 4 Life (I did that program a few years ago with limited temporary success). So I have a stash of those bars on standby when I crave a sweet something but I try to limit to one a week at most. The premier shakes are much lower carbs than the bars so I justify them as a Breakfast easier than as a supplement or snack. I do think it's critical to meet at least 60g Protein a day and an egg or yogurt for my breakfast always make me short at the end of the day. Thanks for the chat!