Protein Goal/Shopping List

[DuckieXD 20]

So I really have 2 questions. Hubby and I are both getting the surgery in May. I'm looking at Protein Shakes and Protein broths ect in order to prepare to be prepared after the surgery. After we reach our protein goal ( 60-70mg) are we okay to just drink drink drink as long as we arnt hungry in the liquids phase? It seems most of these have 27mg per 6-8 oz serving, which I understand will take us a while to get down but to me that says 3.5 servings a day and then we've reached our protein goal. Of course we will be taking Vitamins etc. Im just wondering how realistic it is that that will be all we need? I think the calories are about 130 per serving, so that is about 400 calories a day, is that about what you were getting the first month post op?

My other question is what would you suggest we pick up pre op for post op. Can you suggested the best ( least protein tasting) unflavored Protein powder? Thanks in advance!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

If you are like me, right after surgery it will be difficult to get in all of your Protein and fluids so you will be sipping all day. As you heal and progress through the food phases, it gets easier.

Definitely are if you can get sample packs of powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury, Syntrax nectar, Quest, Isopure, etc. to see what you like. Keep in mind your tastes may change post-op. You can also sample different shakes at GNC.

Here is what got me through the clear and full liquid phases:

Premier Protein (chocolate is my favorite but I also like the vanilla and strawberry)

ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrates (various flavors)

ProtiDiet creamy chicken and Tomato basil Soups

Unjury plain and chicken Soup

ProtiDiet hot chocolate

WonderSlim dark chocolate pudding

PB2

Syntrax Nectar (fuzzy navel is my favorite)

GNC Lean shake 25 (orange cream is my favorite)

Crystal light

Mio drops

Mint and other herb "tea"

Decaf hot tea

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I forgot to add:

sugar free Jello

sugar free Popsicles

[SummerDream 97]

I am currently 6 wks post op and I only take in about 500-550 calories a day so yes 400 is actually correct especially the first couple of weeks when you are only drinking limited amounts. At first I was only able to drink 1 oz at a time, then I was up to 2 oz by day 3. Right now I can drink 4 oz of my Protein shake. My NUT says to take a sip and than place the cup down for a bit because you still need to take 15-20 min to "eat" your "meal" even if it's just drinking liquid.

I use the yogurt to take my meds with. I was originally using Motts organic applesauce but it didn't hide the flavor of my crushed pills.

Here is what I ate based on NUT recommendation:

Bariatric Advantage Protein Shake - Fave flavors: chocolate & Orange Cream

Jello sugar free Jello or pudding

Dannon Light & Fit - No fruit on the bottom. The regular version is thinner than the greek version.

unjury non flavored Protein Powder

Crystal Light

[SassyNanny 311]

Premier Protein drinks. costco is cheapest. I like Choc and vanilla. Drink them cold or heated.

I use GENEPRO unflavored powfered Protein still. I mix it into Soups, SF pudding, eggs, drinks etc. I get it on Amazon. Since a serving is one Tablespoon it lasts a long time. I drank cranberry juice the first week post op.

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[lifeofblair 308]

Once I was on soft foods, I would make pudding and add unflavored Protein powder. I used Unjury. I definitely recommend getting sample packs or protein powder to see what you like.

[Fame 53]

I drink permier shakes also, the best tasting ones to me. I also use genpro for a unflavored Protein powder, I mix it into just about anything to add in extra protein.. I can hardly taste it!

[TJBintheOC 104]

I didn't like any shakes. I drank Coco Libre coconut Water with protein...chocolate and vanilla, (20g). Fairlife milk jugs (19g). And Unjury chicken Soup. Those were lifesavers.

[SummerDream 97]

I also liked BariatricPal Cream of Broccoli. I found it a relief to have something that wasn't sweet tasting like everything else I had to "eat".

[2goldengirl 2,076]

Just bear in mind that what you try, and love preop may not agree with you postop. I'm still throwing up Protein Shakes postop.

[Rachel5660 9]

I'm having trouble getting the Protein Drinks down. My tastes has completely changed and I wasn't expecting that. Even looking at the packages makes me sick. I don't recommend New Whey. It's all sickly sweet and tastes the same to me. Can you taste unflavored powdered?

[SassyNanny 311]

I use GENEPRO unflavored Protein powder from Anazon. No flavor at all. It is a very fine powder and usually dissolves well. I put in lots of things. Last night I had SF pudding made with nonfat milk and added the powder to the already set pudding. It didn't blend in all the way but the lumps were just chocolatey bumps like old fashioned cooked pudding could get. No biggie. I use it in my bottled Water with Mio drops.

Soup, mashed veggies, spaghetti sauce. I whip it into my raw egg for an omelet. 30g Protein 98 cal a one tablespoon serving. My saving grace for getting my Protein numbers up.

Best Wishes!

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Edited March 28, 2016 by SassyNanny

[Samara1974 116]

GENEPRO seems pretty popluar too it is unflavored Protein powder that mixes well. Lots of folks put it in their crystal light drinks in the morning. You get if from Amazon, I haven't tried it yet but it is on it's way to me now.

Edited March 28, 2016 by Samara1974

[TJBintheOC 104]

Hate Protein Shakes. Fairlife milk jugs (19g). Unjury chicken Soup and coco libre coconut Water with Protein in chocolate and vanilla. Yummy. Trust me. Not thick. Didn't have to choke it down.

[patriciaorta 11]

I drink Premier Protein, my dr said they are the same as other Protein shakes only cheaper, at costco and wal-mart.

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