Ok what I've noticed so far that every time I take my Protein shake I feel uneasy, nauseous and get a diarrhea straight away.. Could this be a dumping syndrome? The brand I'm using is called Ensure (approved by my clinic) though they did recommend another brand that I can't seem to find where I live called Beneprotein. Is there any other options to Protein shakes?

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Also how many grams of Protein per day should I be taking?

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Ensure is loaded with sugars - it's not a good choice for Bariatric patients. That could definitely be causing dumping. Premier Protein is a good option - 30 gms protein and very little fat or sugar! Ensure (original) has 6gms fat, 33 carbs and only 9 gms protein. I am surprised your surgeon said it was okay.

You also may have developed lactose intolerance. I had similar symptoms right after surgery when I ate or drank anything with dairy in it. It was cured really quickly by switching to a lactose free milk. I like Fairlife. I am not 5.5 months out from surgery and I can tolerate dairy again, but only in small amounts. I still drink my fairlife milk with my Protein powder, but I can now tolerate regular yogurt, cheese, and pudding made with regular milk.

I hope you figure it out.

pam

I am a big fan of powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein. I especially like chocolate splendor. You have to order it online, but they have a starter kit as well as being able to buy individual packets as well as tubs.

pam

I agree, Ensure is terrible for bariatric patients. Too much sugar and not enough Protein.

As to how much protein you should be getting, what did your surgeon tell you?

My protein target is 100 grams a day. My surgeon's targets range from 80-100 grams Adam depending on your starting BMI. For him, anyone with a starting BMI over 50 and all makes, the target is 100 grams. Women who start out under 50 BMI have a minimum target of 80 grams.

Ensure is loaded with sugars - it's not a good choice for Bariatric patients. That could definitely be causing dumping. Premier Protein is a good option - 30 gms protein and very little fat or sugar! Ensure (original) has 6gms fat, 33 carbs and only 9 gms protein. I am surprised your surgeon said it was okay.

Oh dear thank for the info. I'll defiantly try and find another brand. It doesn't seem to be easy to find what I want where I live so I might resort to ordering online.

Let's say if down the line I can manage to eat a full chicken breast per day. Would that be enough and there will be no need for the Protein shake?

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I agree, Ensure is terrible for bariatric patients. Too much sugar and not enough Protein.

As to how much protein you should be getting, what did your surgeon tell you?

My protein target is 100 grams a day. My surgeon's targets range from 80-100 grams Adam depending on your starting BMI. For him, anyone with a starting BMI over 50 and all makes, the target is 100 grams. Women who start out under 50 BMI have a minimum target of 80 grams.

My starting BMI is 33. So could it be around 70 grams per day?! A chicken breast is around 43 grams protein.

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I agree, Ensure is terrible for bariatric patients. Too much sugar and not enough protein.

As to how much protein you should be getting, what did your surgeon tell you?

My protein target is 100 grams a day. My surgeon's targets range from 80-100 grams Adam depending on your starting BMI. For him, anyone with a starting BMI over 50 and all makes, the target is 100 grams. Women who start out under 50 BMI have a minimum target of 80 grams.

My starting BMI is 33. So could it be around 70 grams per day?! A chicken breast is around 43 grams protein.

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Costco, BJs Wholesale Club and Walmart all have the Premier Protein and it's very reasonably priced. You could probably order it online.

costco, BJs Wholesale Club and Walmart all have the Premier Protein and it's very reasonably priced. You could probably order it online.

I'm not from the states .. But I'll defiantly order online.

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Look for high protein low sugar/carbs. I was advised to shoot for under 5 sugars and under 5 fats.

Look for high Protein low sugar/carbs. I was advised to shoot for under 5 sugars and under 5 fats.

Does GNC have good Protein shakes? Coz I have one near by

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I was surprised by the comment by my NUT made this week, that whey Isolate Protein is not good in that it does not supply the body with the full protein value on the label (Only gives 12 grams when say 30 grams), and so she want to see all Proteins B4 we use to approve it.

I have used it for years and been told by others that Whey Isolate is a good quality protein and best utilized by the body.

I also have a lot of it, in different flavors on hand, with high protein, low to no carbs.

Any one have any info on this, or do I really have a lot of protein that is not great to use?

Look for high Protein low sugar/carbs. I was advised to shoot for under 5 sugars and under 5 fats.

Does GNC have good protein shakes? Coz I have one near by

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I think so. "@@Inner Surfer Girl" might know which one.

Edited May 6, 201610 yr by KristenLe

Ok what I've noticed so far that every time I take my Protein shake I feel uneasy, nauseous and get a diarrhea straight away.. Could this be a dumping syndrome? The brand I'm using is called Ensure (approved by my clinic) though they did recommend another brand that I can't seem to find where I live called Beneprotein. Is there any other options to protein shakes?

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You can always get powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury.. Check them out!

I love syntax nectar. Only ones I can tolerate. The Water based ones. I love the Caribbean cooler and fuzzy navel flavors

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