I'll be 3 weeks post-op tomorrow. I'm not able to get the damn protein in! I was drinking premiere protein and doing ok, but now they make me sick. I bought unflavored powder to mix in soup , oatmeal, etc. however I can only eat 4 bites of those at a time. It just doesn't add up to enough. I was able to try the ricotta bake tonight. Loved it but 1/8 of the recipe (one cupcake half full) was too much. I feel sick now. Obviously, I can't push purée any higher.

Any suggestions? How bad is it that I'm only getting 15-20 grams a day? I'm not hungry, but it is stressing me out.

I am 3 weeks too.

Sources of Protein and basically my diet right now ( they are all liquid/pureed protein for the most part right now, still the easiest to get in the most protein if liquid form):

shakes. I do powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury brand chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla (blend with ice, milk, some banana) and the Premier Protein.

Unjury Unflavored protein (mix this into avocado, sugar free pudding etc.)

Unjury chicken Soup (If I get tired of the taste, I mix in a little tomato or potato cream Soups, just a bit changes the flavor)

Greek Yogurts (Dannon light & fit)

Cottage Cheese

Avocados

Scrambled Eggs

I know one thing my nutrionist stressed about the high protein diet, is that it helps protect your muscle too, so you don't lose muscle, which isn't good. High protein diet protects the muscle and burns off fat cells. At least that is how I understood it.

Are there any good books on this topic? I'd really like to understand better particularly given my plan has lower Protein recommendations. Surely my dietitian knows her stuff....at least I hope

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There's alot of info available online. Not all Programs follow the same diet but most I have seen in the US suggest high protein.

Omg...MarieLouise- I can so relate. I had my surgery on 7/18 and I am having the same exact issue. I loved Premier Protein while on my preop diet but now I can't finish an entire one. At this point in just trying to get in my fluids more so then the protein but that's not easy either . It will get easier with time

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I tried the premier Protein on my preop diet and hated them. They have a terrible chemical aftertaste for me. So my nut suggested core power Protein drinks instead. I love them and they aren't to thick so I am drinking them after surgery now with no issues getting in the protein that way. I'm still on liquids till next week. I hope something works out for you!

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Sorry about your Protein issues everyone has given great advice. I was not advised to hit protein goals so soon but to work up toward them. However it was recommended for me to get at least 40g for the first month.

I know what you mean about the premier. I love them but they sometimes make me a little nauseated. Typically you can take a little break and come back to them and you can begin to tolerate them again. Perfect time to explore other options. I've gotten a little sick of them but Id purchased 4 cases so I felt obligated to finish them. I found that mixing in a frozen banana with the chocolate ones are amazing. Thicker, and very tasty. I've also tried frozen peaches, and strawberries with the vanilla and strawberry flavors respectively.

You may have to find a way to incorporate greek yogurt three times a day, and try breaking your Protein shakes up into 4oz servings. Maybe you can tolerate them better that way.

Also if you like spinach, kale and fruit smoothies, you could make smoothies with greek yogurt and add a scoop of protein for an added boost. I was doing this at post op week 3. If all else fails talk to your NUT.

I imagine as your diet advances, so will your protein intake.

Same problem here. I have tried so many Protein products it is unreal. Recently the only protein I can get down is Atkins Lift protein Water. Lemon is best to me...so far. Each bottle has 20 grams.

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People have given great advice, just one thing I would add.

Try a lactaid or two with your Protein drink. (As long as you are drinking whey protein.)

You can chew them. I keep it in my mouth and let it dissolve while I drink my shake. I personally take about 4 to 6 of them with one shake. It made a world of difference.

I have always liked the chocolate Premier Protein shakes but shortly after surgery my body didn't! Someone on the boards recommend lactaid and bam I was back in business.

Hope this helps and good luck!