I'm trying to get ready for my pre-op diet as I just got my surgery date for Nov. 2nd and I'm trying to find a decent Protein shake that is affordable. What are your favorites?

I tried a sample of the pre-made chocolate Premier Protein and liked that, but can't find it anywhere near me. Any good places to purchase online?

Thanks in advance for any help/advice!

As I'm writing this, i see the ad for the brand I am going to recommend - powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury. My nutritionist had recommended to try it since it's what they serve in the hospital that I am going to have my surgery in. They aren't too bad. You can order both large containers and sample packets from Amazon which is convenient.

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I have tried quite a few. Quest is the best brand that I've found. Clean ingredients, great flavors and recommended by my NUT. I also tried unjury but it's the only powder that didn't agree with me. It actually made my stomach upset.

There's some good rankings on Labdoor -- https://labdoor.com/rankings/protein

I was able to find pre-made Premier Protein shakes in Stop & Shop in NY (specifically Bay Shore )...I think about $8 for 4 shakes. I just tried a new brand of powder this week...Syntrax nectar Protein Powder. There are 15 different flavors- so far I've tried Wild Grape and Caribbean Cooler (tastes a bit like Piña Colada). So far, I've found these to have much less of a "protein" taste and the aftertaste is pretty mild too. I'm pre-op, so I had no issues with tolerating it in my system. I like this better than unjury so far, and I think it mixes better.

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I think my surgeon's office uses Bariatric Advantage, but I have no idea how it tastes or how much it costs.

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I'm trying to get ready for my pre-op diet as I just got my surgery date for Nov. 2nd and I'm trying to find a decent Protein shake that is affordable. What are your favorites?

I tried a sample of the pre-made chocolate Premier Protein and liked that, but can't find it anywhere near me. Any good places to purchase online?

Thanks in advance for any help/advice!

i buy Orgain from Wholefoods in chocolate and vanilla. I also buy the EAS whey Protein shakes which I get at cvs. Those have 30 grams for 180 calories and taste pretty good. Sometimes I add a tablespoon of PB2 which is powdered Peanut Butter and 85% less calories than regular peanut butter. Makes it enjoyable to drink. Last option is the Atkins shakes which come in so many flavors they are a great change of pace. Latte, caramel, Cookies n cream etc.

I find that the ready made shakes are less grainy than the powder. I can't tolerate the grainy powder like consistency.

Good luck, hope this helps.

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I have to do Bariatric fusion (Protein Powder with Low Fat Milk) and it's very good. Not cheap - but worth it as far as I'm concerned. I got it in the BP store but there's also a website www.bariatricfusion.com

We were allowed Protein shakes pre-op w more sugar like the Kellogg's Special K shakes. They were good.

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Premier chocolate and Atkins strawberry.

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I really like the Syntrax nectar shakes... though my favorite is premier Protein chocolate + ice + Water, milk or vanilla Greek yogurt + PB2 in a blender. It's so yummy! You can get Premier Protein on Amazon. You can also add sugar free pudding mix to any shake to mix up the flavor. Good luck!

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@@Nerdgrl My plan doesn't allow for yogurt or pudding (pre-op anyway).

I love premier chocolate. It is at Sams club Walmart costco and I am told Walgreens. I know Costco has online. It is convenient and has high Protein. I really value the convenience of these as well, easy grab and go. I did like their vanilla but since surgery just can't do it anymore.

My next favorite is unjury chicken broth. You should click links here and consider their starter kit.

I found Bariatric Advantage a bit too sweet and pretty pricey. I regret buying so much at my surgeon office pre-op.

Next I like Isopure unflavored. Good mixture odorless tasteless.

Ograin is at Whole Foods but cost more than premier it has less protein, Vitamins, and Fiber and some have more sugar as well. So not a fan.

This is good to know. I wonder if I have to use the Bariatric Advantage that my surgeon has, or if I'll be able to drink other shakes as well.

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My office only sells BA but the nut recommended others including premier unjury and isopure. I would be surprised if they say only that one brand. One main reason is that the BA unflavored is sweetened so you can't use in broth -- which can be a key need for people who don't like shakes.

@chycky @ginabee38@chycky I can do any Protein shake post-op - but pre-op I'm required to do Bariatric fusion.

Premier is also at BJs and amazon. I just Jarrow unflavored and made soft serve with bananas, greek yogurt and the protein powder