I start my liquid diet the day before thanksgiving () which I am fine with. It more concerned with having to lie to everyone as to why I'm not eating...

I was wondering what Protein drink you all preferred for pre op? I can't do chalky or too thick. And I'm trying to keep it at a reasonable price. I also have Crohn's disease so I'm trying to stay away from things like Premier Protein because all of the crap in there and I don't want to end up having a flare up.

And suggestions?

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I don't know about the Crohns and I currently live premier. But have you tried Muscle Milk 100?I'd be interested to know if you find a " clean", palatable Protein shake!

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I'm telling everyone because it will keep me accountable. So far little discouragement!

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What about nectar Natural by Syntrax? I have had Nectar but not the Nectar Natural. It isn't as thick as some Protein shakes. Lots of flavors available I would assume that pretty much all low calorie Protein Shakes are going to have artificial sweeteners which is what I assume you mean as crap. Nectar Naturals apparently contains nothing artificial. It looks like it uses Stevia. It is more expensive apparently.

For the Nectar you should be able to get samples of different flavors. I also see Grab N Go variety packs that have 8 flavors.

Since you have the Crohn's you could just tell people that your doctor recommended these shakes for a number of days which is the truth. People will probably assume that it is due to the Crohn's. Or if you don't mind not being truthful tell them you had a Crohn's flare is the shakes were recommended by your doctor as treatment.