Anyone have recommendations on Protein shakes and Vitamins? I've heard using bariatric specific brands are best to use but I'm not sure which brands are trustworthy. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

While I was doing my pre-op diet I used the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury brand Protein powders. A bit pricey, but it's good quality. The chocolate is actually one of the better tasting protein powders I've had. The vanilla and strawberry left a lot to desire personally speaking. I've since switched back to my regular Protein powder by Body Fortress. Taste isn't as good but packs a lot of protein and comes in at a good price.

I've been using the Celebrate brand Vitamins. One I take is a Calcium supplement and the other a multi-Vitamin. They have both chewables and capsules. Both come in a variety of flavors and aren't too bad tasting.

If you are pre-op the only thing I would caution you about is stocking up on too much before surgery. A lot of things didn't taste as good afterwards. While I had no issues with the multi-vitamin flavor prior to surgery I couldn't stand it afterwards, and still can't. That one was a wild berry flavor. The calcium is orange flavored but didn't have any problems with that post surgery. Even the Unjury tasted differently afterwards. You just want to avoid being stuck with a bunch of protein and/or vitamins that you may hate right after surgery.

Thank you very much, thats very helpful. I will definitely look into both those products!

I've used the Bariatric Advantage chocolate Protein shake too and while I'm sick of it at this point, I found it very palatable. I'm also a fan of the "unjury" chicken Soup flavor and the unflavored that I can mix into premade Soups, because I need savory as much as possible now. I don't have any specific Vitamin recommendations as I wanted to save money and just used the gummy Vitamins I already had (don't copy me )

Edited February 28, 20179 yr by EmmyJ

Thank you ill have to check that brand as well!

I am currently using Isopure unflavored Protein powder to mix in things such as decaf iced tea and Crystal Light. You can also mix the unflavored protein powder in things such as broth, cream soups, and then when you get to the pureed food stage.... you can mix it in your foods such as yogurt or refried Beans, etc.

For flavored Protein shakes, I've tried Bariatric Advantage (I thought it was too sweet), and Premier ready-to-drink protein shakes. My favorite one is the Premier Protein shake in chocolate. You can purchase a 4-pack of shakes at Walmart for around $7. But if you have a Sam's Club, you can usually find a 12-pack for $16-$18 on sale, which is really good.

For Vitamins, I was told only to take bariatric vitamins. I have tried both Bariatric Advantage and Celebrate. I am currently taking the Celebrate brand, which I like best flavor and cost-wise. I take Calcium with Vitamin D and a multi-vitamin with Iron.

Edited February 28, 20179 yr by mylighthouse

Oh okay these are good things to know, thanks so much!