Hi everyone, I've been on this site for about six months now, but I've never interacted much. Having said that, every one of you have greatly helping me in making a decision about surgery. Original bypass was scheduled for June 21, but due to unforeseen circumstances, postponed until July 12th. Was really having second thoughts, simply because of all of the negativity from family and friends. I've finally decided to do what's right for me, after many late nights of watching videos and reading all of your stories. I start my pre-op on Wednesday, so I stocked up on yogurt, sugar free Jello, Premier protein drinks, and unflavored protein powder. So, any ideas what I can do with the unflavored powder? I added it to water, with a few drops of Mio, and it coagulated, forming a type of chewing gum! [emoji33][emoji33] Was actually kind of disturbing. So I need some ideas on how to use this powder... Any suggestions? Thanks everyone, for being my support system, without even realize you were doing it [emoji16]

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I mixed my protein powder (I bought vanilla & chocolate powder) with different flavorings & vanilla beans. I also used a couple of tablespoons of sugar free instant pudding. Also used low fat milk instead of water to get the extra protein. Experiment, you will find something you like!

I also had family members who tried to discourage me, YOU do what's best for you!

I use the unflavored protein also. I add it to my ESPRESSO every day. For me it is a win win because I would drink my coffee any way. If you are using GEWNEPRO I just temper it in warm water then add to my coffee. Myoplex has a pretty good protein, it is called RICH DARK CHOCOLATE. ATKINS has a good protein drink. Very tasty. I really would hate to add up how much $$ I have spent on protein stuff I just couldn't do. I was lucky that my Nephew does protein just to be healthy. LOL One thing that I have heard from others myself included: Our taste changes after WLS. Be careful not to buy a lot of any protein drinks because you may not care for them afterwards. My taste and smell changed BIG TIME. Everything tasted like medal almost in everything I tried to eat or drink. My smell has always been great but after MAN O MIGHTY, I can smell cigarettes from outside of our Mobile Home all the time.We do have smokers all around us but...this is extreme!! Noone else smells anything but I do for sure!!

Yes my taste changed drastically after surgery. I could not drink coffee for almost 4 months! Dr told me it would come back & it did going into 5th month. But you will always need protein drinks. I am having a hard time finding unflavored protein. I went to 2 GNC stores, where do u buy?

Hi I buy my GENEPRO online thru Amazon. It is kind of expensive but it only takes 1 tablespoon. Some will argue about the grams of protein, I have used this for quite awhile now and have not had anything abnormal on my blood work. It is the only one that is tasteless that I have found. Good Luck

Yes my taste changed drastically after surgery. I could not drink coffee for almost 4 months! Dr told me it would come back & it did going into 5th month. But you will always need protein drinks. I am having a hard time finding unflavored protein. I went to 2 GNC stores, where do u buy?

Yes GNC has it online and I'm not sure if they have it in store. But I know for sure The Voice Shoppe has them in store. Also, they currently have a sale where if you purchase any isopure product, the second is half off. So I just purchased 2 of the 3lb unflavored protein powder!

Hi everyone, I've been on this site for about six months now, but I've never interacted much. Having said that, every one of you have greatly helping me in making a decision about surgery. Original bypass was scheduled for June 21, but due to unforeseen circumstances, postponed until July 12th. Was really having second thoughts, simply because of all of the negativity from family and friends. I've finally decided to do what's right for me, after many late nights of watching videos and reading all of your stories. I start my pre-op on Wednesday, so I stocked up on yogurt, sugar free Jello, Premier protein drinks, and unflavored protein powder. So, any ideas what I can do with the unflavored powder? I added it to water, with a few drops of Mio, and it coagulated, forming a type of chewing gum! [emoji33][emoji33] Was actually kind of disturbing. So I need some ideas on how to use this powder... Any suggestions? Thanks everyone, for being my support system, without even realize you were doing it [emoji16]
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Congratulations!! I just started my pre-op diet today!!

I was in the same boat regarding second thoughts because of unsupportive people in my life. But, like you, I had to remind myself that this was for *me* and *my* future!

Regarding the unflavored protein, I plan on adding it to unsweetened jello for non-alcoholic jello shots. I'm also going to be making bone broth this weekend, so I'll add some to that as well. Or store bought veggie organic broth?

My Dr wants me to have 60-65 grams of protein a day. Sometimes I find not want to eat so plain protein in a drink would be great. Luckily I love fish which has a lot of protein!

Thank you for the great ideas!!! Looking forward to seeing what I can come up with. Love the coffee idea, just switched over to decaf [emoji19] so I'll definitely try the unflavored in that

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I add Unjury unflavored protein powder to Premier Protein drinks to supercharge the amount of protein. I also add it to soups but make sure to keep the temp under 140 degrees. I've even added it to yolk mixture when I make deviled eggs.