Let’s talk protein

[mel1214 14]

I had my pre-op class today and we talked a lot about Protein. Problem is, they push whey protein because it absorbs better, but I’m prone to kidney stones and a vegetarian so whey isn’t an option for me. The dietician is going to do some research for me, but does anyone know of a good vegan protein that actually tastes good?

[Berry78 4,259]

Does it have to be vegan? There are egg white based Proteins as well.

[Ldyvenus 317]

Your best bet is soy, and other types of Beans. Milk and cheese also have quite a bit of Protein.

[mel1214 14]

It doesn’t have to be vegan, but I prefer it to be.

[Kat410 423]

There are lots of vegan Protein powders. I used Orgain but then switched to a whey powder and am getting better weight loss results since doing so.

[FenwayRN 3]

I’ve been a vegetarian for 20+ years and have started the pre-op diet. Getting my Protein in has been very hard. I’m drinking shakeology which I know Is vegan. I will eat eggs/seafood too. Do you have suggestions for protein options?

Edited October 11, 2017 by FenwayRN

[Youreanawfulperson 1]

On October 11, 2017 at 5:06 PM, FenwayRN said:

I’ve been a vegetarian for 20+ years and have started the pre-op diet. Getting my Protein in has been very hard. I’m drinking shakeology which I know Is vegan. I will eat eggs/seafood too. Do you have suggestions for Protein options?

Aren't you the same person who use to look down on people who got surgery and took the easy way out?

[VSGnewguy 164]

I've never tried it but I've heard that PB2 Peanut Butter powder isn't bad and can be used to add some Protein to shakes, etc.