Hey everyone! I’m 6 weeks post op today. I literally have probably only drank maybe 3 protein shakes since my surgery... I’m having the worst time with them. I literally take 2-3 drinks of them and my stomach starts hurting and I start gagging. I’ve tried different kinds as well. Nothing seems to make it better. They all taste really salty to me.. Anyone else having this problem? Or is it just me? (I am still getting my protein intake in throughout the day) but I would like to do at least 1 protein shake a day!

I do the premade GNC Lean Shakes and haven't had any problems with them.

Okay. I will look into those. Thank you so much! ☺️

Hi!,

I really love the Bariatric Pal hot chocolate with mini marshmallows. They sit well with my stomach too. I am one of those people that does not tolerate many of the protein drinks out there.

Congratulations on your surgery!

4 hours ago, Timberleah said:

Hey everyone! I’m 6 weeks post op today. I literally have probably only drank maybe 3 Protein Shakes since my surgery... I’m having the worst time with them. I literally take 2-3 drinks of them and my stomach starts hurting and I start gagging. I’ve tried different kinds as well. Nothing seems to make it better. They all taste really salty to me.. Anyone else having this problem? Or is it just me? (I am still getting my Protein intake in throughout the day) but I would like to do at least 1 Protein Shake a day!

I have the same problem. I'm 22 days out and haven't drank one. I can't stand whey. It makes me gag. I'm going to look into a protein bar and see if I have better luck.

17 minutes ago, gabybab said:

I have the same problem. I'm 22 days out and haven't drank one. I can't stand whey. It makes me gag. I'm going to look into a Protein Bar and see if I have better luck.

At 22 days a bar probably wouldn't be a good idea. There are lots of types of protein powders - collagen based, vegan, plant, whey - not all protein is whey. Try collagen or vegan proteins they may sit better with you.

On 03/19/2019 at 06:59, Timberleah said:

Hey everyone! I’m 6 weeks post op today. I literally have probably only drank maybe 3 Protein Shakes since my surgery... I’m having the worst time with them. I literally take 2-3 drinks of them and my stomach starts hurting and I start gagging. I’ve tried different kinds as well. Nothing seems to make it better. They all taste really salty to me.. Anyone else having this problem? Or is it just me? (I am still getting my Protein intake in throughout the day) but I would like to do at least 1 Protein Shake a day!

But if you’re hitting your protein goals without them and you hate them, why bother? On those days you’re not quite hitting your goals maybe do a yogurt or string cheese or cottage cheese or any type of protein you actually like. This road is rough enough without having to force yourself into something you truly dislike. But I do get how easy of a grab and go they are. Have you tried any of the protein waters? The brand I was drinking pre op makes me gag now (so I totally get it!!) Good luck and let us know what you find!

My program requires all solid foods.

Try Premier protein shakes. It has 30mg of protein so 2 a day will help you to hit your goal. I like to drink it cold or place it in the freezer for a couple of hours to make it slushy. It doesn't have an after taste.

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