Hello all,

I'm a couple of weeks away from having surgery (rny), and I'm trying to find some products/brands that will fit with what I'm allowed to have for my post op diet. The thing is, being in Canada, many of the brands mentioned on these boards aren't available, and I'm a bit flummoxed.

For example, I'm trying to find some sugar free popsicles to have on hand, but I've struck out at my three usual grocery stores.

Are there products, like sugar free popsicles or protein powders, that are your go tos? Things that you can find in Canadian stores or from Canadian websites?

I like the Premiere Shakes from Costco. I did buy a protein powder online which I never ended up using yet.

I never found any sugar free popsicles either, but you can make your own out of a sugar free drink mix you like.

They also talk about protein water which used to be carried by Bulk Barn and some Shopper's Drug Marts, but not around here anymore, you may have luck in your area.

The only other thing I ordered online was from Bariatric Advantage, Chewable Calcium Citrate, chocolate flavour. As the pills were horrible crushed, and I didn't love the liquid option available. I got a 4 month supply and once it's done I should be able to swallow the normal pills again with no problems.

I bought and ordered quite a variety, and ended up chucking a lot of it. Premier Protein was my go to post surgery as well... Costco has it by the case... it’s more expensive at London drugs but they carry it in packs if 4 so you could try it before investing in a full case... they also have chocolate...

I also found protein water at London Drugs. Turns out I really didn’t like the aftertaste so I’d suggest buying one and trying it before you stock up.

Protein Powders:

I buy my Isopure Protein Powder online at ca.bodybuilding.com. Cheapest I can find online so far (including shipping). The deliver to Canada (i think they have a local warehouse), and I've not had to pay any duty.

I get the Dutch Chocolate (for drinking) and the Unflavoured (for cooking or sprinkling, lol) kinds. Both are lactose free, gluten free. The Dutch Chocolate per scoop is: 110 calories, 25g of protein, >1g net carbs, >1g of fat. The Unflavoured is the same except zero fat and carbs.

*Note: I just hate all sweet things now, and the Dutch Chocolate is the least sweet of all the powders I have tried. It's not for everyone, especially if you have a sweet tooth.

https://ca.bodybuilding.com/store/isopure/zero-carb.html?skuId=NB015

Vitamins:

Cheapest is at No Frills, or Costco when on sale. Costco is also the cheapest for Benefibre.

Sugar Free popsicles and stuff:

I've no input on this as I've never had any...the whole disliking sweet stuff saved me from this part.