post-op protein

[Slim Shot 0]

Gosh guys, I'm needing some help, my sleeve was Friday morning I can't seem to get my Protein in....because it's all nasty. Any ideas what I can do??

Thanks

[Alex Brecher 10,484]

The BariatricPal Store carries a huge selection of Bariatric-friendly Protein Drinks at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders.

Here are some popular options:

BariatricPal Protein ONE: Multivitamin, Calcium, Iron, Fiber & Meal Replacement from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/brand_bariatricpal

Syntrax Nectar Protein Powder Sampler Variety Bag - All 17 Flavors! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/syntrax-nectar-protein-powder-sampler-variety-bag-all-17-flavors

GENEPRO Medical Grade Unflavored Protein powder - 3rd Generation! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/genepro/products/genepro-medical-grade-unflavored-protein-powder-3rd-generation

Bariatric Advantage HPMR High Protein Meal Replacement - Available in 8 Flavors! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/bariatric-advantage-high-protein-meal-replacement

Protein tubs from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powder-tubs

Protein smoothies from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/smoothies

Hot Protein drinks & Soups are great alternatives to protein shakes:

Hot Protein Drinks: https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/hot-protein-drinks

Hot Protein Soups: https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/soups-bouillons-broths

[Arabesque 6,442]

It can be challenging at first. The first couple of days I barely ‘ate’ a thing. My surgeon was ok if I didn’t reach my goals as long as I was making an effort & getting closer but that was my surgeon.

I found the shakes disgusting & found them a struggle to drink. I had one a day & diluted it in an attempt to make them more palatable. I also had cream Soups, consommés & bone broths (though I found them very salty). I discovered a high Protein drinking yoghurt, after my liquid stage unfortunately, but you can make your own simply by adding milk to a suitable yoghurt (use the yoghurt you are allowed in the purée stage) & blend. Milk is also an easy protein source. Try some of the unflavoured protein powders & add them to Soup or milk. There’s also protein waters you can try.

[learn2cook 485]

Yeah, my surgeon was mostly concerned that I could get my liquids in. I found low salt Bone Broth and 2 cups was 20g of Protein. It was so comforting all warmed up. Just keep trying and drinking. Warm drinks like herbal tea felt good too.

[Slim Shot 0]

Thanks for all the helpful information, I'm heading over to the Bariat. store to see what all they got.

[JustAMomATX 24]

21 minutes ago, Slim Shot said:

Thanks for all the helpful information, I'm heading over to the Bariat. store to see what all they got.

Thanks for your question - my sleeve was 9/9/22 and I, too, am really struggling with pain and getting all my goals. I like Premier Protein - pre made shakes are okay - but my favorite is their chocolate powder which I put in milk (usually 4oz at a time). It’s nice to be able to control the amount. I find that anything that’s more than 4oz is too much and just makes me feel overwhelmed. Good luck on your journey!

[Slim Shot 0]

Hi J

The struggle is real, I should have gone with the chocolate Protein powder instead of the plain. I'm not getting in no protein, I feel pretty bad no energy. I'm going to order something from the Bariatric store.

[SuziDavis 544]

This is my go to Protein, before and now after surgery. The flavors are so good, and they mix easy.

https://1stphorm.com/collections/protein/products/level-1