Hello,

Does anybody have any suggestions for protein shakes. I started today and my doctor wants me to take in 5 protein shakes a day along with sugar free liquids. I have taken in 3 shakes, feel extremely ill and vomited shake number 4. ANY SUGGESTIONS? Sucks that this is day 1 of 14.

Thanks

Does your doctor require a specific protein shake? I used several different ones - Designer Whey makes a clear, fruity one called Protein Blitz that tastes GREAT! Comes in grape, orange mango, and tropical punch. I only used ready-to-drink shakes during my liquid phase. The other brands I used were Lean Body by Labrada and Muscle Milk.

Hi there. i am sorry you are struggling with your Protein shakes. i had the same problem when i first started... i have tried myoplex, which isnt too bad, except it is a little thick... i have also tried Isopure from GNC, but it made me feel gasy... then i tried powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury, which isnt bad, but you have to order it online... finally, i just got some new stuff from gnc. its called gnc pro performance 60 amp in chocolate. its really thin and goes really well with water! it actually tastes just like chocolate milk! i am a big fan. it comes in different sizes and a couple other flavors. the guy at the store said it was really popular and people actually liked the taste. even better, it has 60 grams of protein in 12 ounces!

hope this helps! good luck on your weight loss journey!

Date of Surgery: 3/26/09

Highest: 305

Surgery: 295

Current: 268

Goal: 150

Fill 1: 4.5cc

Fill 2: 2cc

Dr Feiz- Los Angeles

I am with you, I had my sg this am and am trying to get protien down, I have unjury but the chicken soup flavor gagged me, using unflavored in juice and it is better but not great. I am hoping I will get more used to it and I will definately send my son to gnc for that chocolate tomorrow, that sounds perfect. Thanks for the suggestion.

My doctor had me buy the BMR shakes (178.00 for 2 wks). I do not think it is the flavor because they actually taste good, so do not know why I cannot drink another. The chocolate at GNC is also wonderful. I had some low sodium chicken boullion tonight which was wonderful- one more sweet thing and I may never eat sweets again. I want to quit but know I really do not want to and would be angry with myself if I did. Thanks for all of the suggestions.

I am in the same boat. I am scheduled for surgery June 29, and have to travel and work during my two pre-op, liquid only nightmare. I HATE protien shakes, I even throw up before I sip. Today I was trying to get ready for the transition and I had an all day fight with a Muscle Milk light. It sat in front of me and I stared it down. Ended up making my way through two-thirds of a 100 calorie drink. I will try and hold my nose and gulp them down when necessary, but passing out for lack of calories sounds more likely.:confused:

I drank the premade EAS protien shakes. they weren't too bad. I still didn't like them, but it was better than the first one I got. I literally cried at lunch. That's when we looked for new ones.

mpetterc...your body just may be in revolution (they do get petulant when we try to take control! LOL) or you may be allergic to something in the BMR shake. Just try over the weekend to hang in there and adapt and by Monday if they are still making you ill, call your surgeon. He should either have an alternate or be able to call you in something for your nausea. Don't give up now!

It's frustrating but you'll get past this.

I am on day 5 of liquids and I recommend the Sugar Free Carnation Instant breakfast shakes. For the past few weeks I bought about every kind of protein shakes that I could find at GNC and the supermarket and I think by far these taste the best. It is just like fat free chocolate milk! I am drinking 6 of these per day plus 2 cups of vegetables, sugar free jello-o and sugar free ice-pops and I'm not starving or having any sort of headaches etc. Hope you find something that works for you!

Several of the drinks give me bad diarrhea which I guess is better than vomiting. I got the unjury unflavored and add it to other liquids. I use the special K protein drinks and add a scoop of powder. That scoop adds 20 grams to the 15 gm. drink. Also add the powder to ff milk and flavor with sf or low sugar hersey quick. I have also added the powder to soup to increase the protein. I hated the muscle milk light . A lot of people like that. What about Hi pro slimfast? Anything you find and like the taste of you can add the unflavored protein powder to. Just mix well and enjoy. If the shakes seem to thick, thin them down with a little ff milk and crushed ice. THe crushed ice really helps me. Good luck to you.

Just remember all protein "shakes" aren't created equal. They vary widely in fat/protein/sugar/fiber content as well as other vitamins etc. My doc had a very specific range he wanted us to stay within...cals, protein, fat, carbs, etc. So you're safest to get direction from your doc; he may not care but odds are he does.

Restlessmonkey is right. My doctor specifically says NO SlimFast, Boost, or Ensure.

I have tried several, and my favorite so far is Cookies and Creme flavored Body Fortress Advanced whey Protien from Wal-Mart. It has 26g. of Protein in one scoop, and I put that in the blender with 8oz. of skim milk. Yum! Yum!

My doctor in Dallas had recommended EAS protein shakes, Slim Fast Low Carb or Adkins shakes. I tried Slim Fast and Adkins after my surgery and they weren't bad, the EAS shakes were downright AWFUL! I'll gladly send the 3 I have left to whoever wants to try them!

The shakes can be a real challenge..I had the same problem when i tried several brands. My nutritionist suggested this now i love them. I guess you can use any brand Powder. I use Unjury, But i put 1 scoop of unjury powder, 2 tablespoons of swiss mocha international(sugar free) and 3 drops of peppermint extract. I mix with 3/4 cups of water and 3-4 ice cubes and blend it. I usally make 2 the night before because they are so much better cold. BUt it tastes really good almost like a coffe latte. I am not a coffee drinker but it has a hint of that plus mint. The swiss mocha international mix is where the coffee is if you arent familiar with it. GOOD luck

Oh by the way it only comes out to about 130 calories because i dont use milk and the Unjury is 100 per scoop and the sugar free international stuff is about 30 calories. It has 20 gms of protein

I discovered these today as well and yes they are wonderful. Like you I think I have about tried every other protein shake out there & with another week to go I was starting to worry I wouldn't make it!!