jaereynoso 0 Posted November 18, 2012 Hello, I was just banded on Thursday Nov 15th. I am still full of air/gas which makes me very uncomfortable. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for a Protein Drink. I am currently drinking Muscle Milk but I do not like it Thank you for any suggestions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildrose1966 396 Posted November 18, 2012 20 people will answer and you will get 20 different answers. I found that going back to my pre op shake was best for me, as I already drank them for 2 weeks. Every clinic is different as well and mine did not get crazy for me to get my full 70g of Protein in during the first 2 weeks. They just wanted to make sure I was hydrated and somewhat nurished. Can you drink milk or chocolate milk.......that has Protein. Can you make a smoothie with greek yogurt and add Protein powder??? Good luck to you. 1 jaereynoso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703 Posted November 18, 2012 I personally love the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein shakes. I'm 10 months post op and still drink one for Breakfast every day. However, it all boils down to trying different ones until you find one you like. Best wishes. 1 jaereynoso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildrose1966 396 Posted November 18, 2012 GNC offers a 30 day return policy on their products. 1 jaereynoso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hely88 883 Posted November 18, 2012 I like Unjury and nectar. Make sure you are walking as much as possible it might help with the gas. Congrats. Oh also my doctor says you can no sugar added carnation instant Breakfast mixed with dry non fat milk. 1 jaereynoso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hotstuff 16 Posted November 18, 2012 I personally just love Muscle Milk. I purchase the RTD(ready to drink)cartons or bottles. They are much better for me than mixing powdered Protein. The flavors are great. chocolate, Cookies&Cream,and Cake Batter just to name a few. They can be costly, but I am willing to pay for convenience. So keep trying until you find one that u absolutely like. 1 jaereynoso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CHEZNOEL 4,061 Posted November 18, 2012 Unjury for me! 1 jaereynoso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sojourner 2,446 Posted November 18, 2012 I agree with you...to me, Muscle Milk tastes horrible...like drinking the contents of a test tube in chemistry class! I was advised by my surgeon that the best Protein choice for bariatric patients is 100% whey isolate Protein, and there are a number of different Protein shake products which are based on this complete protein. I use the GNC Wheybolic Extreme Protein Powder, and when I mix this with 1% milk, I get 37g of protein per shake. And it's true...all of the products GNC sells are covered through their return policy. It's important for you to try several types until you identify a couple that you can tolerate or even like. I actually do like the GNC product I use, but it did take several tries to find THE one for me. Best wishes... 2 jaereynoso and ☠carolinagirl☠ reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LizAndrews 18 Posted November 18, 2012 I think you should neon clear liquids... Water, broth, Jello. Is that not what your dr said? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildrose1966 396 Posted November 18, 2012 I think you should neon clear liquids... Water, broth, Jello. Is that not what your dr said? Every surgeon is different. I was on Clear Liquids for 2 days only and then full liquids (which according to my clinic included yogurt, pudding, cream Soups, smoothies) 1 hely88 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ang0000 0 Posted November 19, 2012 Hello' date=' I was just banded on Thursday Nov 15th. I am still full of air/gas which makes me very uncomfortable. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for a Protein drink. I am currently drinking Muscle Milk but I do not like it Thank you for any suggestions.[/quote'] I was banded on Friday the 16th I was on clear liquids the first 48 hours, I bought some gas-x strips it helps with the gas , i am using Premier Protein shakes I get them from SAMs club and they taste great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sherry102612 1 Posted November 19, 2012 I do the myoplex (rtd) shakes...they come in two sizes ....the small ones have 20 gr Protein and the large has 42. chocolate, strawberry and vanilla. Good luck and congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaereynoso 0 Posted November 19, 2012 Thank you for all the suggestions on trying the different Protein Drinks that are avail. I want to make the 2 week liquids/protein drink time a success, I just fin myself cringing when I know I have to have a Protein drink. I am sooooo happy that I found this place, It dosent make this seem so lonely Share this post Link to post Share on other sites