disgusted!

[gr8pyrmom 1]

Eeeew, I would not like that at all!

[MINI-Me 196]

I had a very hard time with Protein and finding one that would not produce a gag reflux. And, I tried A LOT. I finally found 2 that may help out:

• Flavorless Any whey - [ame=http://www.amazon.com/Optimum-Nutrition-Instantized-Protein-2-7-Pound/dp/B000GIUQOG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hpc&qid=1267727884&sr=8-1]Amazon.com: Optimum Nutrition 100% Any Whey Instantized Whey Protein, 2.7-Pound Tub: Health & Personal Care[/ame]
  
• unjury chicken Soup -https://www.unjury.com/store/protein/protein-containers/chickensoup-protein-container.html
  

I add a 1/2 scoop of the Any Whey with my carbmaster yogurt (Fred Meyers or Kroger) to give me 80 calories with 21 grams of protein.

The Soup is like salty chicken broth. I mix it with 3/4 cup of warm (not hot!) Water and drink it down - another 21 grams of protein for 90 calories. (You can buy sample packs from their website. That way you don't have to invest a lot to see if you like it.)

I truly wish you luck. I searched for several weeks before I found something. I felt desperate and alone - just keep looking for what works for you.

As far as adding protein without (many) carbs, try fresh meats. Pork Loin, tuna Fish, Tiff's Protein Meatloaf, etc. GOOD LUCK!

[MlkPas 5]

Thanks for all the info, everyone. I have ordered a ton of samples of pretty much every kind, and I figure I'll find out what I like after I have my surgery.

[MINI-Me 196]

Thanks for all the info, everyone. I have ordered a ton of samples of pretty much every kind, and I figure I'll find out what I like after I have my surgery.

In my opinion, that really is the best approach. I said this in another thread, but I really can't figure out why taste change - they worked on our stomachs, not our tastebuds. But reality is, taste do seem to change.

(Maybe I will finally like brussel sprouts? :sad0:)

[gr8pyrmom 1]

I will try the flavorless for sure!! I am unfortunately very anti-chicken broth. I have been grossed out by it ever since my first surgery when that was all I could have. I got dehydrated because of it! Over the last few years I have had chicken Soup maybe 3 times... maybe I'll try a sample pack though. It couldnt hurt!!!

Also, I'm not a big meat eater and really want to go vege again but I do love my seafood so a little ahi, snapper or shrimp here and there would be good! Thanks for the advice... again!!!

[gr8pyrmom 1]

In my opinion, that really is the best approach. I said this in another thread, but I really can't figure out why taste change - they worked on our stomachs, not our tastebuds. But reality is, taste do seem to change.

(Maybe I will finally like brussel sprouts? :sad0:)

That is exactly what I think I will do... I'll keep the Nectars, order the Optimum variety pack then see what hits me after the surgery!

Oooh, I love me some b.sprouts!!!!!! :001_tongue:

[MlkPas 5]

Mini-Me, I know you're joking, but when you are eating a more "normal" diet, try cutting the Brussels sprouts in half, tossing them with a tiny bit of olive oil, salt and pepper, and roasting them in a 400 degree oven. Yum!!

[gr8pyrmom 1]

Mini-Me, I know you're joking, but when you are eating a more "normal" diet, try cutting the Brussels sprouts in half, tossing them with a tiny bit of olive oil, salt and pepper, and roasting them in a 400 degree oven. Yum!!

Mmmm - add a little garlic to that too :drool5:

[coco517117 0]

Mr. Muscle has a nice vanilla shake (powder) 26 grams per scoop. Also, I dissolved whey powder (24 grams/scoop) in chicken broth..can't really taste it. My favorite however, was Nature Plus Spiru-Tein Cappucino flavor. This soy/rice/pea powder is so powdery and yummy. Tasted like a fluffy latte when whipped in a blender. 24 grams of Protein +8 grams from skim milk = 32 grams! I'm on mushies now - but hope this helps...

[gr8pyrmom 1]

Oooh! Thanks for the tips!!!

[coco517117 0]

NO prob - you can find all online c/o The Vitaminne Shop. They also sell the Vitaminne Shop's own plastic 8 oz shaker ($1) - it shakes very well - a few lumps - but if you don't wish to use the blender all the time or on the run - its great. If you want a little more chocalate or vanilla taste - throw in a bit of Slim fast powder. I would have loved to use Slim Fast as a primary source of Protein, but each scoop has not as many grams of protein - so I used it for taste mostly. Best,

[ryansgirl 1]

i havent find any powder i like except the click one all my Proteins are RTD ( i think it mostly because i'm lazy) and i thought the same thing about the navel as well.

[gr8pyrmom 1]

Coco - I have a few Vitamin shoppes around me and will go there for sure! A cheapo shaker is a good idea - I don't want to use and of my good booze shakers!!! I didn't know slimfast made powders too. I'll keep that in mind for an added bit of taste!

Nikki - I haven't heard of Click and will check it out, thanks! I would totally go for the rtd but the cost is what is getting me! I may get some though just for when I am on the run.

[Lee 19]

I add some Toriani sugar-free chocolate Syrup to my chocolate shakes. It helps to up the chocolateyness of it.

[gr8pyrmom 1]

Yum!! That gave me a thought - does anyone add raw natural cacao to their drinks?