sadie_mo 2 Posted January 18, 2011 Ok I start my pre-op diet in 20 days and I have never drank a Protein Shake in my entire life now I have drink 2 a day for a week!! Where do I get them at ? Are they like slimfast ? What are the flavors and the cost ? I also have to do 3 days of Clear Liquids there at the end which also makes me nervous. I have no idea where to start pleeeeeease give my some guidance????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seniorsleever 17 Posted January 18, 2011 I get mine from GNC or the Vitamin Shoppe. The grocery store type aren't all that good. Try to get individual packets rather than getting a large tub, so you can find one you like. In my opinion the pre-mixed shakes are nasty. I much prefer the taste of powders. Get a Blender Bottle or a plunge hand mixer (I use this when I am at home.) My favorite is GNC Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60 in chocolate or vanilla. You can add other flavors to the vanilla if you want. But try to find one YOU like, because there's no reason to drink one that tastes nasty. My doctor does not allow Slimfast, Muscle Milk, Boost, Carnation, or Myoplex. I hope that helps! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ocean Eyes 1 Posted January 18, 2011 I started my 2 week pre-op diet last Wednesday. I am using Gold Standard 100% whey Protein Isolate in chocolate from the Vitamin Shoppe. It was 24g protein, 1g fat, and 3g carbohydrates per serving. It only costs $24 for a 2lb container. I think it tastes fine. In the mornings, I like to mix it with fatfree milk and a teaspoon of instant Decaf coffee to get a cafe mocha flavored shake. There are so many out there it was a little overwhelming. Luckily, the guy working at the Vitamin Shoppe was very helpful and saved me about $20 by steering me away from the really expensive labels. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sadie_mo 2 Posted January 19, 2011 I started my 2 week pre-op diet last Wednesday. I am using Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Isolate in chocolate from the Vitamin Shoppe. It was 24g Protein, 1g fat, and 3g carbohydrates per serving. It only costs $24 for a 2lb container. I think it tastes fine. In the mornings, I like to mix it with fatfree milk and a teaspoon of instant Decaf coffee to get a cafe mocha flavored shake. There are so many out there it was a little overwhelming. Luckily, the guy working at the Vitamin Shoppe was very helpful and saved me about $20 by steering me away from the really expensive labels. I will get some of of both of these and try them This weekend . I must say I also love love love the idea of mixing with coffee I think that would be very yummy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
k8bwalsh 1 Posted January 19, 2011 Ummm - yum! I like the idea of mixing with coffee, too!! Thanks for the idea!!!!! I start my pre-op diet Friday, but am allowed to have sugar-free carnation before-hand, which I've already gotten myself used to. But after surgery, once past the clear liquid phase - I have to drink the powerful stuff - so I bought at GNC. The guy steered me towards Soy, which I'm not sure if I'm crazy about. I haven't have the nerve to try it. But he did assure me that if I absolutely hate it, that it can be returned after it's opened. And he also said to give it a few tries, they will take it back as long as it's not empty. So if you go to GNC, keep the receipt. I think I'll run out tomorrow and buy some instant Decaf coffee b/c I think that's my incentive to try it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sadie_mo 2 Posted January 19, 2011 Yea they told me the diet and my pre-op is as follows : a Protein Shake for Breakfast and lunch then a salad with a Protein like eggs or meat with light dressing if need be a small amount. Then the final 3 days are just Clear Liquids only so I am trying to get into the grove Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Becca 108 Posted January 19, 2011 I have a hard time with the taste of Protein Shakes, but I do really like the Premiere brand. They sell it at costco and Sams. I love the already made ones. They taste just like chocolate milk and only have 5 carbs/ 30 grams of Protein. You can buy a tub of powder, too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SFOTraveler 42 Posted January 21, 2011 I have a hard time with the taste of Protein shakes, but I do really like the Premiere brand. They sell it at costco and Sams. I love the already made ones. They taste just like chocolate milk and only have 5 carbs/ 30 grams of Protein. You can buy a tub of powder, too. I am going to have to check this kind out! That is a REALLY good carb/protein ratio! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eureka-C 20 Posted January 21, 2011 I would suggest you check out the Internet for samples. There are many many many of them I did not like. I finally settled on syntax Twisted cherry mixed with koolaide or crystal light lemonade. I had one vanilla one I liked before surgery, but after surgery, I drank so slow that it would turn into this thick sludge that completely gagged me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redcobra 1 Posted January 21, 2011 Muscle Milk Lite chocolate.< /p> Some Grocery stores, definitely GNC.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M2G 1,836 Posted January 21, 2011 Premier Protein (like Becca said) from costco, I think a case is 18 shakes and I don't remember the $$$ sorry. But they are perfect and RTD (ready to drink) Jay Robb Protein Powder (I buy it at King Soopers...same as Kroger) choc. and vanilla. Whey Protein for mixing into shakes and sprinkling on things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicole Cappy 0 Posted January 21, 2011 Try Unjury chocolate. I mix mine with Almond Milk (lactose intolerance) and it taste like a milkshake. They have sample packs for 1.75 online. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Billy363627 15 Posted January 21, 2011 They best I have found is Wheybolic extreme 60 from GNC. It is a finer blend so it is whey and soy based and it is awesome. I have the vanilla just by itself it taste really good. I am on my liquid diet right now and I can't do a lot of experimenting with fruit so right now it tastes good with Water and even better with skim milk. I look forward mixing them with fruit and blending it with ice and making smoothies. good luck. I would suggest since you are soo far out to get a couple of different brands and taste test. I have had Julian micheals whey Protein from wal mart..it is gross Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SKINNY MINI DIVA 3 Posted January 23, 2011 I DNT HAVE MY DATE YET BUT IM GOING THIS WEEK TO BUT SO DIFFRENT Protein shakes N TRY THEM N SEE WHICH 2 I REALLY LIKE THAT I CAN DRINK ON MY 2WEEK PRE OPT DIET ANY SUGGESTIONS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikki_D 28 Posted January 23, 2011 I like Muscle Milk Light. I get the 24pk RTD from costco for $25.99. It's on sale this month for $6 off. So I bought quite a few for $19.99. It's as close to chocolate milk as I can get. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites