Protein Shake Question

[luckylady131 51]

I keep reading how many people dislike Protein Shakes on here. I was curious as to whether most of those people didn't drink Protein shakes before their WLS journey and that's why they dislike them?

I drink a Protein shake at least once a day, as does my husband - it's usually our Breakfast. So I am very used to them. I have tried several brands and do find some better than others (right now my favorite is Chike) - but i haven't tried most of the brands people talk about on here yet (powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury, etc). I haven't been sleeved yet, and am not on the pre-op diet yet either.

Just curious how much my tastes will change after the surgery? I really enjoy my protein shakes actually. I miss it if I miss my breakfast one.

[shortypants 26]

I ordered a whole bunch of different brands/flavors, and did not drink them until after surgery (last monday), due to the fact that people say your taste buds change. So far mine have not, and I like almost all of them. The Unjury strawberry sorbet was so gross.....good luck!

[disneyteach 68]

I hated Bariactric Advantage, so I went to GNC on the recommendation of someone in this forum and got GNC Total Lean shake. YUMMY! So you have to try out different ones.

[Shilo30 16]

I was told by my Nut. that Ensure High Fiber was ok pre and post op and I really enjoy it actually. But I got a bunch of the Premier brand from costco on sale this weekend for post op.

[butterbean 30]

Aren't most Protein Shakes like 12 or 16 ounces? I'm thinking of the ones you make in the blender with water/milk/ice. How do you have one for breakfast, it's so big! I have and love shakeology, but thought i wouldn't be able to use them, and was looking and buying Protein Shots instead? Can someone explain please?

[Lissa 2,631]

Don't buy Protein shots! The protein in them is NOT readily available to our bodies. It is often made from hydrolized collagen, which is not good for us. Wheetsin made a great post about it a few days ago, citing the science behind why whey protein is so much better and more available for humans.