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[misschatterbox 1]

I really dont know how to work this so hopefully I can see if anyone replies.

My surgery is scheduled for April 5th and im struggling with my 2 week liquid diet.< /p>

The shakes are gross. I can't switch brands yet because I paid 110 dollars for these so ive been holding my nose and chugging. I know I can't do that after surgery and hopefully ill find a shake I can tolerate. Anyway im 286 now I started at 305 my goal is 150. I have pcos high blood pressure and a few other problems which are the main reasons im doing this. I appreciate positive energy prayers and any tips I can get.

[shellbell33081 115]

You can do this! Stay strong and keep chugging. I love Syntrax Nectar brand Protein powders. Also, Premier Protein shakes are good. I found them at Meijer in the weight loss section but I know a lot of people buy them at Sams Club. Your tastes may change after surgery so I wouldn't buy a lot of anything before surgery. Get samples if possible. I buy from mybariatricpantry.com. Good luck!

[misschatterbox 1]

I want to try the ones at sams. Im nervous because I've cheated already so hungry and even though I hold my nose and chug I still vomit a little. Ive tried adding crystal light too nothing works.

[moregoodtimes 331]

I want to try the ones at sams. Im nervous because I've cheated already so hungry and even though I hold my nose and chug I still vomit a little. Ive tried adding crystal light too nothing works.

They are also in bulk so if you dont like them youll be stuck again. I used to get pure shakes from my grocery or walmart.. 4 in a pack in chocolate or vanilla. Maybe youd like them and could get you through this rough patch. At vit shoppe they have a case where they have Protein sports drinks in singles. I love the designer whey blitz grape and i also like Isopure grape and blue raspberry although many dont. Fill in for now and then go back and drink up that other stuff. Im doing the same thing! I also just gave some of it away to the facility where my surgery was done. There are others who cant afford the shakes that can use it. I had Protein and Vitamins that i bought and could not stand at all so youre not alone. A lesson well learned though. They suggest samples on here. Wish i had listened!

[shellbell33081 115]

The Premier Protein shakes I bought at Meijer were sold in 4 packs, not bulk. It's worth a shot if you have a Meijer near you Walmart does not sell them. samples are not too expensive and worth it to find what you like

[misschatterbox 1]

I dont have those stores here. I have sams but not a member ugh. Is there any unflavored Protein I could mix with something

[misschatterbox 1]

And I love grape but haven't found any.

[Carolina-Girl 28]

They sell unflavored Protein at the Vitamin Shoppe and GNC. I saw Premier shakes in a 4-pack at Kroger yesterday.

[misschatterbox 1]

I just ordered the sample pack from Unjury.< /p>

With shipping 30 dollars I hope I like some.

[shellbell33081 115]

I like Unjury too. keep us updated please

[misschatterbox 1]

Will do so happy I found this page. Don't have a lot of support.

[Lee 316 24]

Will do so happy I found this page. Don't have a lot of support.

Well, you'll have tons of it on here!

Im on day 7 of 7 pre op diet and trust me i know what your feeling with the shakes! Premier Protein is good (choc & strawb) but i found tricks my NUT approved:

- sugar free Carnation Instant Breakfast- add 2 tblsp of instant coffee put over ice & blend (soo delicious!)

Or i would add unsweetend cocoa powder to my shakes

Good luck to you!

[sunshine4ever 6]

I'm new too! My surgery is April 3. I have Proteinex Liquid Protein that is lemon lime flavored that you add to Water. I add a packet of crystal light n can drink it without a problem. There is 18g Protein in 2 tablespoons. I personally can't stomach the vanilla or chocolate mixes however I can drink the Atkins chocolate shakes. They are like watered down milk. Good luck

[Nicole 2013 44]

Pre op i did the Atkins n slim fast shakes i also like the GNC lean shakes

[swimmom 124]

I couldn't do any of the "shakes" - I tried them all and thought they were gross! I DID, however, like the fruit drink mixes I found on American Bariatrics (most other Bariatric websites sell them as well) - they are like drinking a Crystal Light. What really helped me was ordering a Sampler Pack from American Bariatrics. It was like $40, and it came with samples of a TON of their different products! It allowed me to sample several different items before settling on what I liked. I ordered a couple boxes of products I liked before surgery. However, I am glad I didn't order too much. I LOVED their cappucino mixes (15 grams Protein, 90 calories, and I mixed it with my coffee so I didn't get caffeine headaches!). They even worked well for my first week post-op. However, I am now at the 8th day post-op, and this morning, it was hard to get that cappucino down. Back to the starting blocks...