nlbossert 1 Posted May 5, 2013 I am 5 days post op. I have tried 4 different Protein Shakes and every single one has me in the bathroom popping. I am lactose intolerant and purposely picked shakes that are lactose and diary free, but I cannot find one that agrees with me. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cinward2001 141 Posted May 5, 2013 I use a very basic whey Protein powder. I get it from Nutrition World, it's called "Simply Whey." I don't think it has any lactose in it? It's just the powder, so you can add it to Water, soy milk, whatever would work for you. I don't like the pre-made Protein drinks. Too many additives, artificial flavors, artificial sweetners (which make me go poop!), etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
staylo60 6 Posted May 5, 2013 Give it time buddy, your only a few days out , it will get easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
serenity1959 67 Posted May 5, 2013 Could you be drinking them too fast? Try slowing down and see if that helps. Can you keep broth down? How about the Unjury chicken Soup? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessica bowling 24 Posted May 5, 2013 I'm 6 days out and poop all the time!! So sick of it. I don't think it has anything to do with the shakes. I think it's just your body getting use to the change. I actually didn't make it to the commode today and my husband is wondering if this is normal and when will it stop. Lol. I'm saying body changing if not I better buy some depends Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nlbossert 1 Posted May 5, 2013 I'm so glad it's not just be. I had IBS before the surgery and I am praying this surgery helps with that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vols fan 60 Posted May 5, 2013 Try lean shakes you get them from GNC they are lactose free and 170 calories and2 grams of sugar and they taste great and keep you full a long time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sleevedintx 39 Posted May 5, 2013 If you're close out from surgery it's safe to say liquid in liquid out. It could be that the shake is fine but your body hasn't had anything solid so you go more often. Things will slow once you get Into solids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patienlywtng on my Curves 73 Posted May 5, 2013 If they are lactose and dairy free, what is the fat content. I tried the Atkins as my first Protein post-op because I knew I liked them, but initially it was the fat content that sent me to the BR. After that I stuck to Premiere Protein Shakes. But as someone mentioned try a powder with Water.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeping beauty 7 Posted May 5, 2013 Try nectar vanilla bean from Syntrax. Go on bariatricpantry.com. I had the same problem and this Protein helped me. They have many flavors. Ive tried vanilla, cappuciono, and chocolate so far and I love it. Its pretty expensive but worth it. Also one scoop has 23 grams of protein and if u mix it with one cup of skim milk that's a total of 34 grams of protein in one cup. I use farmland skim milk. Good luck its hard to find a Protein Shake that you like in the beginning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jgcraftmom 41 Posted May 5, 2013 Could it be the artificial sweeteners in them? I'm preop and have been working with my nut to find options for me as aspartame and other artificial sweeteners make me poop Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
