LBS15 18 Posted January 25, 2015 Did anyone else's doctor require them to buy Bariatric Advantage shakes and Vitamin packages? I've had other Protein Shakes. Are the bariatric ones good? I'm worried about having to drink them for 10 days. What flavors are the best? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessiegirl30 149 Posted January 25, 2015 Can't say I had that brand, I had to drink opti fast for 6 weeks before my op so 10 days is nothing :-) just think in the grand scheme of life what is 10 days even if it is disgusting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted January 25, 2015 I've tried dozens of different brands and flavors (got samples from Nashua nutrition) and I must say the Bariatric Advantage and Bariatric Fusion were my least favorite. In fact, I threw out the extra samples. I'm not a big fan of Isopure either. I've had a Protein smoothie everyday for the last 14 months and Muscle Milk, Premier, Unjury, Syntrax Nectar, Syntrax Matrix, Spirutein, Syntha 6 and Raw Protein are all good. But everyone has different tastes, so If you have the time, I would suggest getting samples and trying them first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
efierke 60 Posted January 25, 2015 My required pre-op diet was 10 days of Bariatric Advantage shakes + up to 2 cups of low starch veggies per day. the shakes really aren't bad - I would recommend the vanilla, and you can change the flavors a little - little bit of powdered ginger or pumpkin pie spice, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alwaysvegas 702 Posted January 25, 2015 As @@Kindle stated so well, try and get samples of other shakes if your surgeon will allow that. I didn't care for the Bariatric Advantage shakes, but I do like the Multivitamins. If your surgeon is requiring you to buy these specific shakes and Vitamins, I'd be interested to know why. My surgeon/nutritionist had a huge list of vitamins/shakes that they approved for pre- and post-op. In addition to what @@efierke suggested, you an also to change up the shake flavors with sugar free Torani or DaVinci syrups. They have dozens of great flavors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suitechicguy 105 Posted January 25, 2015 I just started taking the calcium chews by them. The caramel ones tastes exactly like a regular caramel chew and are great. Haven't tried anything else by them though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alwaysvegas 702 Posted January 25, 2015 I just started taking the calcium chews by them. The caramel ones tastes exactly like a regular caramel chew and are great. Haven't tried anything else by them though. Those caramel chews were too good! I was afraid I'd binge eat on them and switched to a pill. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LBS15 18 Posted January 26, 2015 For the pre surgery diet the doctor requires the Bariatric Advantage shake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cruummbs 36 Posted January 26, 2015 costco sells Premier Protein shakes chocolate, vanilla and strawberry 18 count for $25. shake and Go. ..no Water or milk... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaLou30 34 Posted January 26, 2015 My doctor requires them too and I cant stand them. I add some ice and PB2 or frozen strawberries. I am done with 1 week with one to go. They are really thick. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hollisrn76 21 Posted January 26, 2015 Did anyone else's doctor require them to buy Bariatric Advantage shakes and Vitamin packages? I've had other Protein Shakes. Are the bariatric ones good? I'm worried about having to drink them for 10 days. What flavors are the best? Thanks!I am currently on bariatric advantage. I'm on day 6 of preop diet. I have to say...I can't stand the thought of another Protein Shake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hollisrn76 21 Posted January 26, 2015 Did anyone else's doctor require them to buy Bariatric Advantage shakes and Vitamin packages? I've had other Protein Shakes. Are the bariatric ones good? I'm worried about having to drink them for 10 days. What flavors are the best? Thanks!I am currently on bariatric advantage. I'm on day 6 of preop diet. I have to say...I can't stand the thought of another Protein Shake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hollisrn76 21 Posted January 26, 2015 My doctor requires them too and I cant stand them. I add some ice and PB2 or frozen strawberries. I am done with 1 week with one to go. They are really thick. Good luck!I'm with you. On day 6 and the thought of another Protein Shake makes me sick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Addawn 81 Posted January 26, 2015 I was supposed to, but I have problems with artificial sweetner so I bought GENEPRO. Its flavorless so I can mix it with anything, I really, like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites