dannieeliza 29 Posted October 9, 2015 Does anyone have any suggestions on other ways to get in Protein? I have only been able to drink 1 or 2 sips lately. Its a brand and flavor I like. I used to love them, but now they repulse me. I'm two weeks post op. I can eat things like yogurt, applesauce,mashed potatoes, and oatmeal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daisee68 2,493 Posted October 9, 2015 You could try Fairlife Skim milk. Or maybe try some unflavored protien powder in Soups or juice or I even mix vanilla Protein powder (about 1/2 scoop) into 1/2 container of greek yogurt. That helps. But mostly I have to tell you that you may just have to keep experimenting until you can find one you like. Your tastes sometimes change, so you have to keep trying. Some good suggestions are Premier Protein (chocolate, vanilla or berry). Try putting some Torani sugar free flavored syrups into the vanilla one to see if you can find a taste combo you like. Or I use Precision Engineered whey Protein Isolate (Chocolate and Vanilla) which I really like and I add in a little PB2. keep trying... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannieeliza 29 Posted October 10, 2015 See, I don't want to go out and buy anymore Protein Shakes. I only have a few more days on them and then my surgeon wants me to only eat solid food to get my Protein in. I was thinking of trying the Isopure drinks at GNC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ashlegal 525 Posted October 10, 2015 I remember the first Protein Powder I bought absolutely disgusted me! I took two sips and told my husband "I can't do this, this is horrible!" I went online and did some research found this woman's blog and Pinterest board; all my Protein woes disappeared. http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2015/08/post-weight-loss-surgery-menus-day-in_25.html https://www.pinterest.com/eggface/ I have discovered that with some inspiration, trial and error and creativity, getting enough protein in shouldn't be a problem. I have been eating Oikos Triple Zero Yogurt. It was 15 grams of protein and if I mix the banana Cream or Vanilla Flavor with PB2 powder I can get up to 20 grams of protein per serving. And yes there are more calories in the Triple Zero than the Dannon L&F but it taste way better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UalreadyKnow 843 Posted October 10, 2015 See, I don't want to go out and buy anymore Protein Shakes. I only have a few more days on them and then my surgeon wants me to only eat solid food to get my Protein in. I was thinking of trying the Isopure drinks at GNC I really like the RTD Isopure " Apple melon" it's like a liquid jolly rancher. I can't do cakey chocolatey vanillay anything!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Marusek 5,244 Posted October 10, 2015 You might try blending in a half a banana into the shakes.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannieeliza 29 Posted October 10, 2015 I can't have bananas until next week unfortunately Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thbrown223 214 Posted October 10, 2015 (edited) I'm allergic to whey Protein. So my options for Protein shakes are milk based (lactose free though) or plant based. The plant based have no disgusting! I've tried Vega One and Raw Fit. I've tried egg whites base Protein shake by Jay Robb...GROSS!!! Actually when I wasn't allergic... Jay Robbs strawberry Protein Powder mixed vanilla almond milk, tasted like a strawberry milkshake. My daily choice now is Organic Valley Organic Fuel, they're already mixed, they come in vanilla and milk chocolate. Absolutely delicious! They're not too sweet, they don't taste like they're trying to mask a taste with sweetener. Definitely my favorite! You can mix the vanilla with different sugar free Torani syrups . Oh, they are expensive. I pay $5 for one bottle. Good luck!!!! Edited October 10, 2015 by thbrown223 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MeMe8264 34 Posted October 10, 2015 I'm on day three of my pre-op diet and drinking an powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein shake right now. Ugh. It gets the gas face. I've still got five long weeks of Protein shakes ahead of me, so I need to figure something out. Will probably find some low cal/carb recipes on Pinterest and make them myself. Found this one a minute ago. Will try it and let you all know how it all goes down. http://livelikeyouarerich.com/skinny-chocolate-peanut-butter-protein-shake/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dannieeliza 29 Posted October 10, 2015 I just got some of the Isopure drinks. Not bad. They have 40g of Protein in them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UalreadyKnow 843 Posted October 11, 2015 I just got some of the Isopure drinks. Not bad. They have 40g of Protein in them glad you like them, they're the only Protein Drinks I can do!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beachgal2935 596 Posted October 11, 2015 @@dannieeliza My latest fave ... Protein2o Water (like H2o)! These taste great! You can go to their website drinkprotein2o.com and put your zip code in to find a store near you. Even though your doctor wants you to get your Protein only from food, if you're going to try and get the maximum amount of Protein in to lose weight and not your hair, you may have to still supplement with at least 1 Protein Drink per day. I'm almost 6 months post-op and I still use Premier vanilla protein ready made shakes as my coffee Creamer and drink one of these to get in my 110-120 grams per day and keep my calories around 850. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TristanNicole 169 Posted October 11, 2015 You might want too order a sample pack of Protein. I ordered a sample pack of Syntrax nectar powders, I got 12 different flavors, each package is a serving. It was a good way to try everything before committing to a tub of something I might not like (even though I liked most of the flavors). The Syntrax Nectar range has a lot of fruity flavors and most you mix with Water so you aren't getting the thick/sweet consistently. I ended up buying a tub of Roadside Lemonade (which I add a little squirt of strawberry/watermelon Water flavor to) and double stuffed cookie and I'm going to order another sample pack to keep at home just for variety. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BostonStrong617 8 Posted October 13, 2015 After having to drink them so often after the surgery I HATED Protein Shakes too! I had my favorite brand and flavor and still couldn't do it. I was drinking Glucerna, but ironically the sugar alcohol made me dump...so I had to get Protein through yogurts, puddings (sugar free), milk and tuna. it was tough, but it does get better. Hang in there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RNYDawn 160 Posted October 13, 2015 Does anyone have any suggestions on other ways to get in Protein? I have only been able to drink 1 or 2 sips lately. Its a brand and flavor I like. I used to love them, but now they repulse me. I'm two weeks post op. I can eat things like yogurt, applesauce,mashed potatoes, and oatmeal Could you make a smoothie with yogurt, milk, and some liquid egg whites...maybe some fruit? They are pasteurized and 3 TBL has 5g of protein. I used to add liquid egg whites to my green smoothies and couldn't taste them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites