Protein Shakes

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My Dr. will have me on 1 week Clear liquids, second week- full liquids. At what stage is Protein Shakes added. I read on a post that a nurse mentioned U could have egg beater in Protein shake for added protein. Does anyone know about this & if so what stage would it be?

I like milk, egg beater, van. flavoring. to me this is a great shake.< /strong>

I'm new to board, just certified, will have my surgery date next week.

Ann

Dr. Ponce'

310

Not banded yet

[kellymoos 4]

Did your Dr mention the protien shakes to you?? I was told that I could have anything that went through a straw the day I had the surgery. The next day after my surgery I had one...Every Dr is different...Good Luck to You!

[claraluz 2]

Yes, every doctor's instructions are different. I did not have to do clear liquides - just liquids. I wouldn't think Protein shakes would be counted as Clear Liquids. They are too thick for that. Clear liquids are things like apple juice, broth, gatorade, Jello, black coffee, tea.

Nancy

[HarleyNana 10]

If it would go through a straw I "drank" it. TG for the mushy stage!

[New Hope 37]

Ann, Congratulations on your upcoming Banding! The Protein Shake is either premixed shakes (ex. Atkins Advantage canned 11 oz. 20 grams protein) or adding Protein Powder to your milk/egg beater mixture. I just bought the Protein powder from Walmart/Sams. Just plain milk wouldn't give you enough protein. You need to aim for 60 grams of protein a day. After you get on full liquids, you can blend a little fruit in (ex. banana, frozen stawberries, blueberries, etc.) This makes it like a smoothie (delicious), but don't put too much fruit in or it's too thick. Once you get on solids, if you're eating healthy choices (lean, moist meats, and vegetables) - you shouldn't have any trouble getting your daily protein in.

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Thanks for all suggestions!!!!