Surgery Monday and I’m GROSSED OUT by protein powders !

[Mari3997 2]

Hi again! I have a serious aversion to Protein powders and all those nutritional drinks … I literally gag! Please pals, can y’all give me substitutes for protein Meal Replacements? Thanks in advance 😊

[Jonathan Carlson 73]

How many brands and flavors have you tried? Personally, Iike Pure Protein strawberry and Quest Salted Caramel

You can drink broth after surgery, but it only has a lot of protein if you buy the special kind of bariatricpal.com

-J

[summerseeker 2,152]

My surgeon only believes in natural foods. Pre op and post op I drank full skimmed milk, Greek yogurts and soft cheeses.

[LindsayT 594]

I started using the bariatric pal Protein Shots. I couldn't stomach Protein Powder or the premixed creamy shakes. You can get a sample pack at the store to see if you like them before committing to a larger order. I have spent so much money on Protein. Also, Fairlife milk has 13g protein per cup, which could be a good option as well. It's also lactose free and may be easier on your stomach.

[learn2cook 576]

There are a lot of videos on making smoothies on YouTube. There’s also Protein Water. Did you try the non dairy shakes?

[Jeanniebug 473]

Keep trying different ones. My favorite is the Fairlife. They're expensive, but they are the best, in my opinion.

ETA: And your taste buds will likely change, after surgery. So, the ones you don't like now, you might like later.

Edited June 11, 2023 by Jeanniebug

[MelbaT 28]

On 6/10/2023 at 12:05 AM, Mari3997 said:

Hi again! I have a serious aversion to Protein powders and all those nutritional drinks … I literally gag! Please pals, can y’all give me substitutes for Protein Meal Replacements? Thanks in advance 😊

I have an aversion to them too! I tried them again ~1 month ago (I'm 10 weeks post RNY) and gagged and threw it out along with the shaker bottle! I've tried multiple kinds. I was able to make broths/soups work for awhile, but can't even stomach those now! Good luck to you!