Protein Drinks

What are the best protein drinks to get. I can't imagine what they taste like. I hate milk. Can you mix it with soda? I got approval from my second doctor today the letters will be off this week for insurance approval. What am I in for?

I don't know if I would qualify them as "best", but I get the whey protein drinks from GNC (chocolate & vanilla) and mix them together and put a generous scoop in water and mix it together in a large glass with my hand mixer (1 blade). I've gotten used to it this way and I take my pills in the morning with this. It's not bad. Kinda creamy. I know its good for me, so I've gotten used to it. I can't handle milk anymore. I can't handle a whole lot of stuff I used to and I can handle foods I never would have put together before. My tea always had to have cream in it. Now, I put lemon in it. Just goes to show what changes can occur. Nothing.......... is unusual these days. Marilyn

I love the Carbolite Vanilla. I usually have one for lunch. My doctor suggests Vanilla and then add flavors. After you had a few, they arent bad. I started with the cans but found the powder to be more economical. Just make sure you use cold water if making your own.

Sondra: if you don't like milk I strongly suggest that you try "Nectar-Fuzzy Navel" which I buy through www.bariatriceating.com It's a fruit flavored protein that tastes like oranges/peaches that you mix with water and ice. I have two a day and get the rest of my protein from food. But you know, protein drinks are a very tricky thing-I have tried MANY that others have claimed are their favorites and I thought they tasted like @$$!!! It's a very personal thing-all I can say is keep trying and you'll find one that agrees with your palate! Plus-be aware that what you like pre-op may change as a post-op. Beth - rny 4/03, 269/144/1??