Surgery Date May 16!!! Protein shakes for now to get ready

Hi everyone, I am scheduled for May 16 for open rny with Dr. Aranow in Middlesex hospital. I am very nervous and excited. I am trying to do just protein shakes for the next two weeks to make sure I am in great shape for the surgery and as light as I can be. Anyone know of any shakes that are really good and filling? I am trying to do 1000-1100 caleries a day. Thanks, Adam

Hi Adam, Good luck with your surgery. Check with the office and see if they can get you some Optifast. That is pretty good especially the chocolate flavored. Otherwise, I like EAS Carb Advantage. On a liquid diet, it takes a couple days on it to stop the hungry feeling. If you get real hungry you can throw in a salad (veggies only) with fat free dressing. Also sugar free jello and sugar free popscicles are ok. Hope this helps! Take care, Kelly

Hi Adam, I also had RNY with Dr. Aranow six months ago, I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!! I prefer the pre-mixed protein in a can. My two favorites are Atkins and Myoplex. Atkins are 20 grams of protein, but a bit higher in fat at 9 grams (but still ok for us according to Elina on my last visit). The Myoplex shake has 25 grams of protein, with only 4 grams of fat. I tend to drink more of the Atkins because they are cheaper. If you are interested in some of the websites that I have purchased them at, please send me an e:mail. Good luck, Lori

Hi Adam, You are in good hands with Dr Aranow. I am also Dr Aranow's patient too. I will keep you in my prayers on your surgery day. I am using Nectar protien all the time. They have 40 grams of protein and 0 fats. store.bariatriceating.com/syntraxnectar.html Good Luck!! Kathy K

Adam, Just wanted to stop by and wish you all the best! May you have smooth sailing to the losing side! JA