Everyone has different taste when it comes to protein shakes. I find the vanilla is a good one to start with, because it is easier to "mix in" different flavors.

All my shakes have 35G vanilla ice cream protein powder, ice, 1 cup skim mil**** and 2 spoons of greek yogurt.  The bullet is the best thing I have ever purchased!

Adding cold coffee, and a little extra ice, will make it taste like an ice capp.  That one is my favorite!

Adding 1/3 cup of OJ makes it taste like a creamsicle.  I like that one, because it has a little more sugar, so it ensures my sugar levels don't drop (which it has been while I am on the liquid diet)

I have also added Ocean Spray Low Calorie Cran-Pomegranite Juice.  About 1/3 cup, or to whatever your taste.  I find that, mixed with the vanilla almost tastes like grape. Diet V8 Strawberry banana juice is another one I have tried. But I found it too overpowering.

I have also added frozen berries.  Blueberries are good.  Blackberries and raspberries are great too, but they leave a lot of seeds that get stuck in my teeth, which annoys me!  Frozen strawberries is another addition as well.

Again, everyones taste will differ.  Its a trial and error to see what it is you like.  I like how versatile the shakes can be.  Be creative.  Think of any juice you may like, and add something similar.

Let me know what you test out!! :o)

Hi Nlwomen: Thanks for the comment, I was not thinking about having to
record my fluid diet for my appointment. I have not had an appointment with 
Reyleen or Rhoda yet. I have not even been to any of these infor. sessions
I keep hearing everyone talk about. I saw Dr. P on June 16th. before the ladies 
were setup for anything. So, I am in the dark about any of their proceedures. 

 Don't get discouraged with it.  It will take decdication, that's for sure.  I know it was a difficult 2 weeks, but showing her you can do it again will show much more decication!  Raleen will see that!

I have 3 days left of my 2 week fluid diet. Has not been easy.  The past few days are good though.  Not really hungry either.  I record my meals and snacks, and how much protein they have.  I also jot down things I tried, and liked, as well as disliked.  I noted my feelings and frustration as well.  And any challenges I faced.

I am a huge fan (no pun intended) of protein shakes.  They are very versitile, and you can make them so different.  If you want some recipe suggestions, dont hesitate to contact me! :)

YOU CAN DO IT! :)

Hey! Just got back from seeing Raleen and she was very upset with me for not recording the food/fluid i consumed during the two week full fluid diet. I didnt know that we had too. I though it was after the surgery.  I was told by raleen that she is not putting me on the surgey list. She feels I am not ready because she has no proof that I even did the two week diet. So now I have to do it again and record it. I did lose ten pounds. I guess its not enough proof.  Make sure your prepared for your appointment. I dont know if anyone else had this problem with Raleen??

Thanks KASH!