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LaDetra
Try a different brand or flavor. That can make a difference. I blend mine and add ice, so it's more slushy. If it's not COLD, my first response is "Yuck." Add Splenda. Just try different things. You'll find what works for you.
Blessings,
Mary
ObesityHelp Support Group Leader and Support Group Coach
I love your new avatar! You look beautiful!!! When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
You will find so many recipes on this site.....recipes for drinks, shakes, ice cream...preop and post op and anything else you need. I think this will help you find what you need.
I guess I have neuropathy in my mouth because I like my protein drink, and that seems to be unusual....It has 26 gms of protein and 2 carbs. I put it in coffee, I add vanilla and splenda and just drink it hot, cold...or what ever....I also add sugar free syrups or just fruit or fruit flavorings to it to change up the flavor....I have put it in pudding when I made it. I just hope I like it after this surgery! LOL
Good luck
LaDetra, I use the Body Fortress Whey Protein from Wal-mart, it tastes pretty good and doesn't leave an after taste. It has like 30 grams of protein per scoop when combined with skim milk. One of the other support group leaders also told me about this great powdered peanut butter ( it's made from real peanuts) from bellplantation.com, I bought some for my after surgery shakes, it is awesome! It also comes in peanut butter with chocolate. You can also get the sugarfree syrups at Wal-mart, the are with the coffee, I think the brand is Da Vinci? Having the shake cold or with ice as suggested helps also.
If you really can't get past the taste there are non-milk based protein supplements. GNC has Isopure or you can get Beneprotein powder, it is oderless and tasteless and I add it to broth, pudding, yogurt, even water. It only has 6 gm protein so unless you use one of the higher protein containing products you would have to add it to about everything!
Hope this information is helpful.
Disclaimer: This is NOT an endorsement for any brands mentioned, it's just what I know and use! 
Nothing tastes as good as HEALTHY feels!!!Initial consult 7/31/08 Surgery date 10/9/08
I don't know because I am also Pre-op but I have heard not to buy a lot of protein powders right now because your taste will change after surgery. I would probably just buy a little of what you like for now and have some available for after surgery but you may find that you don't like them anymore. It might save you some cash!!! Just a thought!
Like I said in an earlier post...I'm not doctor, I just play one here! LOL!
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
. I went and purchased some samples to see which ones I like...and yes, I am into saving money. Thanks!
