Protien powder and shakes

Hello all,

Ive got 17 days till I get sleeved and Im grocery shopping and was curious about the best tasting and effective types and brands of protien powder and drinks for post op. the MD reccomended some but was wanting input from you post op sleeves.

I would be curious to know which ones your MD recommended. I'm always looking for an easily digestible protein powder that will not upset my stomach.

I just started using genepro...you can buy it on amazon. It is the first unflavored I've tried that is truly unflavored. It doesn't change the taste or consistency of anything I add it to. Only 1 tablespoon has 30 grams. 

Is it soy based? Could I add it to soup? Please let me know.

Thanks,

MoJo268

Is it soy based? Could I add it to soup? Please let me know.

Thanks,

MoJo268

I don't believe it is soy based...package says it contains milk so guessing it is dairy based.

I use Genepro also. It is whey based not soy, and it mixes easily in hot liquids. Had it in soup today. Also 1 TBSP = 30g... so much less to mix in-quantity wise- than most powders. Bought mine off Amazon.

The best-tasting and most effective protein powder is the on that YOU can get down. (*grin*) I've never used protein powder, in fact have only tasted a couple, and that was pre-op, BUT---most folks talk about them ALL like they taste like dog-butt. Also, most people find their tastes change radically after surgery, so it's a mistake to stock up on things pre-op.

I suggest you order some of the sample packs available from several vendors, and save them until you're post-op. That way you'll have a lot of options on hand, and when you find one you actually like, you can order more.

My choice of a protein drink is not a shake it's a juice. It's called protein ice and has 42g of protein per 591ml or 20oz. It's sugar free lactose free and gluten free. Comes in 5 flavours and is sold in Canada at Popeye's A bit expensive at $4.99 a bottle  but I can't tolerate the taste ,texture or smell of protein shakes  

PHD based in Hull, UK probably the tastiest for protein, the higher the calories the worst it tastes.