So you can't tolerate protein shakes hey?

I'm 11months out, and granted, have some "issues" with dense proteins, but can only eat 40-50gm on a good day. If I relied on eating, I'd be sunk big time. I eat plus have 2-3 protein shakes (Lorie's shake) or coffees a day.

would you please post a link to "Lorie's shake" or the recipe?  Thanks!

NEVERMIND  ... someone else did   :)

I have for the most part gotten most of my protein from eating but it seems I am eating so much and so frequently to get the 100 grams in. I feel my stomach gives me ample room for whatever I want to eat and don't really feel too restricted, which is good as I was used to a sall pouch from a stomach stapling surgery surgery for 25 years.
 
But my last labs showed my albumin at 6.0 which is the bottom acceptable number and that is trending down from before so I am now supplementing protein with 2 additional double protein drinks a day and eating less and it is more comfortable.
 
I ordered a large amount of Champion protein powders preop and then didnt like the taste after surgery. I have since also purchased some of the nectars and do ok with those. So for me I find I am unable to do it with eating alone. I don't want to get into malnutrition to learn that the hard way!

 
Lori's protein shake, with pictures!
http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/DS/4280141/Step-by-step-directions-on-how-to-make-the-best-protein/#35237217

This is if you like/can tolerate coffee.  It's really the only shake I can drink easily.

In my version of Lori's shake, I use two full scoops of Champion Pure Whey Stack in Chocolate, and 4 oz of half and half.  That makes my shakes 50g of protein each.

I spent some significant time on TPN and being malnourished.  At 16 months out, I drink 1-2 shakes per day to make sure I'm getting a very minimum of 100g of protein a day.

As you live with your DS, you will learn how much protein you really need.  100g will keep you alive, but it may not give you energy or strength.  I find that 120g is my minimum, and 180-200g is better for me.  I can easily get to my goal with a combination of shakes and food, but not by food alone (sleeve is too small and very temperamental!).

Early out (for the first 9 months), I couldn't drink protein at all without throwing up (and I threw up A LOT).  I didn't mind the taste or flavor of them, but that smell...If you're having trouble with protein, try every trick offered, including covering the top up and drinking it with your nose closed.  Protein malnutrition is NO FUN, so do all you can to stay out of it.  And hang in there!  It will get better.

Thanks, Kirmy!

Yes thank you Kirmy!  I really needed this post!!

 Well, you could do like I do and use up your protein powder to make low-carb donuts....these are the bomb:

They taste like doughnuts, and you fry them up like doughnuts, but the texture of this treat is much lighter - somewhere between a traditional doughnut and a popover. Unfortunately, they don't keep well -- plan to eat them within a few hours of making them. Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup whey protein powder (Vanilla works well. I used Designer Protein when I made these.)
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (rounded)
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 2 Tbsp heavy cream
• 1 egg
• 2 Tbsp water
• 1/4 cup sugar equivalent in a substitute (I used a liquid for zero carbs)
• Oil (for frying)
• .
• For Topping:
• 3 packets powdered sugar substitute, such as Splenda
• Pinch cinnamon

Preparation: 1. Mix sweetener with cinnamon, and set aside.

2. Whisk dry ingredients together. Whisk egg with other wet ingredients, add to dry ingredients, and whisk to combine well.

3. Fill a deep skillet, cast-iron pan, or dutch oven with about 1½ inches of oil and heat. I find that using a fry/candy thermometer that clips onto the side of the pan is helpful for determining when the oil is ready, but you can estimate by dropping small amounts of the batter in -- it should sizzle fairly vigorously.

4. When oil reaches around 350 to 360 F, drop tablespoon-sized amounts of batter into the oil. The batter will spread and puff up. If you let the oil go higher than about 375 F, the batter will fry quickly, leaving you with more of a funnel cake than a doughnut. (This, of course, is not a big tragedy.)

5. When the underside browns (about a minute, give or take 20 seconds for temperature variation), turn the doughnut. In another 30 to 45 seconds, it will be ready to remove. I like cooling them on a cake rack sitting in a sheet pan. If you place them on paper towels, be sure not to let them sit too long, as they will lose their crunchy outside.

6. Sprinkle sweetener and cinnamon mixture over both sides of the doughnuts.

Makes 12 doughnuts, each about 2½ inches in diameter.

Nutritional Information: Each serving has less than a gram effective carbohydrate and 2 grams protein. Each doughnut has 26 calories, prior to frying (total calories per doughnut is dependent on the amount of oil absorbed.)

Thanks, Julie. I'm going to try this. I love the shake cakes,

Good idea Julie! I did get on a protein cake in a cup kick from eggface's website. Small amount of whole wheat baking mix, but never bothered me at all. Here's my favorite one. I use trader joe's ww pancake/waffle mix.

My tweaks to this is using 1/4 of a banana and adding in walnuts or pecans, and a dash of pumpkin pie spice mix. She has lottsa recipes in the previously posted link. Oh and sometimes I use splenda in place of the syrup, about 3T.


Shelly's 5 Minute Banana Protein Cake

1 Egg, beaten
3 Tablespoons Milk (I used Vanilla Soy)
2 Tablespoons Sugar Free Torani Syrup (I used SF Caramel -)
1/2 a Banana, mashed
2 Tablespoons Canola Oil
3 Tablespoons Multigrain Pancake Mix (I use this)
1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
2 Tablespoon Unsweetened Coconut (Almond Meal/Flour can be subbed)
Pinch salt
1 Measuring Cup or Microwave Safe Mug (I use a 2 cup measuring cup)

In a measuring cup or microwave safe mug, Mix egg, milk, syrup, banana and oil and combine thoroughly. In a separate bowl, mix pancake mix, coconut, protein powder and salt. Tip dry into wet and stir till combined.

Nuke in microwave for 2 minutes*.

Here are a few links for some inspiration.

http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipes.asp?food=protein+drin ks&anyall=ANY&c1=0&c3=0&c5=0&c4=0&prep_time=0&total_time=0&c alories_operation=&fiber_operation=&carbs_operation=&c2=0&fa t_operation=&protein_operation=&sort=number_of_ratings&pg=

http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes.aspx?WithTerm=protein%2 0drink

http://www.projectswole.com/diet/70-protein-shake-recipes/

http://www.ifood.tv/network/protein_drinks/recipes