Ewww... Yuck... Gag... Blahhhh .... HELP

I'm scheduled for lap band April 30th.... (Had RNY in 1993) 

I went today to try and find a protein drink...I went to GNC and found a chocolate carmel "Whey" product... ( I think that's how its spelled)   I thought I was going to throw up  ... I tried it with milk, water, hot, cold, in a blender.... It's so gross.

Can you please give me some recommendations as to a good protein shake?? 

I did the Carnation Breakfast shakes with my original bypass and have not been able to drink them since.

Thanks everyone..

Jeannie

Unjury is a good whey.  It is a very fine powder and mixes well.  They have five flavors, even unflavored.  But again, it is personal preference.  Here is the link.

http://www.unjury.com/reg/weight_loss_surgery_protein.shtml

I feel your disgust!  I have been drinking the ISO Pure from the Vitamin Shoppe.... I also know you can order it on line. I buy it by the case and it is pretty good! 40g of protein in 20 oz...... Tastes pretty good to me .... you may be different.

I also use the Nectar brand protein drinks. I bought Apple and a tropical one. I use a sweetener in it to help with the taste and LOTS of ICE!!!!   Don't bother with the blender.... but I bet if you had crushed ice you could pour it over that would be great!

I tried a yogurt today that had Whey in it.... ummmmm  
You might like it but I could hardly get 4 oz down........
Think I won't buy that again....

My friend gave me some whey shake mixes in canisters... can't remember the name but ... bluck!  Even a sweetener doesn't help with that one... wish I could remember.... But I understand what you are dealing with.  Boost Glucose Controll isn't too bad.. little pricy but great for portability.... two servings in a little bottle. I added sugar free flavoring that I bought at WalMart in the coffee and tea isle and that helped make it a lot more "tasty".

I hope this helps,

Marcia 

I use Chike (banana is my favorite) and the EAS AdvantEdge shakes and they are both pretty good.  I thought the IsoPure was OK before my surgery but post-op I couldn't get down more than a swallow without gagging. 

Hi,
I've been drinking Nectar protein since I had the RNY in May, 2006.  I love (yes, really) the Lemon, the Strawberry Kiwi and the Cappucino.  The Cappucino is delicious!  You can go online and try samples.  I can't remember where I got them from but just do a search for whey protein samples.  I also tried the GNC powdered stuff but didn't like it as much as the Nectar.  You will get used to a certain taste and develop a liking for it.   

Good luck.

Thanks everyone... I actually found a shake that I 'like'- (Not love)..  Its the one the Dr.'s office recommended...

Slim Fast High Protein-  already mixed can's.  Strawberry and choclate.

I leave them in the fridge but just before I'm ready to drink them.. i put the in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes and get them a little icy..  (Not bad)

This Thursday is my big day... Please say a prayer for me and I'm really nervous this time.  I guess because of my little 5 month old..

Thanks again for all the post.


Jeannie

Prayers are with you...have you tried adding a spoonful of instant coffee to the chocolate? I throw mine in the blender with ice and a tablespoon of instant coffee...helps for me because they are soooo sweet. Best of luck and get lots of rest.

I find those to be the least offensive as well.  Be sure it's Slim Fast HIGH PROTEIN though, not Slim Fast Optima.  IMHO, they're all pretty gross.