Where do you get protein drinks from and which do you guys find best

 Lots of people seem to have trouble getting enough protein post op - so i was thinking of getting some protein drinks to help.  My hospital (the hospital group) do sell them, but i'm betting they're prob a little expensive and i also want to find a good one that is pallatable.  Any ideas

Hi Binty,
I don't normally take protein supplements and my surgeon didn't feel it was necessary at this point.  He suggested chicken, fish and skimmed milk would give me pretty much what I need.

(Had that conversation with him after trying protein bars with adverse effect (see other post LOL).)

Have to admit tho, there's a "Juice Boost" kiosk in the mall - they make some fabulous fruit smoothies and can add a protein to the mix.   Yummy and the fruit sugar is well tolerated by me (unlike refined sugar which causes dumping for me).   Wonderful treats these are!

UK docs seem to be a bit anti-protein shakes, which suits me down to the ground! In the post-op phase I made my own version with chick peas blended into a soup base. I don't actually find any problem in getting enough in but I am banded and so probably eat more than you do.

So not really answering your Q. Just nice to see someone coming on here!

Kate

www.lowcarbmegastore.com.  Tesco Superstores have body building protein shakes and a low carb protein bar (apple and caramel).  They also do Slimfast and another brand for £6 a tin, both very palatable if a little high in calories.  Good hunting.

Yeah I tried slim fast, but for the amount I can get down, there didn't seem to be enough protein - now I'm a few weeks further down the line i'm gonna try again.  Also taken to having options hot chocolate with added skimmed milk powder - really heavy going but  maybe thems the breaks.