Why CIB and not a Protein Shake

I am post op and unclear on why my Dr. would allow carnation instant breakfast drinks but not protein drinks. I hate the idea of eating anything post op that hasn't got alot of protein in it. Since I won't be able to get much food in at all, shouldn't what I do get in be packed with protein??

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