Question:
I am lets see 5 days post op and going crazy!

I am suppose to eat 4 Sugar free carnation instant breakfast everyday... I am lactose intolealnce now after my surgery :( and I can only get down one drnk a day. I just feel so full and dont want the drink...Help... I don't want to think this surgery is a waste but I am feeling like that now...I did have a little jello today and that was better, but they tell me to eat the CIB cause of the protien. I understand that, But can I get the Protioen else where for the 1st week post op? PLEAWSE HELP!    — Nicole S. (posted on December 21, 1999)

December 21, 1999
If the CIB makes you sick, then you should definitely get your protein from some other source. I was lactose intolerant even before my surgery. Milk would give me diarrhea and terrible gas. I told my nutritionist this and she said I can use the powdered protein supplements like Designer Protein mixed with water, juice, or lactaid milk. Hope this helps!
   — Lynn K.

December 21, 1999
I began to hate the Carnation and Designer Protein so much that I began to take the bottled red liquid protein. I can mix 3 TBS of the red liquid with 1/4 cup of cold water and I am fine. It seems to be the best for me to tolerate and the cherry taste with water is like a Koolaid.
   — Toni K.

December 21, 1999
I use a protein drink called HMR. It is lactose free with about 12 g protein when mixed with water. You can mix with lactose free milk for added protein. It tastes good. You can order online or check in your area for a Dr or weight loss program who sells it. The website is www.drdiet.com/Products/hmr_shakes. Best of luck
   — cris W.

December 21, 1999
I use a protein drink called HMR. It is lactose free with about 12 g protein when mixed with water. You can mix with lactose free milk for added protein. It tastes good. You can order online or check in your area for a Dr or weight loss program who sells it. The website is www.drdiet.com/Products/hmr_shakes. Best of luck
   — cris W.

December 21, 1999
YES! There are a number of better choices. There are a dozen good proteins that will mix nicely with water or sugar free juices, such as s/f Tang or Crystl Light or even flat diet pops. MANY of us become (or were) lactose intolerant. No need to suffer. You can be getting in good protein with not nearly so much sugar and other unpleasantries!
   — vitalady