Question:
i'am 7 day's post op and can not even get a sip of protein down, it is gagging me!

   — nicole J. (posted on April 13, 2003)

April 13, 2003
What is it that you're trying to eat?
   — Beverly S.

April 13, 2003
HI Nicole - I am 3 1/2 weeks post op and had trouble with protein too. This week I found Amino Infusion 5000 on www.wlssuccess.com or at GNC ($10 more a bottle there!) I drink the grape flavored. I add 6 tablespoons to a big glass of unsweetened grape kool aid and ice and some water. It tastes just like koolaid. Each tablespoon has 5 grams of protein. So, I get a lot of protein and it counts towards my daily fluid requirements. I gained much more energy when I started getting in my protein. Like you I could not stomach any of the powdered drinks. I am looking forward to eating the bars! Best of luck to you!!!
   — teresa M.

April 13, 2003
What kind are you using? How did you make it up? What don't you like about it? Taste? Texture? Sweet, not sweet?
   — vitalady

April 13, 2003
I agree with the other post I use Amino Acids 2222 I get mine fromthe GNC store however mine is fruit flavored and I mox it with sugar free cherry Koolaid I get in 22 grams of protein in 4 Tbls. I mix into a 32 oz container and sip all day until I complete and start all over again. I too feel much better and have more energy on this drink. I will have to try the grape flavor and amino 5000 now.
   — nccarolinagirl

April 13, 2003
Hi there, I could not get a protein shake down me for 6 weeks. This is perfectly normal if you aren't tolerating them right now. 7 days is really soon to be trying these, as most people are still on clear liquids at this point in their healing process. My suggestion would be to try again in a few days, then again in a few more until you can get it down. You'll get there! Renee D
   — Renee D.