Question:
How do you get protein from the shakes and not dump?

In the first weeks when you are on a clear liquid diet, how do you get your protein? If you use the protein powders, what do you mix them with? If not milk, then what? How do you keep from dumping on the sweet content in the powdered mixes?    — Susan G. (posted on July 6, 2001)

July 6, 2001
Susan, just what Lee Anne said, and instead of mixing the powder in milk, you use water.
   — lalasmommy

July 7, 2001
There are several products with no sugars or so low as to be harmless. My #1 choice is 0g of sugar, + water, 0g of sugar. 2nd choice has 2g of sugar + water, 0g of sugar. I don't use milk at all, not for 7 yrs. Never missed it and sure dont' miss that wad of sugar. You can also mix proteins with sugar free Tang or Crystal Light, if you prefer the fruity types.
   — vitalady

July 7, 2001
My surgeon explained that during the first few weeks, the focus is on your pouch healing and not to worry about protein intake. We actually weren't allowed protein drinks the first 10 days (clear liquids only).
   — Gina E.

January 11, 2002
Try Worldwide Sport Nutrition's Extreme Pure Protein. Available in 4 different flavors and is clear, like crystal lite. Has ZERO sugar and 42gm of protein. Let me know if you need help finding it :D [email protected]
   — Jennifer S.