Protein Shakes

apple · 12-31-2004, 10:25 AM

My Dr. will have me on 1 week clear liquids, second week- full liquids. At what stage is protein shakes added. I read on a post that a nurse mentioned U could have egg beater in protein shake for added protein. Does anyone know about this & if so what stage would it be?
I like milk, egg beater, van. flavoring. to me this is a great shake.
I'm new to board, just certified, will have my surgery date next week.

Ann
Dr. Ponce'
310
Not banded yet

kellymoos · 12-31-2004, 10:38 AM

Did your Dr mention the protien shakes to you?? I was told that I could have anything that went through a straw the day I had the surgery. The next day after my surgery I had one...Every Dr is different...Good Luck to You!

claraluz · 01-01-2005, 11:52 AM

Yes, every doctor's instructions are different. I did not have to do clear liquides - just liquids. I wouldn't think protein shakes would be counted as clear liquids. They are too thick for that. Clear liquids are things like apple juice, broth, gatorade, jello, black coffee, tea.

Nancy

HarleyNana · 01-01-2005, 12:08 PM

If it would go through a straw I "drank" it. TG for the mushy stage!

New Hope · 01-01-2005, 12:32 PM

Ann, Congratulations on your upcoming Banding! The protein shake is either premixed shakes (ex. Atkins Advantage canned 11 oz. 20 grams protein) or adding protein powder to your milk/egg beater mixture. I just bought the protein powder from Walmart/Sams. Just plain milk wouldn't give you enough protein. You need to aim for 60 grams of protein a day. After you get on full liquids, you can blend a little fruit in (ex. banana, frozen stawberries, blueberries, etc.) This makes it like a smoothie (delicious), but don't put too much fruit in or it's too thick. Once you get on solids, if you're eating healthy choices (lean, moist meats, and vegetables) - you shouldn't have any trouble getting your daily protein in.

apple · 02-28-2005, 12:17 PM

Thanks for all suggestions!!!!