Question:
18 days 'til RNY and I'm overwhelmed!
What should I buy? Protein powder? Baby food? I've been using Atkins Advantage shakes for weight loss. Can I continue using them after surgery? Can I add protein powder to them? — digotz (posted on December 22, 2007)
December 22, 2007
Getting the most protein you can is the key. If Atkins has enough or you
can add protein to it, then I don't see why not. I had my surgery the 12th
and have found it hard to stomach almost everything recommended, except the
protein shakes. Chocolate Truffle Nectar, is very good.
— Amanda Kirby
December 22, 2007
I think you should check with your team. Doctors vary widely in what they
recommend post-op, but I would find a protein supplement that you find
palatable. GNC has something called Designer Whey which comes in a bunch
of flavors. Baby food probably won't be necessary, but some people do use
it when transitioning to puree food. Your tastes are also going to change
after the surgery, so don't be surprised if what you like now isn't what
you will like then.
~Shirley
— Shirley D.
December 22, 2007
If you've gone to a support meeting or two, they normally have some samples
of different products. Possibly the health food store,etc. that has these
drinks may have some sample sizes. Normally though, the shake powders come
in larger bottles. Try to taste a sample before you buy too much. Also
remember, your taste for some flavors may be different after surgery.
— Dave Chambers
December 22, 2007
I was told that baby food for the most part is high in sugar. You are going
to need your protein drink ( I like Muscle Milk Light in Chocolate milk
flavor, it isn't gritty ) your vitamins and your calcuim with D. You will
be on a sf liquid diet more than likely and so get your sf puddings and
jello too. Good luck and I hope your recovery is a fast on.
— Brenda R.
December 23, 2007
Do not buy baby food you will not need it!! Take in a lot of liquid
soups...Tomatoe, cream soups(strained), broths etc. It is not as bad as it
seems.
— Alvernlaw
December 23, 2007
If you continue taking the Atkins Advantage, you should be able to add the
AnyWhey tasteless protein powder to it with no problems. It can be bought
at GNC. Remember, the best protein our bodies absorb is WHEY. The protein
bullets, and some of the protein powders don't use WHEY protein. Good luck
and God Bless!
— crystalsno
December 23, 2007
I add protein powder to Atkins and/or Slimfast all the time. I put them in
the freezer and get them really slushy and open the can from the bottom and
add protein powder and stir. I use the vanilla flavor EAS Whey protein from
Sam's Club just because I had that on hand. Good luck to you.
— Lndy
December 25, 2007
I recommend beneprotien powder mixed with water and crystal light. Also
jello, popsicles, cream of wheat, clear chicken broth. Don't go overboard
because your diet will change every two weeks while you work your way up to
regular food. Good Luck I hope you do great. I have lost 91 lbs and 12
inches off my in 5 months. You will love the change. I also was taking 6-8
shots of insulin a day. Now I'm completly off all my diabetic meds.
— John C.
December 26, 2007
Diane...I know things r overwhelming for you right now. It's the beginning
of this wild advenuture and you want to be prepared and ready to anything
and everything. I hear you. I was the same way. I would keep drinking what
you are drinking as long as they are low in fat and sugar. The best protein
to buy is the one you are going to use/drink. Otherwise, what is the point.
Everyone is different and likes different things, textures, etc. and keep
in mind you tastebuds can and will change after surgery - not saying you
won't like the Atkins after surgery, but there is a possiblity, so don't
buy 12 cases - just in case. I would buy the vitamins and supplements you
are going 2 need. I would stock up on SF pudding and yogart and popsciles -
they were my saving grace. I would buy small "salsa cups" in 1 oz
and 2 oz sizes to help you measure when you get home from the hospital, it
helped me to determine how much I was eating/drinking. You can get them at
smart and final or any warehouse type store when they cater to restuarants
as well as the general public. you will feel overwhelmed. you will run the
full battery of emotions: from happy, to sad, to overhwelmed, to depressed
to glad to mad to doubtful to .... it all. It is normal and you will be
fine. OH...you can add protein powder to anything that you like and will
eat. Again, the best protein is the one you will eat and continue to eat
and like and tolerate. LOL. Good luck.
— jammerz
December 26, 2007
Right after surgery I drank whey protien which was nasty then switched to a
vegetable protein from Arbonne (www.golong.myarbonne.com). You can mix it
with fat free milk and it gives 27 grams of protein. It is really good; my
kids even drink them. I am 3 months out and have been mixing them with
frozen fruit. I actually look forward to drinking them. I bought a Magic
Bullet to blend it and puree; I highly recommend that. I never did baby
food. I did soups, sugar free carnation instant breakfast mix, sugar free
hot choc mix and crystal light drink mixes. Good luck; it is the best
thing I have done for myself. 3 months and 54 pounds later... kristie
— kristiel
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