Sick

I have the flu.  I am so sick.  I am not hungry at all.  Cannot seem to get protein shake down without coughing my head off.  Any suggestions?

I'd just concentrate on fluids for a day or two.  Not getting much protein for a couple days won't hurt you.  If you continue to have no appetite, though, you'll need to start drinking protein shakes anyway.  Making them thinner might make them less likely to make you cough, although they may not taste as good.

Thanks!

How about trying whey protein with bullions.... chicken, beef, or veggies? Lactose stuff makes mucus yucky, yucky-yuck. Even try herbal teas and add the whey to them too. Don't for get your vitamins! did you get your flu shot?

Syntrax has protein shake flavors that aren't chocolate and vanilla - like ice tea, lemonade and others. They might be easier to get down. I know you can buy them at the Vitamin Shoppe if you have one of those near you. Also I buy unflavored protein powder called genepro from Amazon. It's great because only 1TBSP=30g which makes it easy to mix in food. Also you can mix it directly in hot or cold fluids. I've put it in my hot coffee and tea. With Amazon you can get quick shipping. Feel better and make sure you are getting your fluids in even if it is not protein.