Protein Makes me nauseous

I am approximately 9 weeks post op and down 40 pounds. The first few weeks weren't too bad. Liquids and then pureed. Now eating regular food, though very modified and limited. I have a goal of 80 grams of protein a day, so I typically need to include at least one protein shake a day to ensure I reach the goal. I started out with Unjury and I am back with Unjury. All of them, including Unjury turn my stomach. I have tried GNC, Herbalife, another I can't remember. Any suggestions? I really want to succeed. My goal is to lose another 80 pounds.

I use premier RTD shakes.

I have not tried Premier. I am willing to try anything at this point. I have heard others speak of Premier. Thanks for your input.

I had a hard time drinking protein shakes shortly after surgery myself.

I started taking a multi strand probiotic and things got much better. Premier Protein RTD shakes are what I suggest. 

Have you tried mixing the protein powder with yogurt, or jello, pudding, etc?  That's the only way I could get it down.  I also found chicken broth easier to take than the sweet drinks which really turned my stomach.  Good luck.

Carol

I am a huge fan of Syntrax Nectar. I just can't do the thicker/milkier drinks so I love mixing up some Syntrax fuzzy navel with a squirt of Kool aid orange (0 cal). I also water it down so it's not too sweet. 

Hi mgk48. I am pre-op but I have been investigating protein shakes for the last couple of weeks.  I tried one called Harmonized Progressive Vanilla flavour.  I blended it with ice and 250 ml of unsweetened almond milk for a long time and it thickend/foamed up and it tasted like vanilla ice cream.  Note that I put ice in the blender while it was mixing, and then I poured it over ice. It was delicious so I bought a container of it and am going to have one from time to time to gear myself up for when I will need it daily.  I also have a chocolate sample pack that I am going to try tonight with regular milk (2%).  I hope this helps you.  xx

I like PlantFusion unflavored in warm broth.

Keep trying, your taste buds change after surgery, so try a few different ones.

But don't stress about it, or assume it means you won't succeed.  It is completely possible to get to goal without protein shakes.  I lost 195lbs without a single protein shake.  They all make me violently sick within seconds of drinking them, so they haven't been part of my journey at all.

I was told by people here that I was screwed without them.  

Ummm....nope!  :)

 

Hi SuzyNZ. how many grams of protein are you supposed to consume each day? And if you don't drink protein shakes, what are you eating to get a sufficient amount? I would LOVE to not have to drink them. Ugh. Look forward to hearing from you. Thanks so much for your help.