A friend is just beginning his 6 month pre-surgical diet and I've been trying to give him little tidbits of knowledge that I've gleaned along the way. I remember when I was first out that there were a boatload of different kinds of protein drinks, but now I can't remember any of them because I only buy EAS chocolate.

Gimme your recommendations, people, and if you know of any companies that offer sample packs, all the better!! I want to give this guy all the choices possible as we all know our tastes change after surgery. 

Thanks in advance, kind people!!

Hi there. I'm 10 weeks post op. I use(d) ViShape by ViSalis Science, both pre op and post op. Google it. There are reps everywhere. I know my distributor gives out generous samples.

OK, that's a new name for me. Am I correct in understanding these products are not available at retail environments? (I admit that I just skimmed over some of their website.)

I will pass on the info. Thank you.

 best advice give him OH's web address and tell him to start reading and posting. 

 Yes, I know that and the suggestion has already been made, thank you. 

I told him that I'd help him out and that's what I'm trying to do. But thank you so much for reinforcing the obvious.

SQUID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I've missed you!

I did my top 5 fave protein powders on Bariatric Foodie:

http://bariatricfoodie.blogspot.com/2011/03/bf-top-5-niks-favorite-protein-powders.html

Hope your friend finds a powder they like. Too bad they can't have Click right away (note to Click- Decaf! DECAF!!!!).

Hola, chica!! What's shakin' baby?? Damn, you're looking good!! I've missed you, to, Nik.

OK, I'm compiling a list for him and will add your blog to a general list of good places for info. There are so many "experts" around, yet a lot of them don't know squat, KWIM??   I've already warned him that all nuts aren't necessarily good ones. 

This is my BFF's youngest son and since his mom passed a while back, I've been trying to help out any way I can. 

 Is he very young?

Tell him to get a good whey protein isolate -- chocolate/vanilla, Dymatize ISO-100, About Time, Lean Dessert, SYNTRAX, Optimum Nutrition, Isopure, CHIKE (not immediately post op...) and some PB2.  Mix with a tiny bit of skim/soy or almond, PB2, water, and ice.

By my standards he's young, LOL, he's in his 30s.

I sent him a link to this thread, explaining that he'll be able to read as a Guest, but he'll have to set up an account to post. 

Thanks for the info

 You're local to me, right?

There's a couple stores around here that can offer more choices, too...