FatGuy (shrinking)inNC
Protein Shakes (for pre-ops & newbies)
Feb 05, 2010
I've probably written about this subject in tons of reply posts so I've decided to post it here for any and all to read.A little History first: I lost 22 lbs on a pre-op liver shrinking diet beforesurgery which consisted of keeping a lower calorie, < 50g carb, high protein diet.
Considering I've lived my entire Fat life on carbs (bread, pasta, rice, potato, etc etc etc) I thought the task would be impossible. I managed to do it by adding protein shakes which I made at home. I initially knew that some form of protein drink would be necessary after surgery and I started out just trying to find one I could tolerate. Well I found my favorite early and just kept using it because it allowed me to eat something for breakfast (pre band I never did) and kept me out of restaurants and fast food joints at lunch. It was a lifesaver post - op during the liquid stages and even now I still have one for breakfast on workday mornings and an occasional one when I'm wishing for milkshake.
Here how I make 'em
You got to get a quality protein powder that is whey isolate not concentrate. The isolate is better, typically contains the amino acids you need and has less junk mixed in with it. It also seems to taste better with less of a medical taste.
I prefer Unjury brand (www.unjury.com) comesin samples and the delivery is pretty quick. It may be a bit more expensive than others but it works for me and that's half the battle.
You can blend this with water, but I prefer a thicker consistency and taste so I elected to go with light soy milk. I use either the plain or the vanilla flavored soy milk and one of the lowest in cal & carbs I 've found is 8th contenent light (Wallmart 2.73 / 1/2 gal)
I mix two scoops of Unjury Vanilla protein powder / 24 oz of soy milk, and blend in my blender. While its blending, I add about 2 T of SF Pudding powder ( I use a variety of flavors to keep things interesting, Bannana Cream, Caramel, Butterscotch, Chocolate, Pistachio, Cheescake, Lemon, Pumpkin Spice, etc).
Once all the Dry & Liquid is blended thouroughly I add some crushed or cubed Ice and reblend on the grind speed. for about 30 - 45 seconds.
The outcome is a creamy delicious flavorful beverage ,which rivals many milkshakes I have drank in my lifetime. The above makes a pretty hefty portion, some times I drink it all in one sitting, sometimes I drink about half and put the remainder in the fridge for later.
Tip: If you are making your own, no matter what brand / flavor of protein powder you use, do not add the ice untill the dry and liquid has been well mixed. If not, the powder sticks to the ice and never really disolves, thus you get the gritty taste so many hate.
FatGuy(shrinking)inNC
