You could do one protein shake (30 grams) and 2 greek yogurts (28 grams) and that would put you at 58 grams plus ever how many grams are in the milk you are using for your shake. If you are using regular milk that is an additional 8 mg and you are at 65!!

Green,

I used a protein powder that is 30 grams for one scoop. I add it to one cup of skim milk, so that is 38 grams, and then I do 2 of them a day.

I also add extra skim if its too sweet , and add any extra to my grams of protein! I get 76 grams a day thru 2 of these protein shakes I mix.

boo

I was only allowed 1 protein shake a day too while on full liquids. During these 2 weeks I was told only to worry about getting in 30-40 proteins a day. I didn't have to get in 65-80 proteins until I was on pureed and then it became easier, but still tough. I eat NOTHING except high protein foods right now.

I used to stir half a scoop of unflavored protein powder into my greek yoghurt - an easy way to ramp up the protein.

My Dr allowed me 2 shakes, even when on the full liquids.

I'm on soft foods starting today. Eating tuna fish, and it tastes sooo good! Something for you to look forward to!!!

Hugs,

Boo

Unflavored protein powder was my friend. I mixed it with EVERYTHING! Even my applesauce when I took my pills that first 2 weeks.

I also used (still do on occasion) Syntrax nectar flavored protein drinks. I have Cherry Blast and Fuzzy Navel. it is more like crystal light so it just goes in your water.

You can also take a greek yogurt (plain) and mix it with a scoop of Cherry Blast and a bit of sweeter and make a protein bomb as a friend of mine calls them :)

You'll get there! And if you try different protein powders you'll find one you like.

I did the shakes and used a pudding that were high in protein to help me along. It is a had one, and I am still on the shakes after 6 weeks. I like the Oh Yeah brands as well as Atkins. But this is a long term commitment. You can get path that will be easy to follow.

Egg drop soup! So yummy!

You can try this, id does work for me.

in a sauce pan put, broth (Chicken or Beef) and bring to a boil. Add egg beaters and keep stirring the mixture. (it will remain very soft and light). If you wish afterwards you can blend it to smooth it out further.

Last night I tried chicken breast, broccoli, Chicken stock and eggbeaters and after it cooked used a bullet blender to make smooth. It tastes and like like a souffle, Very smooth and not heavy or greasy.

I've been away from the board for a few months (lots of homework but the semester is over!!) so I don't know how far out you are. I'm guessing your surgery was recent? Very, very few people can get to 70 grams of protein in the first few weeks - lots have issues for a month or so (Becca was an exception, but she's always an over-achiever!!)

My program had us on broth, tea, jello, and the "clear" (gross, syrupy) protein drinks the first week. We couldn't do the milk-based protein drinks for the first month. If you are using powder, you can use a double scoop of protein in your shake. There is an "unflavored" protein powder you can mix into your soups and yogurt. I think it is called "Unjury."

JJ