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I have Bronchiectasis and MAC: Any suggestions how to gain weight?

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Mar 31, 2022 | Replies (38)
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Cila, have you tried a low carb protein drink? I get the vanilla flavor from Costco and drink it with a meal, especially earlier in the day. I also upped my protein by having two eggs instead of one, add nuts to my salad, etc. I don't eat or drink anything for three hours before I go to bed at a 30 degree angle and my reflux seems to be behaving better. I hope you find something that works! Jennifer

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cila | @cila | Mar 26, 2022

Hi Jennifer, what is the name of protein drink? I tried some and of them after I drink I feel bitter taste in my mouth. Even the milk now I’m trying oat milk mix it in blender with avocado, banana and peanut butter. Tried to eat all the time to gain weight still not gaining. Thanks! Cila

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Mar 26, 2022

We prefer the Premier High Protein. My favorite is caramel, my husband's id peanut butter chocolate. We find that neither one seems to have the bitter aftertaste you describe.
After I lost so much weight while on the medication, I forced myself to eat a small meal every one-two hours, 1 oz cheese, 1/2c cashews, a slice of meat, a small apple or orange, ice cream (before dinner time - in evening it made me cough a lot) or milkshakes, peanut butter on crackers. It took 2 years after meds to regain the weight - and I still have no hunger feelings, so I must eat on a schedule or I forget.
Sue

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