When I had gastric bypass surgery last year, I was introduced to protein drinks. You see, as a gastric bypass patient, I need a minimum of 60 grams of protein a day, and it's difficult to get that much protein from the food I eat because I can only eat limited amounts at a time.

If whey protein powder is a staple for you like it is for me, you're looking for ways to dress it up a bit. After all, you can only drink so much chocolate anything, right? Following are some tried and true suggestions on how to mix it up with chocolate whey protein powder.

Reese's Peanut Butter Cup

In a blender, mix two tablespoons peanut butter with one scoop chocolate whey powder and eight ounces of water or milk. Blend and enjoy.

Chocolate Caramel