Important Announcements

Nondiscrimination Statement Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

To see our full nondiscrimination statement, click here.

Campus Construction Update

Starting September 14, we’re closing the Menino building lobby entrance. This, along with the ongoing Yawkey building entrance closure, will help us bring you an even better campus experience that matches the exceptional care you've come to expect. Please enter the Menino and Yawkey buildings through the Moakley building, and make sure to leave extra time to get to your appointment. Thank you for your patience. 

Click here to learn more about our campus redesign. 

Chocolate Coconut Protein Shake

Other

Contributed by: Juliana Sampaio

Chocolate protein coconut shake

Select your language:

This shake is a good source of protein, and makes a nutritious snack when you want something sweet. This could be a good way to replenish after some exercise!

Serves:
2 servings
Total Time:
5 minutes minutes
Prep Time:
5 minutes minutes
Cook Time:
0 minutes minutes

Ingredients


Protein-powder - chocolate, 1 scoop Milk - 1 cup skim milk Chocolate-syrup - 1 Tablespoon, sugar-free Coconut-Extract - 1 teaspoon

Instructions

Step 1
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth (This can also be mixed in a blender cup).
Step 2
Strain liquid into a cup using a wire mesh strainer.
Step 3
Enjoy a 4-6 oz portion!

Notes

This recipe can be enjoyed at Stage 2, Stage 3, and Stage 4 of the Bariatric Surgery diet.

The coconut extract can be substituted with mint extract to create a delicious Chocolate Mint shake.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size:
1 serving
Calories:
97 Calories
Fat:
0.35g
Saturated Fat:
0g
Carbohydrates:
Net Carb: 6.85g
Dietary Fiber:
0.25g
Protein:
16.65g
Sodium:
173