Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements

This stuff is nasty! Horrible! What do you guys mix it in?

After trying about 30 different Protein powders, I finally gave in and bought the sample pack from unjury. Downed my first chocolate shake about 12 minutes ago now.... I'm extremely lactose intolerant, but so far no tummy objections except some mild burping (fairly normal with anything I eat/drink at this point--thanks, GERD). Might I have finally found a suitable Protein Shake???? It definitely tastes the best, but at this point, I'm desperate just to find ANYTHING that doesn't upset my preop stomach; I can't imagine what some of these would do post-op! Don't really have anywhere else to share this excitement lol. I text one of my best friends who knows about my sur…

I noticed most of the FREE SAMPLES listed on other topics are from years ago and the freebies they offered then are no longer avalible. I am scouring the Internet looking for free samples I have a couple that are really 100% free and many that you pay for but you can get individual servings and not be stuck with tons of stuff you don't like. I will post totally free, if I find any, as well as those that are available for a nominal cost if there is any interest in my doing this. Reply if you would like me to do this. MY BLOG-LOSING IT AT 67 http://losingitat67.wordpress.com I have started posting a inspirational quote/picture every day.

So i loooove the quest chocolate chip cookie protein bar but they are pretty pricey so i want to know what else is out there. I try not to eat anything with higher sugar then protein so thats what im aiming for. Im a sweets person so anything sweet is what i like the most.

So the new big boy on the market is the power crunch bar. all different flavors and pretty dang delicious. High Protein, 5 g of sugar ( not too bad) right? No Sugar Alcohols, great? Seems great right? Well after ingesting a piece of one at a friends house. I picked up a couple in my local Vitamin shoppe. I mean they looked good, But when i got them home, i gave them to my wife to give out at her place of work. Why? simple. My god they are loaded with FAT! and not even good fat but Saturated fat. Wow. what the heck? For example the chocolate mint has 13g of fat!!! a whopping 6 grams of saturated fat!! that is 30% of a normal person's daily recommended fat …

I've gotten the go ahead from my surgeon that I do not have to use chewable or liquid Vitamins anymore and I'm anxious to move on. I have about a month's worth left of my chewables so I have time to research and comparison shop. I'm really interested in hearing from those of you who've had labs done already (I have not) and have good numbers. What do you take? Would you be so kind to tell me the brand and where you get them? If you have a link to it that would be amazing! Thanks!

Has anyone tried this? I got suckered into buying a box at costco last weekend from the guy doing the demonstration. It did taste really good. Thought this would maybe replace the multi I take in the morning just as a change of pace. It is a little pricey however. Let me know if you use this product. http://www.ecodrink.com/ecodrink-multi-new-flavors.html

I'm about six months pre-op but to get ahead of things, I ordered a box of nectar Protein samples. Each pack is one ounce and 23g of protein per packet. Supposedly there is one of each flavor. I want to try one or two but I haven't an idea as to what to do with them? shakes? Mix in my oatmeal? What would you do with these samples?

My Mother once told me about all of the various cures, foods, etc. found in the Bible. One of these is Aloe Vera. She had a Hispanic friend from a card club who had ulcers and used to come over and cut off some of the leaves from her plant, strip the outter skin and blend the rest, and then add it to a milkshake and drink it. We also used to use it for sunburns. It would take the sting out right away and within 20 minutes there was no longer any pain. Some Burn Centers grow it and use it to treat patients. When I had my surgery in December 2014 I bought a gallon of Aloe Vera juice from a local Natural Foods store. I did a luittle research and found you only want juice…

I am wondering if anyone has had problems with potassium deficiency? I am two weeks post.op. I have done well with my proteins (getting 60-90 per day), getting liquids in (getting 70-90 oz a day). I take all of my supplements (which obviously don't include potassium). Since starting full liquids and adding creamed soups to my diet I am getting between 600-850 calories per day. I am healing well and no nausea. However, I have been very weak and no energy to walk or do much. In the evenings I have heart palpitations. I noticed on MyFitnessPal that I am only getting between 550-850 mg per day in potassium and wondering if it could be a deficiency. I read that the avera…

I thought I would share this with those of you that need Protein drinks and different options :crying: I had this emailed to me a long time ago, and while cleaning out my inbox of the 2000 emails I stumbled across it again. I do not know the original author/creator/inventor or I would give proper credit. pumpkin Protein shake This is a wonderfully decadent way to get in your protein! Spicy, creamy and icy-thick.?milkshakes never had it so good! 1/4 cup pumpkin puree 1 cup skim milk or soymilk 1 scoop vanilla Protein powder (such as Matrix Simply Vanilla) 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or 1/4 t. cinnamon, 1/8 t. cloves, 1/8 t. ginger) 2 tablespoons Spl…

I just can't take all these protein powders. I need it unflavored to stir into other things. Any ideas? Is the unjury good?

Hey all, I was wondering if anyone has an opinion and, in turn, can give me some advice about these shakes. My sister's friend sells Plexus and she and her mom did the whole deal and then my sister recommended her/it to my mom -- who is an avid Advocare Vitamin user anyway -- and of course my mom wanted me to try it with her since the friend's mom supposedly had success with the Plexus and was able to stop taking her thyroid medicine (mentionable because I have hypothyroidism). I was skeptical. Naturally. I have my own list of attempted and failed diets and I really didn't want to add another to my list, but mom seemed really hopeful and it was coming from a source th…

Anyone on here use this? I've been thinking of trying them but they are so pricey I was afraid, but at this price I might give it a shot. Recommendations? (And yes I do get credit if you click the link below and purchase, but would love feedback you don't have to purchase!): http://www.zulily.com/invite/jstewart729/e/zulily-debut-garden-of-life-137342.html?tid=social_email_ipad_shareviaicon_na_modal_a2a863c3461d6ee7fc716dfbafd8ef83&eid=137342

I know everyone has different taste buds - but this drink (coconut flavor), I will buy a case of it. I prefer it over the icy orange by a mile. I have several more flavors to try, but this one is a winner (for me). I think it will actually help me meet my Protein requirements tomorrow. http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/p/nature-best-isopure-isopure-rtd-coconut-12-drinks/np-1189#.VYoXEPlVhBc

What protein powder do you recommend? I'm hoping to find a tasteless powder I can mix with water/crystal light/etc. I've been doing protein shakes, I have whey protein that I mix with skim milk, and some of the Atkins premade shakes, but I'm not crazy about them. Any ideas on brands of powder? What's in your favorite protein shake?

I have heard from so many of you how great the Nectar Protein powder is, so I was super excited to get my sample pack in the mail. I mixed the Crystal Sky pack with 16 oz of water. Unfortunately the taste is horrible to me! It was hard to mix it for starters. When I tasted it, all I could taste was that strong protein taste. I cannot hardly get this down. Any suggestions??

Vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements are important for staying healthy when you’re a bariatric surgery patient. Not every patient receives the same advice and some patients don’t know the best options. This forum is a great place to let everyone know which bariatric supplements YOU take. Can you please take a few minutes to share which dietary supplements you take? Thanks for spreading the word! 1. Do you take a bariatric daily multivitamin/mineral supplement? Which brand and formulation specifically? For example, you might take Centrum for Women or One a Day Women’s Active Metabolism. 2. Which bariatric vitamins and minerals do you take each day? What is …

Just wondering if anyone had any suggestions for protein water as I'm having difficult time drinking the shakes as they just get too thick and foamy I end up dry heaving. I've heard of special k protein water mix that adds protein and fiber to your water and didn't know if there were other alternatives that anyone had tried. Thank you!

I'm a total newb with Protein powders. I'm wondering if anyone can give some recommendations for good ones to get/try? Bonus points if I can get a small container/packet.

Any suggestions on how I can use this? It's disgusting when I mixed into food...made a shake and same thing

Let me ask you guys something....I don't have much of an appetite and I know I am anemic and low in iron but once I get Vit B12 shot, my appetite increases tremendously. I have more energy but I end up eating more too. Does this happen to anyone here? Please let me know. Thnks!

Can anyone comment on the tasty factor of Inspire protein?

Can someone list the vitamins you have to take after surgery. Thank you

Anyone have a sublingual B12 they really like? So far I've tried Twinlab Dots (tastes like wet dog) and Celebrate (tastes like laundry soap). Trying to hunt one down that doesn't taste bad. Thanks!

Has anybody tried the nasal B12?? Sent from my iPhone using VST

I am looking for an unflavored power that can be added to other drinks/puréed foods. Any suggestions? Needs to be free of artificial sweeteners. Can tolerate stevia in small quantities.

Hi Everyone, So I have seen about a gajillion posts from pals who need suggestions for Protein drinks, and the responses are always so helpful with suggestions of specific brands and sometimes websites where to find them. But many times we just say, I like this one or this is one I can tolerate. As I have read them I was thinking about all of these different drinks/broths that I have never tried, so I decided to give some of them a try for myself, not only in preparation of the dreaded pre-op diet but also for post-op . Here is my list (which includes ones I have tried so far ;-D): Now - when I was on a medically supervised diet two years ago I got hooked on Syntrax …

What type/brand protein drinks did you use. It it change pre & post op?

Anyone have protein supplement suggestions? Brands? Flavors.? Especially non flavor brands?

How do you get enough protein in? I eat 2 meals a day, 2 oz each and mostly protein. Then a 23g protein shake for lunch and another 23g shake before bed. So maybe 50 g per day. I read people are getting 60-80g?!

I am close to getting my surgery date and am trying to stock my house with the vitamins and protein shakes that I need. Does anybody know a website to buy products that are not to expensive. I am working on a budget. Thanks again

I remember liking the Bariatric Advantage Calcium chews, but I remember that I wasn't terribly fond of their regular Multivitamin chewables. That was 4 years ago, though, so they may have changed their formulation. Does anyone have any recommendations for chewable Multivitamins?

So I take now (since today) a multi, b 12, and Biotin Vitamin. When I went to the doctors I did blood work and she said I just been more Vitamin D. So I'm gonna add that soon. But I feel like every picture I see under the gastric sleeve hash tag on instagram everyone seems to be taking so many. Am I doing something wrong?

I have not had my sleeve done yet and I am trying to figure out the Protein drinks. I have been using the EAS Complete Protein powder from Walmart, but in the bariatric book my Dr's office gave me it list powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury, Advantedge, whey Powder to name a few. The EAS has 25 grams of protein in 2 scoops. Is this a good one to be using it cost less than $20.00 per container?

hello i havent had my surgery yet i have to have 3 weigh ins where i have lost weight or maitaned weight.I do carnation instant Breakfast every day their sugar free.But today my mom told me to use Protein powder and powder milk plus skim milk is that to much or should i just use some powder milk and protein mix

Has anyone else had trouble using the sweetener STEVIA? Man, what a stomach ache it gives me!

Hi Bariatric Pals - Can any of you recommend some budget friendly Protein shake brands that taste good but will give me the best bang for my buck? I've tried and like the Premier Protein shakes (available at costco & some Walmart's), but I am wondering if anyone has been able to find a good tasting Protein Shake or powder mix that is a little more cost effective? I need to be able to afford it but I also need to be able to choke it down, I haven't been liking most of the powdered mixes I've been trying. I appreciate your suggestions and sharing what has been your favorite protein shakes for the best prices??? Many Thanks & Warm Hugs!

My head is spinning reading all this preop information. Since I am having to pay for the procedure out of pocket, I am hoping you all have some suggestions for cheaper Vitamins, shakes, etc. The site they're recommending to me is outrageous (in my opinion) Thanks!

What is your favorite? I'm thinking about getting a blender bottle and a go stack.

My plan is three Protein meals in a day plus two Snacks, still on mushy phase for 7 more weeks. My typical meal is tender poultry or fish, a bit of dark green or orange veges, and a bit of low sugar fruit like applesauce (homemade). I am really tired of cheese sticks for snacks. Any suggestions for quick protein snacks?

At what point did you all stop crushing your pills?

Any bypass patients take Zzzzquil post op? My doctor said it was fine to take. But I'm curious how fast it'll take effect now that I've had my bypass. I don't wanna pass out washing dishes and I don't wanna sleep through my alarm either. Thanks in advance!

I purchased a container of Injury Unflavored Protien powder and mixed it with Water and crystal lite- it was the most disgusting thing that I tried! So now I have this container and don't know what to do with it! Does anyone have any ideas on how to use it? I see that alot of people mix it with jello- I don't eat jello! I hate to throw it out, but that first taste totally turned me off to trying it with anything else! Thanks!

Has anyone used quest protein powder and do you use it for shakes or for baking/cooking? The employee at the vitamin shop I use suggested it but thought I would check here for reviews.

Hello everyone! I want opinions about protein sources. I am almost 8 weeks post op n I can tolerate milk. My question is will it be a biggie if I stop the shakes n focus on high protein foods n milk for my source of protein?

I've been able to do all of my normal medications plus my multi Vitamins fine, but today (10 days post op) I tried to take my hair Skin and Nails vitamins, and I got SOOOOOO nauseous. That's the first time since surgery that I've felt even the slightest bit of nausea. Today is also my first day of soft foods...Any thoughts on this? Do vitamins make anyone else nauseous? Or do y'all think it's the food?

I find them very yummy, sometimes too yummy. What is your experience with them? It seems like it's the only protein bar I can handle with taste. I usually use it as a snack between my 5:30 am breakfast and 12pm lunch. I know the doctor says no eating between meals but I'm a teacher and can't eat just when I want.

Just found these delicious gems! They have a lot of Protein and not a lot of sugar! On another side note: being 5 weeks out I've stopped checking the scale daily! I've stalled and checking everyday was getting frustrating and depressing. I'm focusing on protein and fluids! Anybody have some favorite Quest bar favorites? I'm interested in trying more varieties.

I've order some, and seriously they taste like crap. Anyone have any recipes, tips, tricks, etc? I've microwaved them for about 13 seconds, but I can't tolerate the blandness.