Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements

The few moments I'm not perusing Bariatric Pal I've been known to watch videos "over there" Some of the people have said they've got free samples from Bariatric suppliers, any truth to this? I hate the idea of investing $20-30 on something I'd find loathsome. Besides some of the videos are 5 to 6 years old. Sent from my VS880PP using BariatricPal mobile app

I love this so much. I felt a little tired this morning and I'm not sure if it's cause day 4 of my liquid diet or what but I needed a pick me up so I grabbed a carmel premier protein and went to starbucks and got me a double shot of espresso over ice in a venti cup and added my carmel premier protein and made Iceed coffee. It's delicious. Just what I needed. Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

What vitamin do you use? I’m male so I’m not sure which ones to choose for men, if there is a difference I’m not sure, I hear some make you stink or don’t give you enough essentials, which ones do you use that you feel are the best? During one of my meetings I got pamphlets on celebrate, unjury, and fusion, haw are these?

Did you know that ProCare Health creates the ONLY complete once a day Bariatric Multivitamin in the industry! ProCare Health's Bariatric Multivitamins are designed to specifically meet the health needs of those who have undergone bariatric surgery such as gastric bypass, roux-en-y. gastric sleeve and duodenal switch. This formula was developed in cooperation with Doctors, Dietitians, Nutritionists and customers like you to make this the most complete Bariatric vitamin in the industry! It is designed to be convenient, easy to digest and absorb and affordable. Convenient. Unlike other products on the market today, which require you to take 3 to 4 tablets per day, …

Bariatric Fusion vitamins are one of the most popular vitamin brands in the BariatricPal Store. Bariatric Fusion continues to release innovative and popular Bariatric products. They've recently released the following 3 innovative Bariatric vitamins for 2018: Bariatric Fusion Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement NO IRON Chewable - Available in 2 Flavors! This great tasting vitamin and mineral supplement was designed and formulated by a Bariatric Surgical Team to meet the needs of their patients who do not require daily iron or prefer to take a separate iron supplement. The unique formulation provides the highest amounts of what the team believes are the key m…

I am 4 weeks post op and am having a problem with my diet. I am having a hard time getting the amount of protein in that the Dr wants me to have. Because I am eating all protein, I can’t eat any veggies or fruit. I’m worried about my malabsorption. I am taking the multivitamin but is that enough? I also can’t get the amount of water in me. I’m too full from eating all the protein. Can anyone give me advice thanks

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Has anyone tried the celebrate 3 in 1 powder vitamin? Worried about getting it and it tasting bad. Having bad luck with vitamins

We're giving away a packet of BariatricPal Protein One MultiVitamin & Meal Replacement with any order at the BariatricPal Store! Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get your protein, vitamins, and fiber in one easy shake – and lose weight at the same time? That’s why we made BariatricPal Protein One MultiVitamin & Meal Replacement. BariatricPal Protein One can help you lose weight, fight hunger, and stay nourished as you enjoy the delicious formula. The great-tasting shake can help you cut calories and carbs and lose more weight. The unique blend provides 27 grams of high-quality whey protein, 28 essential vitamins and minerals, and 5 grams of fiber. It is…

Does anyone have any experience with the vitamin patches? Trying to hopefully curb the number of pills (and tbh, I forget them constantly), hoping the patches might be a good alternative. Thoughts? This is what I'm looking at, btw: https://store.bariatricpal.com/products/multivitamin-plus-patch-3-month-supply-by-patchmd

My Dietician gave me a sample of these & I went ahead & ordered them. I like the idea of everything I need in one tablet & the price is right. I paid around $15.00 for two 30 day supplies.

I absolutely HATE my Celebrate chewable vitamins!! They make me so nauseous. Any recommendations on what other brands are out there and actually taste okay? I need multivitamin and calcium citrate recommendations, please.

What vitamins do you take? I had the sleeve 2 weeks ago and I got vitamins in powder form to put in water. I don’t like them and need recommendations.

Just wondering if anyone has purchased Vitamins in Mexico and/or if there was a significant cost difference. I'm only a little over an hour from the border and wondering if it might be worth the trip. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Have any of you tried the Celebrate tomato soup meal replacement protein? Tomato is my favorite kind of soup, so I'm curious about it. Also, are single-serve packets of it actually available in a 5-pack? They're not available on the Celebrate website, and though they show up on the shop here, they say they're out of stock. I'd like to try it before buying a tub, if possible, but I don't want to spend $35 on a variety pack of samples.

I'm 3 months post op, and I can't take my vitamins. I try and try and try but they make me beyond sick so I just don't take them, I know it's bad but I just don't wanna be sick all day. Is there like an alternative? Like some sort of shot I can take that has all of my vitamins. Or what can I do? I'm sooo lost. My hair is falling out like crazy and my body is just so depressed and weak still. I don't know what's wrong with me

I just added up how much the vitamins my surgeon wants me to take after bypass. Annually it's $1,177! He wants me to take the following: Bariatric Advantage Advanced Multi EA twice day Bariatric Advantage Calcium Citrate chews 3x a day Bariatric Advantage Probiotic twice a day Biotin once a day B12 once a week I'm thinking I could probably save some money on the calcium and probiotic by finding a different brand...?

Our members have written to us over the last two years requesting that we carry Chike nutrition products in the BariatricPal Store . Chike is well known for their awesome tasting High Protein Iced Coffee. Chike's High Protein Iced Coffee provides a powerful combination of 2 shots of premium espresso coffee and 20g of whey protein to help provide focus and fuel to power your day. Chike has also recently released some delicious tasting powdered peanut butter that mixes really well with any protein drinks! They also make some very delicious meal replacements in 3 awesome flavors!! Supercharge your mornings, beat that afternoon slump or give your workouts a boost with th…

I had my first Multivitamin yesterday and I thought I was going to be sick. I’m not complaining about the taste just looking for some advice. I’m afraid to take it again; don’t want to get sick at work. It’s a chewable.

Hello, So, since I can't tolerate Carnation Instant Breakfast, my surgeon's office recommended that I try a water-based protein supplement like Isopure from GNC. So, I bought a bag of "Strawberries & Creme" protein powder from GNC the other day. Put simply, I'd rather drink Pepto Bismol straight from the bottle than try that Isopure garbage ever again. I specifically asked the cashier lady at GNC "which one isn't the worst?" and she recommended this flavour of Isopure. Does anyone else have any recommendations about protein drinks?

I bought some very yummy Protein2O water and it was very good. A big difference from the thick shakes. Has anyone had any experiences with protein water, and if so, what kind did you use? There is one that I found on Amazon called Trimino. I don't want to order it in bulk without knowing if it is good or not.

Ok so im trying a plant-based protein for the first time my start weight is 283 im ashamed of my body what other types can i use to lose weight i have to use 50 pounds

Hi my expert family! here in New Zealand the range of supplements on offer (like the range or proteins etc) is less. I have been looking for a chewable multi-vitamin for post surgery in 2.5 weeks - my surgeon gives a smallish pill to swallow but said it is just the basics, and when the tummy can handle it to move to Centrum. I found yesterday a centrum for kids, chewable. Orange, tastes ok. Any thoughts on whether two of these would suffice until I can swallow adult centrum?

Many customers have requested that we carry LiquaCel, ProCel & UpcalD nutritional supplements at the BariatricPal Store. We're happy to announce that they're now in stock and ready to ship! Happy New Year!

I start my liquid diet today! I am nervous about the next two weeks. Any suggestions ?

What’s the best protein shake for my mom who seems to be lactose intolerant? She has tried Orgain and Premeier but the cause has like symptoms. I’ve been reading about whey protein, is that one good? And would The bariatric abdominal binder and stomach support be a good thing for her after surgery healing wise? Thanks In advance

Has anyone tried the Celebrate 4 in 1 shakes? Multi-Vitamin, Calcium, Fiber and Protein?? I have a hard time getting everything in, is this a good solution?

Has anyone used pro-stat liquid to get your protein in? It contains 15 grams of protein is sugar free and fat free with 10 carbs in a single 1oz serving. Im having such a hard time getting any protein in because of my severe gerd and have been looking for anything that might help. Please share if you have any experience with this product. Thanks! Im 9 wks post op and have lost 50 percent of my weight but fear some is muscle loss [emoji17] Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using BariatricPal mobile app

Are you supposed to take vitamins on the pre surgery diet?

Hey guys!! I'm looking for a good tasting Protein Drink or shake that does NOT contain sucralose. What have you tried or experienced that you just really love?! Preop is January 4th [emoji16] Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

What is a Good unflavored protein powder?? And besides the obvious... protein shake and milk.. what would be useful once advanced to full liquids?

So I'm two days post op, discharged from the hospital and on my way to pick up my prescriptions and some multivitamins. I'm not a big fan of horse pills or any pills. Are there alternative multivitamins like chewables I can purchase? Not on th sweet side either. Thank you. P.S. Doc told me no gummies

Hello Peeps, I just wanted to put this out there for you guys. If you havent tried the StarKist tuna creations I would suggest them. They are only about $1 a packet and they are easy to grab and go. Only about 100 calories per packet and I can eat two packets and be very full. The salmon is also really good. a little more expensive but very convenient and filling. Just a thought.

What’s your favorite ready to drink protein? I have premier protein banana flavor which isn’t terrible...and then isopure alpine punch. I’m not in love with either of them. I know all tastes are different, but thought I’d ask anyway I’ve got plenty of protein powder choices, but not much experience with the grab and go drinks!

Hello bariatric world, I have a concern. I am about 12 days post vsg and I'm having a hard time getting the required amount of protein in. I don't have an issue with premier protein. I purchased Genepro protein to up my protein intake. I wanted to know if it's ok to add a scoop of 30g of Genepro protein to a premixed premier protein shake? I don't want it to harm me. But it sounds like an awesome thing to do and get protein intake out the way. Please let me know if it's ok to mix both proteins. Thank you

I am currently using UNjury protein powder and it does taste good, but it's $26 a tub that will only last me 5-7 days. Has anyone found a good cheaper option for protein? I have to do three shakes a day while I'm on full liquids but I think I will be able to cut back to 2 once I get to pureed foods.

Hey guys!! I'm looking for a good tasting protein drink or shake that does NOT contain sucralose. What have you tried or experienced that you just really love?! Preop is January 4th [emoji16] Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I’m 14 months post surgery, reached goal weight, very happy and healthy. I’ve just had one year blood test follow up. Every test within normal range and naturally vastly improved results than pre surgery. I don’t take any vitamin supplements. Now here’s my question. How do we know we should take vitamins if at all? My nutritionist recommended to take a multi vitamin daily for the rest of my life but to be honest I just didn’t bother. Never a fan of supplements pre or post surgery and if results are good and diet good, why take them? Thoughts and feedback appreciated.

I'm still about a month away from my Gastric Bypass Surgery and am looking at options for vitamins, I'm already on a handful of medications a couple times a day and am not all that excited about throwing a handful of vitamins into the mix. Is anyone using vitamin patches? Are they effective? Seems like an easier option but want to get some input before I buy any.

A bit of an odd question, but does anyone else have problems staying up after having their shake? Pre-op, I never even had a supplement shake. So since February, I have tried many different types (meal replacements, whey, vegan), and it always ends with me feeling super drowsy. For the first month or two, sometimes I would actually need to have a nap right after my shake. Ten months later, I can stay awake, but I feel very lethargic and just sit there, like a lump! lol When I'm at work, perhaps it is because I am distracted, but I can still somewhat function. But at home, I just sit on my couch, and can't move for half an hour or so. TMI: And often, I would…

I have been making iced lattes with my caramel or vanilla premier Protein. Now it’s getting cold I like to have hot lattes. Has anyone ever warmed up the premier protein???

Best unflavored protein powder? Not too worried about price. More worried about taste.

Hello! I finally have a surgery date after 2 years of diets, nutritionists, psychiatrists, insurance companies, and lawyers. My conversion from lapband to RNY is scheduled for November 20th. To say I'm excited is an understatement! For the last two years I've been taking a multi-vitamin, B12 (sub-lingual) and Vitamin D3 so I'm in the habit. My issue has been with getting my calcium in. At first I tried the Citracal (sp?) pills but they were hard to swallow with my lapband. Next I tried the Bariatric Advantage caramel chews but they were so chalky I couldn't stand them. Most recently I tried Solaray's calcium citrate which is this huge chewable tablet. I thought …

Here is a list I have started with web sites that give out free samples on request. Please post any other places that give out free sample and i'll add them to the list. Just contact them with your name and address and let them know why you want a free sample. They are very nice and support us surgery people. Please like, follow, and rate if this has helped you. I am updating this all the time and adding new sites. Thank you. Thanks to the people that have added to this list: - SuNMooNStaRS816 - Tink12/26 - Saffikeagan - Veruca Salt - Sylvynn Here is the list: Protein - vanilla mix and a cookie and cream mix) - Quest bar (My favorite protein bar). If they are o…

Hey all! I just got sleeved on the 15th. Came home on the 16th and today I'm allowed protein shakes, yogurt and cream soups. So my question is this...How do I get into a routine? Can some of you tell me how you did it? I want to just measure my food intake and do it that way. I cant tell when I'm full yet and dont want to over eat like I did yesterday. Please any advise will be great!!

Hello, SO for everyone who uses GENEPRO Protein powder. I have been trying to get the people at Musclegen ( the company that makes it. To help me understand their claim that 1 tablespoon of their product contains 30 grams of protein when the tablespoon itself only holds 15 grams of product. Finally after posting numerous times on their website and Facebook I emailed them directly to see if they wished to send me some product to try, under my video taste tests that I do on my blog. Well they declined and also explained about the product and its claims. This one blew my mind. They do not have 30 grams of protein in one tablespoon of product. The say that their product …

This is the only protein your coffee will ever need. Available exclusively through BariatricPal! With 4g protein and 2g carbs, ProteinFirst is the first coffee creamer for weight loss and bariatric patients that disperses completely and tastes delicious. You may have given up your favorite morning cup or dealt with a nightmare of lumps, clumps and tasteless messes. Until now. ProteinFirst has been painstakingly formulated to disperse completely in about 15 seconds, using only a spoon. The result? A creamy cup of coffee you will enjoy—filled with great-tasting, guilt-free protein. It's a cup you can feel good about, too, because there's no added sugar or exc…

My surgeon has a very strict pre-surgery diet, consisting of raw vegetables and protein shakes...for 4 weeks, for me! Ugh! I am starting this next week. I only have a few approved options for my protein shakes, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the idea of spending money on a ton of these and hating them. I also can't make them more tolerable by adding fruit or sugar substitutes or whatever. I was wondering if anyone has any experiences with the protein shakes/powders below? Please give me your opinions! Thanks! Orgain Organic Meal Advocare Meal Replacement Bariatric Advantage High Protein Shake Core Power Naturade Total Soy Meal Replacement

So I just got my surgery date set for December 8th and I am very excited and very nervous to get the bypass. One thing I have been struggling with is finding a good protein shake. For some reason I have always had a hard time drinking these. Usually get a bad stomach cramp after. This is making me very worried as this is my only source of nourishment very soon. Has any found one that they really like or maybe have been in a similar situation. Thank you for any help.

They sent me chewables by mistake and They can't take them back. Completely sealed bottles. My insurance covers them so I only pay $20 a month for all 3 - I just want to recoup my co pay. Multivitamin, iron and calcium. They are not bad tasting compared to other ones I've tried, I just don't need chewable anymore.