is this ok for me? I seem to like it. Its good with Water and low fat milk. Heres the nutrition value: I am having surgery on 2/28 and want to make sure this is good for me and will give me the Protein that I need

Twice a day, combine 1 scoop (35 g) with one cup (8 fl. oz.) of water or skim milk mixed in a blender or shaker or mix with a spoon. Blend thoroughly until dissolved.

Calories listed below are calculated for dry powder.

Serving Size 33 gramsServings Per Container 13Amount Per Serving % DVCalories 130.00</B> 2% Calories from Fat 15.00 0% Total Fat 1.50 g</B> 12% Saturated Fat 0.00 g 1% Trans Fat 0.00 g</B> 0% Cholesterol 0.00 mg</B> Sodium 290.00 mg</B> Total Carbohydrate 3.00 g</B> Dietary Fiber 0.00 g Sugars 2.00 g Protein 25.00 g</B> Vitamin A 0.00 IU 0% Vitamin C 0.00 mg 0% Calcium 60.00 mg 6% Iron 4.50 mg 25% ** Daily Value (DV) not established

Other Ingredients: Supro® Brand Soy Protein Isolate, Acesulfame Potassium, Natural Flavors, Salt, Sucralose, Fructose, Artificial Flavor

No Artificial Color, No Wheat, Yeast Free, No Gluten

Storage Instructions: Store in a cool dry place.

Significant product settling may occur.

Warning: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.

Contains: Soybeans and Milk

This is one of the Protein drinks I used alot initially. I still use it some but I have gone to mixing them with Water. I am getting plenty of calcium and don't need the additional calories.

My surgeon didn't allow me to have this the first few days out of surgery since I could only have Clear liquids.

My son is a personal trainer and is studying nutrition for certifications. I have been reading about the Protein suppliments in the manual he has and it says to avoid soy Proteins at all costs. The reason? It is the lowest quality of protein suppliment there is. You body will not absorb much of what you are ingesting, leaving the bulk of it to rot in your colon. The best form of protein is whey protein.

I posted some a good portion of the protein section in the food forum. Here is the link for that.

http://lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=14199

Also, there are protein isolate drinks out there that are more expensive but well worth the money. Here is a link with information about the isolates:

http://www.bodybuildingforyou.com/health-nutrition/whey-protein-powder-1.htm

The Whey concentrates are pretty good. You can count on absorbing about 80-90% of the protein in them, while soy proteins will probably only give you 20% absorbtion at best.

Good luck in your search for one that's right for you.

any recommendations on what to get? GNC is conveinent for me

Finding the right Protein for you is usually a hit and miss thing. Don't buy too much at a time until you find one you like. Many of them taste like nasty. Look for a whey or whey isolate that you can tolerate.

Concentrates (powder form) have 20% to 80% purity, with the remaining consisting of fat and lactose. So it could be 20% protein, and 80% fat and lactose; usually the case when not specified in a product. If the concentrate consists of mostly protein, it usually states so in the label.

Isolates have a purity of 90% and up—can only have 10% or less consisting of fat and lactose. Except for Soy Isolates – You should avoid Soy Isolates at all cost.

I would say go with either of these as long as they are of a good quality.

I'm upset to hear abou he soy, because I just bought two big containers of it.

The whey irritates my stomach and irritable bowel.

Is there any other alternative?

p.s. Is there a protien drink out there that DOESN'T give you gas? :-p

p.s. Is there a protien drink out there that DOESN'T give you gas? :-p

Here is an excerpt from my post which quotes the Personal Trainer Certification studies that are accredited by NESTA (National Endurance & Sports Trainers Association):

Because of the types of Protein contained in most if not all protein supplements (with the exception of Proto Whey or any other protein that is micro peptide protein complex from extreme hydrolyzed whey protein fraction), a maximum of 30% of its content can be absorbed by the duodenum or proximal bowel (where all protein is absorbed by the human body). The remainder goes on to the large intestine where it rots and creates gas and GI discomfort. If you are getting gas and discomfort from your protein supplement, you can be certain that it is a low quality protein that your body cannot break down and therefore cannot absorb.

That makes complete sense. Do you have any suggestions on a high quality protien for those who are lactose intolerant?

Well, I did some online research on lactose free whey Protein supplements and there seems to be a wide variety available. I would just apply the same standards when picking one. Make sure you're getting a high percentage of protein and not just crap.

While I was reading one article, I came across this.. thought you all might find it interesting too. I might post it in a new thread.

Thanks Susan, I'll look into it for sure.

For some reason, no matter what brand or kind I drink I feel sick after drinking it.

I have bought the vanilla Whey protein from GNC and it is pretty good. The salesperson recommended the vanilla over the other falvors because you can add other stuff to it when you get sick of just vanilla. He suggested things like...peanut butter, Strawberries, blueberries, bananas, Kiwi, I have even added sugar free capachino mixes to mine. I have also bought the chocolate one from Walmart and I really like it. Now I just buy the ready made ones by advant edge that are carb control. They have 100 calories and 15 grams protein.