What is your favorite Protein drink? Do you prefer powers or RTD? Where do you buy it?

Sorry for all the questions, but I am desperate to find a protein I like before surgery. I have tried a few, including the Isopure RTD and they are NASTY!

I would love to be able to buy a bunch of samples. I just hate the idea of spending money on a huge tub of something that I will only end up hating.

Thanks all!

Kelsie

Daisy,

I'm with you on the Premier Nutrition chocolate Protein shakes. Pretty darn good (like chocolate milk) for 160cal and 30g of protein. Bought some last week and have been using them for a snack. Even my picky husband likes them.

the premier are so convenient. I do use others that I mix with half water and half hood carb countdown milk. I like my stuff very chocolatley, so the hood choc. milk really adds to the flavor.

If you want to build muscle, always consume a power drink that is rich in whey Protein and carbohydrates after your workout and include it in your weight training diet.

Try using the following drink for your post workout meal.

? cup low fat yogurt

1 scoop(2oz) vanilla natural whey Protein powder- 30 grams protein

1 tbsp honey

1 ? cup low fat or 1% milk

1 cup orange juice

5 grams creatine monohydrate

Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Includes: 590 calories, 45 grams of protein, 93 grams of carbohydrates, and 6 grams of fat.

What is your favorite Protein drink? Do you prefer powers or RTD? Where do you buy it?

Sorry for all the questions, but I am desperate to find a protein I like before surgery. I have tried a few, including the Isopure RTD and they are NASTY!

I would love to be able to buy a bunch of samples. I just hate the idea of spending money on a huge tub of something that I will only end up hating.

Thanks all!

Kelsie

Kelsie:

I like Jay Robb Whey protein powder, chocolate. You can try individual portion packets. Purchase online, or at various health food stores.

Quick question:

Did anyone test flavors before surgery and then find out after surgery that their tastes had changed??

Thanks!

Quick question:

Did anyone test flavors before surgery and then find out after surgery that their tastes had changed??

Thanks!

Everything has changed for me. I used to be able to down most Protein shakes but now I can't stand them.

I use/love the chocolate Nectar powder for shakes or to add to greek yogurt. I also use the Nectar cappuchino to add to my coffee. It has 90 cal/23 grams protein/0carbs. I also use Anywhey unflavored protein that I add to soups. As for rtd- I LOVE LOVE Choc. monster milk. Its yummy and sold at Vitamin Shoppe or GNC that I know of:)

Quick question:

Did anyone test flavors before surgery and then find out after surgery that their tastes had changed??

Thanks!

My tastebuds changed significantly for about 4-5 months.

I couldn't tolerate anything sweetened with aspartame. Crystal lite and all that stuff was completely out for me.

I had to find stuff sweetened with Splenda. food didn't taste good for good long time. But, it was just temporary.

What is your favorite Protein drink? Do you prefer powers or RTD? Where do you buy it?

Sorry for all the questions, but I am desperate to find a protein I like before surgery. I have tried a few, including the Isopure RTD and they are NASTY!

I would love to be able to buy a bunch of samples. I just hate the idea of spending money on a huge tub of something that I will only end up hating.

Thanks all!

Kelsie

Hi Kelsie, I love my Protein Powder from Bariatric Advantage. . to me they taste really good. . . you can find them on the Bariatric Advantage website and they sell sample packs so that you don't buy a bunch of tubs of stuff you don't like. . . good luck. . .

I am so excited. I bought the smalled thing of a Whey protein powder to try that I could find, and I can 'make do' - but I am not thrilled. It is unflavored and I am adding fruit, Greek yogurt (vanilla) etc. It is thick and still, even unflavored, doesn't taste great....BUT, I came across a sample size envelope of a new one yesterday and it is really good. It's egg white protein....I got chocolate and added about a TB of Smuckers natural peanut butter, five ice cubes and four oz. of the vanilla Greek yogurt. It it kind of like a Reeses cup! Good enough you might PAY for it! I found it at Whole Foods, it is by Jay Robb and has no sugar but 24 grams of protein! It comes in vanilla and strawberry as well.

Well guess what there is natural whey protein powder for women and for the most part it is the exact same as protein for men. The human body needs protein no matter if you are a man or a woman.

I am so excited. I bought the smalled thing of a Whey Protein powder to try that I could find, and I can 'make do' - but I am not thrilled. It is unflavored and I am adding fruit, Greek yogurt (vanilla) etc. It is thick and still, even unflavored, doesn't taste great....BUT, I came across a sample size envelope of a new one yesterday and it is really good. It's egg white protein....I got chocolate and added about a TB of Smuckers natural Peanut Butter, five ice cubes and four oz. of the vanilla Greek yogurt. It it kind of like a Reeses cup! Good enough you might PAY for it! I found it at Whole Foods, it is by Jay Robb and has no sugar but 24 grams of protein! It comes in vanilla and strawberry as well.

How many carbs are you getting in the vanilla yogurt? If you switch to the plain yogurt, and add a little stevia if you need it sweeter, you can eliminate the carbs.

How many carbs are you getting in the vanilla yogurt? If you switch to the plain yogurt, and add a little stevia if you need it sweeter, you can eliminate the carbs.

9 gr. is what is in the Greek yogurt I am using - is that a lot?? I am so glad you asked!!! Tell me what a lot is. I am not sure what to look for, even though I have not had surgery yet, I am watching the carbs, but neither my husband or I are sure WHAT is considered a lot.

Also, about the Stivia, I have used it and like it but currently I am using something called Sun Crystals, it is stivia and cane sugar. 5 cal. per packet. Is that something I should give up after surgery?

Thank you in advance!

I have the Isoflex vanilla (which I love in tea), chocolate, and chocolate Peanut Butter. The Vanilla and Chocolate are ~eh~ with milk, but mix up very well in a smoothie with some frozen fruit, although that with the milk is more calories and carbs than I like to have from a drink.

By far, my favorite has been nectar. It mixes with Water, goes down very well, and tastes good! I love the Fuzzy Navel and strawberry Kiwi flavors. If I make them with 10-12 oz of water instead of 8, they're not so sweet (plus I get more water :001_tongue: ).

9 gr. is what is in the Greek yogurt I am using - is that a lot?? I am so glad you asked!!! Tell me what a lot is. I am not sure what to look for, even though I have not had surgery yet, I am watching the carbs, but neither my husband or I are sure WHAT is considered a lot.

Also, about the Stivia, I have used it and like it but currently I am using something called Sun Crystals, it is stivia and cane sugar. 5 cal. per packet. Is that something I should give up after surgery?

Thank you in advance!

I switched from sun crystals when I found the pure stivia packets...no need to be eating sugar at all! It stimulates the pancreas to produce insulin, so you feel hungry. It can sabotage your weight loss, so Erase those 5 calories! My doc recommends under 60 grams of carbs per day. It adds up, so every little bit you can avoid is a good idea.