I see that there are different kinds of Proteins, which one are you supposed to take during the liquid phase: Protein isolate, concentrate, or blend? And are the protein shots allowed during this phase?

Thank you for taking the time to answer,

Paola

I see that there are different kinds of Proteins, which one are you supposed to take during the liquid phase: Protein isolate, concentrate, or blend? And are the protein shots allowed during this phase?

Thank you for taking the time to answer,

Paola

My proteins have always been a blend of isolates...some whey, some egg, some soy, some milk...I didn't use shots because I heard they were mostly collagen which is not a good protein source. What does your nutritionist say, or your surgeon's guidelines? They all have their particular likes/dislikes.

i was told just any form of whey protein, so i just have been looking for one that isnt so sweet

Avoid those protein shots. It's not a good source of protein at all.

Avoid those Protein shots. It's not a good source of protein at all.

I would not say the protein shots are "not good at all"... If a person is having difficulty with food, and needs to get in protein and liquids the shots are a source. Our bodies may not totally absorb the complete protein that comes from the concentrated shots, but our bodies will absorb some, and some is better than not at all when you are going through a rough time with foods or protein levels. Check with your doc &/or nut, I questioned this about 2 months ago after reading a post on this forum and both agreed that some is better than none, the protein shots are a source of protein.

I would not say the Protein shots are "not good at all"... If a person is having difficulty with food, and needs to get in protein and liquids the shots are a source. Our bodies may not totally absorb the complete protein that comes from the concentrated shots, but our bodies will absorb some, and some is better than not at all when you are going through a rough time with foods or protein levels. Check with your doc &/or nut, I questioned this about 2 months ago after reading a post on this forum and both agreed that some is better than none, the protein shots are a source of protein.

I was thinking of the shots just in case I was having a hard time with liquids right after the surgery, I just decided on the surgery a few days ago and want to be as well informed as can be

My Proteins have always been a blend of isolates...some whey, some egg, some soy, some milk...I didn't use shots because I heard they were mostly collagen which is not a good Protein source. What does your nutritionist say, or your surgeon's guidelines? They all have their particular likes/dislikes.

Don't really know what he says yet, just decided on the surgery a few days ago and haven't yet met my doctor. But I can ask my nutritionist, just as soon as I get hold of him, its my dad

IMO, the Protein "shots" should only be used in the case that the person cannot tolerate any other form of protein. They are much lower on the quality scale. Again though it is better than no protein at all!

However if you can stand them, whey Proteins or proteins made from milk or eggs are your best bet. Good luck!

I was told the only type of protein I should have is Whey Protein Isolate as that is what is best absorbed in the body.