Show of hands....how many folks only eat special foods marketed to Bariatric Patients? For example, Bariatric Choice, Bariatric Advantage, ProtiDiet.... I'm just wondering if it's worth the investment or is it just as good as picking and choosing foods from the local grocers. I do use a protein powder, but I it from WholeFoods and it has 4g of carbs, 32g of protein and 80 cals and it's usually around $22 per container. Lasts about 6-8 weeks.

For my supplement Protein, yes I use the bariatric powders (unjury and Bariatric Fusion). But I do mix it with RTD EAS CarbAdvantage or Adkins shakes, which are not. I can get away with using only half scoop making the tub last twice as long. I've just been using these so long I don't go anywhere else. They taste good too and like the way they make me feel.

I was getting my Calcium chews from Bariatric Advantage but don't need to anymore since I can swallow whole pills now.

I do!

Every day I drink two Pantry Selections hot chocolate (15 grams Protein each), Pantry Selections maple brown sugar oatmeal and Synthrax nector sweets Protein Powder.

I find it to be an easy way to ensure I'm getting in all my protein. PLUS, I travel weekly for my job and it's very convenient to travel with prepackaged foods.

All are available thru mybariatricpantry.com

Don't have many bariatric products over here in the UK, so I am relying on body buiding protein powders and whatever my supermarket sells.

I use the unjury Protein powder. But I also use one from GNC. I use regular Vitamins.

Lynda

It may not be necessary, but I splurge on the bariatric-formulated vitamins because it's my understanding they're made of the most absorbably versions of each nutrient. I buy the Unjury protein powder because I like the way it tastes. I also buy treats for myself from places like dietdirect, things like the protein pudding mixes because they're tasty and easy, and I don't think I could find something that would be similarly low-carb in a store.

I don't buy any special bariatric products. When I was still using protein powder, I used Nectar unflavored for a while and then switched to GNC brand. However, I now get all my protein from food and I buy regular vitamins/supplements.