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From VST I've learned that there is quality Protein and so so protein -- I had no idea before coming here!

I've tried a number of Protein shakes and a few protein powders (Syntrax Nector and Prescriptfit) and the only one that I can really stomach are the Atkins shakes. Does anyone know if they contain a quality protein or a low grade?

I ordered a bunch of samples from Unjury but I have a feeling I'm not going to fare much better with those based on what I've read here.

Thanks!

Dana

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I really had a time finding the ingredients for the Atkins lines.

After reviewing them I would say if you just can't stomach whey, these would be a reasonably good alternative.

I also learned of another shake today. It's Jay Robb, it is egg based and stacks up pretty well in Protein quality.

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I really had a time finding the ingredients for the Atkins lines.

After reviewing them I would say if you just can't stomach whey' date=' these would be a reasonably good alternative.

I also learned of another shake today. It's Jay Robb, it is egg based and stacks up pretty well in Protein quality.[/quote']

Can you share what you found about the Atkins shakes/powder?

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Can you share what you found about the Atkins shakes/powder?

Unfortunately it's bad news for you Louise, Atkins gets its Protein from milk concentrate, soy, & gluten. Milk being the primary ingredient.

Soy & gluten are both incomplete Proteins, but since neither are the primary I think that it is a reasonable option for most people.

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Unfortunately it's bad news for you Louise' date=' Atkins gets its Protein from milk concentrate, soy, & gluten. Milk being the primary ingredient.

Soy & gluten are both incomplete Proteins, but since neither are the primary I think that it is a reasonable option for most people.[/quote']

Bugger! But thanks for the quick response.

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Says right on the pack "made with High Quality Protein" these I can stomach. Gastric Sleeve in March 2022 had a leek and could not tolerate Protein Shakes. I went 2 months on Jello, crystal light, and Protein gateraid. YUCK! I'm only now starting to get back in to drinking my shake b/c I just can't "eat" enough. A few bites and I'm done. I'm really loving this Mocha Latte flavor. Want to try some others!

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I used to love Premier Protein before surgery.... Not I hate it. too sweet for me.... I have the Atkins Chai or Atkins coffee. Not the most amount of Protein but it tastes good to me .

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6 hours ago, Veritas34 said:

I used to love Premier Protein before surgery.... Not I hate it. too sweet for me.... I have the Atkins Chai or Atkins coffee. Not the most amount of Protein but it tastes good to me .

Add a Protein booster to them and that should help get the amounts up closer to where you need them to be.

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On 8/19/2022 at 1:00 AM, SleeveDiva2022 said:

Add a Protein booster to them and that should help get the amounts up closer to where you need them to be.

Protein Booster? Can you give me an example ? Thanks!

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On 8/27/2022 at 6:32 PM, Veritas34 said:

Protein Booster? Can you give me an example ? Thanks!

I’m assuming she means to add Protein Powder to them.

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