So I got tired of the Protein drinks...the smell, the taste, everything...and got turned on to Visalus...it has a great taste with many different recipes to try...I use it for my Breakfast and sometimes dinner...depending on how full I am feeling...I am 3 weeks out today. I have lost a total of 35 pounds including pre-op and 20 of that is post-op. Just thought I would throw this out there...it may help more people who are tired of the Protein Drinks and need a change with still getting protein in.

http://Browne0304.bodybyvi.com/challenge

I agree they taste great but are soy protein, not whey, and my doc does not recommend.

What's the difference between the whey and soy Protein?

2013 is my year....SD 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

I agree they taste great but are soy Protein, not whey, and my doc does not recommend.

that's incorrect. Visalus is a tri-blend of protein. So 3 different types or protein - yes one of those is soy. However, it's specially processed to remove isoflavones that can impact estrogen - so it's not a problem for those who worry about figroids, etc. You can research more of this to find out the exact process.

The shakes seem to be a little lower in protein grams than other shakes, but it's a much better blend. plus, look at the sugar. less than 1 gram of sugar. i was looking at some of the shakes that many people post about drinking and they are drinking 20 grams - 200 grams of sugar! WHAT!?!?!!? plus low fat, low sodium, gluten free and lactose free.

i dont know if these shakes are good for bariatric patients. i hope so because i have my surgery on the 21st and love these over about anything else. either way, the comment of them being only soy protein is incorrect, and the little soy that IS used isnt your typical soy.