To be honest I am not meeting my protein goals. Not even close. Maybe at around 30-40 grams a day. But the weight is coming off slow, like 1-2 pounds a week, so I just try to eat healthy and don't worry about the protein lacking. Am I hurting myself? Would the weight lost be faster? I'm scared to eat more! Why do we need so much protein? Would love your advice, explanation, personal experiences. Thanks

Where can you buy the premier brand shakes at? I want to try those since there is more Protein in every shake! Also the Biotin where can you get that? I am only 2 days post op but I love reading what everyone has to say!!

I buy Premier Protein at BJ's.....12 pack for $17.99. They are my favorite. GNC has biotin sublingual ....sometimes buy one get one free!

I was thinking of buying the Syntrax nectar at Vitamin shoppe..which flavor is your go-to flavor?

I wonder if they have sample packets to try out?

They do have single serving packs but kinda hit or miss on flavors at least at my store..you can order single serve packs on their site also so you can try before buying big container...I use vanilla bean torte in sugar free vanilla pudding it taste like cake batter lol

You should be able to find biotin anywhere that sales supplements, I know they have them a Wal-Mart, and Rite-Aid pharmacy.

They do have single serving packs but kinda hit or miss on flavors at least at my store..you can order single serve packs on their site also so you can try before buying big container...I use vanilla bean torte in sugar free vanilla pudding it taste like cake batter lol

I will definately try that!

Check this out guys and gals; what do you think? I'm going to start taking this 2 week before surgery and after. 1oz if 15 grams of protein! I thought this was GREAT! Is there anything better out there?

Medical Nutrition USA ProSource No Carb - Orange Cream - 32oz

Oh, $43.00 - $36.00 dollars. Not too bad.

http://www.firstoptionmedical.com

Check this out guys and gals; what do you think? I'm going to start taking this 2 week before surgery and after. 1oz if 15 grams of protein! I thought this was GREAT! Is there anything better out there?

Medical Nutrition USA ProSource No Carb - Orange Cream - 32oz

My Nut list staes 100% whey or soy Protein isolate

Not sure about the hydroloyzed collagen?

I'm not an expert on supplements by any means.

Hopefully someone else chimes in

My Nut list staes 100% whey or soy Protein isolate

Not sure about the hydroloyzed collagen?

I'm not an expert on supplements by any means.

Hopefully someone else chimes in

You are correct...collagen is junk protein for us. There is an awesome thread, I think on the nutrition forum, that explains the science of why collagen protein is a waste.

Milk by-product protein is what we need post-op...whey, caseinate, etc.

~Kat

I'm surprised by the "I only lose 1-2 pounds per week" comments...that's all I lose, and I'm very pleased with it. How much do you think you're supposed to be losing?!?

Thanks! I'm going to check the premier protein out! I do boost or slim fast and I would need 6 shakes a day I could barely do 3 for pre op!

Check this out guys and gals; what do you think? I'm going to start taking this 2 week before surgery and after. 1oz if 15 grams of protein! I thought this was GREAT! Is there anything better out there?

Medical Nutrition USA ProSource No Carb - Orange Cream - 32oz

Do you drink this straight, or mix it with Water?

I eat the Adkins protein bars. Premiere bars have lots of calories and carbs . I love the chocolate shakes

Unjury Chicken soup is lovely-I cannot tolerate protein shakes at all so was pleased to enjoy the protein soup

Whats a good all in one Vitamin to take? I just came on this forum because a friend recently had some concerns. But I've actually learnt a lot just going through all your posts and stuff. THANKS GUYS!