Protein and stuff

[Frenchie1977 262]

Ok so I am new here and just beginning this process. I have a limited income so my 6 months of appts will be spent saving money for all the supplements I will need for a while. I have been reading allot of posts and I was wondering what is Isopure, is that a Protein Drink and if not what are the best no fuss Protein Drinks to consider.

[reree6898 1,164]

Isopure is a Protein drink but many people can't tolerate it after surgery. Many say it's too sweet. Be cautious and don't over buy because what you may like now can very well change after surgery. Many people get the premiere Protein Shakes from costco or SAMs because it is cheaper there. I tend to order my Calcium from Amazon because I can get the big bag of 90 for around $35 and it will last a month and a half. After the first few months I haven't had a need to supplement with any protein shakes as I am getting enough from the food I eat. I use the flintstones complete chewable vitamins (2/day) along with the calcium and a b complex from the drug store and my labs are perfect.

[Hretan01 29]

Be careful what type of Protein powder you choose also, many contain heavy metals in them. Do your research.

Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

[Dub 9,972]

Trust and believe that you'll be saving money post-op.

You'll only eat three small meals per day and it'll mainly consist of the meats you already eat, but none of the side dishes. The portions will be 1/4 cup in size and working up to a full cup by 6 months and beyond.

The Vitamins can be expensive, however, my surgeon was okay with Flintstones chewables with Iron, B12 chewable and calcium citrate chewable. Shop around for best bulk pricing.

[LizHobbs 27]

I'm taking VitaminB12 liquid but it is sweet :-(,Biotine , and regular complex of Vitamins and minerals in pills. No Gummy bear Vitamins prohibited but I guess I can do the Flinstones chewable. What Calcium are you all taking? If I can I would like to have all liquid but like I said my Vitamin B12 is very sweet I don't think I will be able to have that after surgery.

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App