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on 2/26/10 4:28 am
on 2/26/10 4:28 am
Topic: RE: 10 Day Diet starting today
Chike is one of the better ones. I don't think there is going to be a protein shake that tastes "good" because there is no fat, no sugar or nothing we've come to associate with being good.
I mix mine with coffee and at least enjoy the buzz.
My sage advice and this is not meant to be mean, just telling you something you need to know-is get over the search for "good" for some things. If you have to, think of it as medicine- but whatever you have to do, drink your protein shakes as you are told to.
Not getting in your protein is the first and most common step for failure.
Also-use your noodle on some of those recipes. If you add a bunch of milk and other goodies (tons of fruit) to get something tasty, remember you are adding calories. Adding protien to a milkshake is not making the shake healthier.......OK, we know I'm a big Sbux lover-and I do have their Smoothies-but I look at it as a lesser evil than french fries-it's still junk.
This is one of my pet peeves of all time-so I am trying to answer your question as well as share what I've learned. The other thing-look out for those YUMMY protein balls made with peanut butter-some of them work out to worse than a candy bar.....LOL.
I mix mine with coffee and at least enjoy the buzz.
My sage advice and this is not meant to be mean, just telling you something you need to know-is get over the search for "good" for some things. If you have to, think of it as medicine- but whatever you have to do, drink your protein shakes as you are told to.
Not getting in your protein is the first and most common step for failure.
Also-use your noodle on some of those recipes. If you add a bunch of milk and other goodies (tons of fruit) to get something tasty, remember you are adding calories. Adding protien to a milkshake is not making the shake healthier.......OK, we know I'm a big Sbux lover-and I do have their Smoothies-but I look at it as a lesser evil than french fries-it's still junk.
This is one of my pet peeves of all time-so I am trying to answer your question as well as share what I've learned. The other thing-look out for those YUMMY protein balls made with peanut butter-some of them work out to worse than a candy bar.....LOL.
Topic: RE: 10 Day Diet starting today
Good Morning!
Pam T here on OH has some awesome protein recipes. They are listed on her blog at www.pamtremble.blogspot.com
Many of her recipes take vanilla protein powder and then she adds flavorings(SF of course), etc to make the protein drink better. I would highly recommend adding her as a friend as she has great info.
For her recipes, just substitute our protein brand powders from Dr Keith or Nelson's program(s). For the vanilla chai tea, I use the chike vanilla protein. It is an awesome recipe.
I have found I rarely drink the protein drink just mixed as is. I typically make a protein coffee (decaf of course) or protein chai tea from Pams blog.
Just some ideas that might help! Hang in there...it will all be worth it!
Leah
Topic: RE: 10 Day Diet starting today
Hello!
I am having lap band with Dr. Keith on March 5. I am on day 4 of pre op diet. And yes not really crazy about the protein drinks myself. But I am noticing that my taste buds are getting more used to them and they are getting a little easier to drink. I have the Chike and a sample pack of Matrix, to me the chike is a little more sweet. On day 4 not so worried about protein intake as much of lack of caffeine. I had no idea how addicted to caffeine I am, its not settling well today! Anyway, wish you well with you surgery.
Lisa
I am having lap band with Dr. Keith on March 5. I am on day 4 of pre op diet. And yes not really crazy about the protein drinks myself. But I am noticing that my taste buds are getting more used to them and they are getting a little easier to drink. I have the Chike and a sample pack of Matrix, to me the chike is a little more sweet. On day 4 not so worried about protein intake as much of lack of caffeine. I had no idea how addicted to caffeine I am, its not settling well today! Anyway, wish you well with you surgery.
Lisa
Topic: Hi all!
Hello, My Name is Lisa and I just wanted to post and introduce myself. I am having lapband with Dr. Keith in Norman on March 5. Really excited to begin this journey. Hopefully spending lots of time on this board for support.
Topic: RE: Where to buy SF syrups?
Oh, and it was the DaVinci brand SF syrups.....$4.99 per large bottle (the same size as the one from Sams)
Amaretto is DA BOMB! I tried it this am in my coffee....yum!
Amaretto is DA BOMB! I tried it this am in my coffee....yum!
Topic: RE: Where to buy SF syrups?
Deb and everyone,
I went into TJ Max last night and they have sugar free syrups right now. They have SG Hazelnut, Amaretto, french vanilla. I paid $4.99 per bottle.
(large bottle)
The store I went to last night was the one on NW expressway.
Anyway, for anyone in that area that needs some SF syrups....now you know!
Happy Friday!
Leah
I went into TJ Max last night and they have sugar free syrups right now. They have SG Hazelnut, Amaretto, french vanilla. I paid $4.99 per bottle.
(large bottle)
The store I went to last night was the one on NW expressway.
Anyway, for anyone in that area that needs some SF syrups....now you know!
Happy Friday!
Leah
Topic: RE: 10 Day Diet starting today
'mornin. Don't know about Chike. Is this a protein? This is glendacraigo in Prattville, AL and I am one year (March 6) out of my surgery and would do it again today. Have lost 104 pounds and am 70 years old. If the Chike is protein, I am using the Whey Protein powder from WalMart. Once scoop twice a day. Vanilla can be put in your drinks, soups, oatmeal, 'bout anything. I have a cup of coffee in the am with one scoop and packet of splenda. Wonderful filler too. Stay with the Y. As long as you go when doctor says you can and stay with it, it won't dwindle your energy. Activity stays positive. Follow directions to the letter and you will be fine. Have a wonderful, blessed day!
'mornin. Don't know about Chike. Is this a protein? This is glendacraigo in Prattville, AL and I am one year (March 6) out of my surgery and would do it again today. Have lost 104 pounds and am 70 years old. If the Chike is protein, I am using the Whey Protein powder from WalMart. Once scoop twice a day. Vanilla can be put in your drinks, soups, oatmeal, 'bout anything. I have a cup of coffee in the am with one scoop and packet of splenda. Wonderful filler too. Stay with the Y. As long as you go when doctor says you can and stay with it, it won't dwindle your energy. Activity stays positive. Follow directions to the letter and you will be fine. Have a wonderful, blessed day! Most Active
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