PAM ~~ Protein Drinks

Melissa - Full liquids includes protien shakes.  As long as the sugar content in these is not too high (you have to be really careful this soon out.) you can probably use them.  Just a warning though, it will take you FOREVER to finish a 14 oz. serving.  It will make you feel very full.  There is a definite difference going from full liquids from clear.  Kathy

Thanks, Kathy! I guess they will go over my options tomorrow? Do you recall what you liked/were able to have for protein on full liquids?

Hi Melissa,   The GNC 50 Gram Slam will be good for you with only 4 grams of sugar and 50 grams of protein!  But it is something that may take you most of the day sipping on at only one week out. If I'm not drinking it in coffee, I drink it over ice because I love my cold drinks REALLY, REALLY cold!  The cost is $3.49 a can here in Spartanburg, which I complained about, but my hubby pointed out that I paid more for that for a meal and that this was a meal for me and something that my body NEEDS now.   ALSO if you are a member at GNC you can use your gold card and get 20% off the drinks. I buy them by the case.   Good luck, I hope you like them. I'm sure Dr. Bour will give you some good suggestions also. God Bless, Debra

So they have only 4 grams of sugar, but do they have sugar alcohols? I can't get near sugar alcohols they kill me, so I can't use a lot of things that everyone else seems to love. I still use Unjury now that I can tolerate the taste. I'm getting ready to start back using prostat  before my plastics just to increase my protein intake. It's not because I love the stuff but I need a way to get the protein in without a lot of calories. Let me know about the sugar alcohols. Hugs! Mary

Hi Mary,   There's no sugar alcohol.  That sends me running to the bathroom LOL! I hope the label shows up below. God Bless, Debra Serving Size  1 can(s) Servings Per Container  12 Amount Per Serving   % DV Calories    240.00     Calories from Fat    10.00     Total Fat    1.00 g   2%  Saturated Fat    0.05 g     Cholesterol    40.00 mg   13%  Sodium    140.00 mg   6%  Total Carbohydrate    8.00 g   3%  Sugars    4.00 g     Protein    50.00 g   100%  Vitamin A    0.00 IU   0%  Vitamin C    0.00 mg   0%  Calcium    1200.00 mg   120%  Iron    0.36 mg   2%   ** Daily Value (DV) not established † Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.  Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on  your calorie needs:    Calories: 2000 2500  Total Fat Less than 65 g 80 g    Sat. Fat Less than 20 g 25 g  Cholesterol Less than 300 mg 300 mg  Sodium Less than 2400 mg 2400 mg  Total Carbohydrate   300 g 375 g    Dietary Fiber   25 g 30 g  Calories per gram: Fat 9• Carbohydrate 4•Protein 4

Other Ingredients:  Water, Milk Protein Concentrate, Acesulfame Potassium, Whey Protein Concentrate, Natural Flavors, Carrageenan, Cellulose Gum, Sucralose, Cellulose Gel Storage Instructions:  Store in a cool dry place. To maintain freshness, refrigerate after opening. Warning:  Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction. Contains: Milk GNC GUARANTEE Use any GNC supplement for as little as 10 days. If you are not 100% completely satisfied, return the unused portion of the product with proof of purchase to your GNC store for a complete refund of your purchase price. No questions asked! GNC QUALITY COMMITMENT GNC is the leader in the development and manufacture of dietary supplements, committed to producing the highest quality products available. This commitment begins with quality designed supplement formulations. Every raw material that goes into a GNC supplement is guaranteed as to quality and potency. Each product is dated and then shipped immediately to our stores, so you can be sure you are purchasing the freshest supplements available. At GNC, we extend our quality commitment to you by offering our money-back guarantee.For more information: 1-888-462-2548 SHOP NOW @ GNC.COM Distributed by: General Nutrition Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 MADE IN THE USA

I just checked out the website - www.gnc.com - & they've got a BOGO sale on the 50 Gram Slam going on.  I don't know about shipping costs, but this sounds like a pretty good deal! Thanks, Debra - I'm definitely gonna check this out before surgery (9/12/07)!!!!  Can we say HALLELUJAH! I'm open for any and all suggestions, too! {{Hugs to all}} Hellen