protein shakes

Part of my diet recommendations made by my surgeon to help with weight loss was to drink 2-3 protein shakes a day and for dinner eat a very sensible meal consisting of 4oz of lean protein and 1/2 cup of veggies or a prepackaged meal such as a lean cuisine or smart one as long as it's under 300 calories and 40gm of carbs. 

The high protein meal replacement shakes they recommended is Bariatric Advantage. They said a bag will last me about 2 weeks so when I order it get 2 to last the month. My husband kinda freaked out at the cost of each bag....like $70. I don't mind spending the money because when u think about it I probably spend $140 a month easily on breakfast and lunch daily while at work. But what concerns is if I get it and dont like it I would hate to waste the money. 

Can I get some opinions about the type of protein shakes you guys drink??? Thanks in advance 😊

Honestly I don't think it makes that much difference.  I get in 100 grams of protein a day, at least.  That is usually 2 shakes a day plus food.  That is about 2 canisters a month.  I buy Walmart for $15, Body Fortress.

They say whey isolate is the best but I can't afford much more then the $30 I already spend on protein.

I don't know if your doctor has a financial interest in your purchase, like selling them from his office, but I doubt you would be able to tell the difference between the $15 can and the $70 bag.

Body Fortress makes a whey isolate.  I buy mine at Walmart for $22.00.  It only comes in vanilla and chocolate flavors.  The label looks a lot like the regular formula but it has the word Isolate in large letters across the front.

Like the reply above, I also ge in about 100 gram daily with shakes and food.  I've also used the same Walmart brand as well and it was a great protein source and great price.  The last couple of years I've switched to Premier Protein.  It's an equally great protein source and price.  I use it now for the ready to go convenience.  I blended all of my Body Fortress shakes, but the Premier comes in already mixed boxes.  I get them at Sam's, Costco or BJ's for about $18-$24 for a 12- 18 count box.  At 30 grams per serving, it's a winner with a great taste.

Keep it moving!!

JJ

Contact BA and ask if you can get a sample before you buy two bags.

I prefer ready to drink shakes and I use Premier Protein.  I get them from Walmart or Walgreens.  It is usually between $1.50 and $2.00/shake (sometimes there are sales and/or coupons). They are 30 g of protein/11 ounces.  I would spend way more than $4.00 on two meals. Good luck!

The Vitamin Shoppe has samples of protein powders for $2 that you can try before you buy a big bag or container. That's what I did. My favorite ended up being Jay Robb brand chocolate whey powder. But Nectar was also good. Hopefully you have a Vitamin Shoppe in your area.

I agree with getting samples from BA and Vitamin Shop as mentioned above.

I went to GNC and bought Protein Maxx - 120 calories, 4 carbs and 20 g protein.  They'll make you a sample shake if you ask.  Think it costs about $27.  

For recipes, check out Eggface's site -- loads of recipes for shakes, etc.

I've tried an insane number of shakes and my favorites are Nectar and premier protein. Do try the samples -- 

Thanks for all your replies!!! Definitely going to request some samples from BA and hit up Vitamin Shoppe