What are BULLETS?

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on 2/22/08 10:41 pm - Center Ossipee, NH
HELLO,         What are these bullets i am hearing about?                     Condensed protein?
wendy_fou
on 2/23/08 2:39 am - AR
Protein bullets are vials (usually 2.9 to 3.1 ounce) of predigested liquid protein.  GNC sells one called "Protein Slam".  It is 2.9 ounces and has 27 grams of protein, 100 calories, 0 fat, 0 carbs and 0 sugar.  It comes in peach or fruit punch flavors. 
http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2742347&cp&sr =1&origkw=protein+slam&kw=protein+slam&parentPage=search

GNC also sells one called "ProSlam".  It is pretty much the same as "Protein Slam" except that it also comes in Lemon Lime flavor in addition to fruit punch or peach.  
http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2910153&cp&sr =1&origkw=protein+slam&kw=protein+slam&parentPage=search

There is one called "Protica" or "Profect".  It is 2.9 ounces and has 25 grams of protein, 100 calories, 0 fat, 0 carbs and 0 sugar.  It comes in Blue Raspberry Swirl, Cool Melon Splash, Fresh Citrus Berry, Grapefruit Mango, Fuzzy Peach Nectar, Orange Pineapple, Ruby Melon Twist and Passion Fruit.  
http://www.protica.com/store/

There is one called IDS New Whey 25.  It is 2.9 ounces and has 25 grams of protein, 100 calories, 0 fat, 0 carbs and 0 sugar.  It comes in Fruit Punch Swirl and Blue Raspberry.  
http://www.discountanabolics.com/p/ID13

There is one called IDS New Whey 42.  It is 3 ounces and has 42 grams of protein, 176 calories, 0 fat, 2 carbs and 0 sugar.  It comes in Fruit Punch Swirl, Blue Raspberry, Orange and Grape.  
http://www.fitnessfirstusa.com/catalog.asp

Personally, I want the most bang for my buck, so I get the IDS New Whey 42.  I have tried Fruit Punch and Grape, but Orange is my favorite (mixed with orange crystal light it tastes like orange juice so I drink it for breakfast).  I don't really like Raspberry, so I doubt I'll ever try it.  I mix the fruit punch, grape or orange with like-flavored crystal light.  If you mix it with 16 or so ounces of that, you can't even taste it.  It is the ONLY way I can get in all my protein, so I use them every day.  It gives me peace of mind that I won't run into protein deficiency and it is REALLY working for me. 

Good luck! 
Dave Chambers
on 2/25/08 1:00 am - Mira Loma, CA
One word of caution about the 42 gram protein bullet. Your body can only absorb about 25 grams of protein at one time. Therefore, the 42 gram bullet would be better suited to taking it in 2 doses. Othewise you're wasting $$. I think these are more than $3 each too.

Dave Chambers, 6'3" tall, 365 before RNY, 185 low, 200 currently. My profile page: product reviews, tips for your journey, hi protein snacks, hi potency delicious green tea, and personal web site.
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wendy_fou
on 2/25/08 7:35 am - AR
The maximum protein absorption per "dose" is a myth.   However, I do usually drink half mine in the morning and half in the afternoon because I have found that steadily getting in protein throughout the day (as opposed to a big dose at one time during the day) works better for me.   But sometimes I'll drink the whole thing at once (in the morning first thing) if I feel like it.  There has never been ANY study or documented evidence of ANY kind that there is a maximum number of protein grams our body will absorb per "meal" or "drink" or "dose" before it just stops.   This myth about maximum protein absorption has been discussed here before by the RDs and it is a total myth!   PS... They are NOT over $3 each unless you order from somewhere that charges out the behind for shipping.  I order my New Whey 42 vials by the case from www.fitnessfirstusa.com where there is a flat shipping charge of $6 regardless of how big your order is.  This is important because liquids are so heavy.   I usually order 4 cases of orange flavored New Whey 42.  There are 12 vials in each case (for a total of 48 vials).  Each set of 2 cases is $54, so 4 cases is $108.  When you add in the $6 shipping charge, that total comes to $114.   $114 / 48 vials = $2.38 per vial PLUS, they've also let me pick 1 or 2 free gifts every time I have ordered.  They give you different choices every time.  I have gotten to try some of their protein bars for free this way.  I have gotten free blender/slurpie bottles this way.  They also send you their magazine free with each purchase.  Also, every dollar you spend earns you bonus bucks back for future purchases.  Not only that, but for every 3 people you refer that name you as the one that referred them, you get $50 off your next order.  (If anyone wants to order, PM me for my name if you want to.) 
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