This Whey or no whey

sixone
on 9/16/08 1:15 am - Clifton, VA

I’m so confused about PROTEIN products being sold on the various websites. They say they have large amounts of protein, but what kind of protein? Is it soy – milk – whey, and does it matter? After a consultation a nutritionist who is connected with my Bariatric doctor, I was told I need at least 60 grams a day of protein from meat, milk, eggs etc. (which I find very difficult since I’m eating less these days). And I could supplement with liquid protein, only if it was 100% Whey protein. The mess with mixing the whey powders and the inconvenience of it all has taken a toll on me so I tried the liquid versions. The ingredients of New-Whey, Atkins, and Pure Protein and are milk protein not whey protein and they taste pretty bad. And what is Pre-Digested Protein - yuck! Have you found a big difference between the Proteins – Or is protein protein. Is one just as good as the other?

Tam
on 9/16/08 1:37 am - Richmond, VA

RNY on 04/25/05

I have found a difference and use Whey protein as directed by my surgeons office. I use Unjury, Any Whey and Sport Pharma Whey for most of my uses. They are all fairly priced and easy to mix. I also buy the meal replacements from Bariatric Advantage. They come in a shaker bottle and all you do is pop the top and add water. If you like "fruity" flavors, Nectar is good but I personally don't like it as much as the others. I could probably direct you as to where to order or receive free samples of some of the proteins. Let me know!

Tammy C

down 260+ pounds and loving life more than ever!!!
proud mom to Kara 12-08-1994 and our newest addition Claire Makenna born 03-26-09 weighing 6 lbs 13 ounces and 19.25 inches long and very healthy. happily dating...i honestly never knew it could be this good! there is that special Guy for everyone out there...either you already have him or you will find him when He is ready for it!

open RNY 04-25-2005

Life could not get any better than this!

sixone
on 9/16/08 1:46 am - Clifton, VA

Lap Band on 09/26/06 with

Thanks for the information - Haven't heard of 'Any Whey or Sport Pharma' - I'll have to try them

Tam
on 9/16/08 2:29 am - Richmond, VA

RNY on 04/25/05

Any Whey is sold at Vitamin Shoppe and is the ONLY protein that withstands heat/cooking/baking. I add it to a lot of foods.

Sport Pharma Whey is sold at Costco in a huge canister for $20.00. One jug lasts me six months.

Tammy C

down 260+ pounds and loving life more than ever!!!
proud mom to Kara 12-08-1994 and our newest addition Claire Makenna born 03-26-09 weighing 6 lbs 13 ounces and 19.25 inches long and very healthy. happily dating...i honestly never knew it could be this good! there is that special Guy for everyone out there...either you already have him or you will find him when He is ready for it!

open RNY 04-25-2005

Life could not get any better than this!

cleo66
on 9/16/08 1:57 am - VA

RNY on 06/18/07

Any Whey is unflavored and is good added to food such as yogurt and cottage cheese to boost their protein. It is stable and can be used to cook with, too.

Pre-digested protein just means the amino acid chains have been broken so they are shorter and more readily absorbed.

I found the ready to drink versions a bit pricey and still use the whey protein powder mixed with FF milk for breakfast. I bought 16 oz Rubbermaid shaker bottles, mix the drink before I leave home, refrigerate it at work, then drink it after I finish coffee. One scoop of powder (27 g protein) in 6 oz of milk gives you half of your daily requirement of protein. Even with the small amount of food you can eat now, you should be able to get in another 30 g between snacks and meals.

Good luck!

vagirl00
on 9/16/08 5:29 am

RNY on 09/19/07 with

It can be confusing, and everyone has different tastes. After trying many of them, I have settled on Unjury proteins. They can be found at unjury.com. I hope that helps. :)

Cindy

5'9" 347/200/186/180

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.

....Helen Keller

caroline2622
on 9/16/08 9:01 am - Woodbridge , VA

VSG on 09/30/08 with

Know you mean by confusing.... Doing my shopping list for post op .. Make your cross eyed.....

Unjury was good but sweet. Great idea to mix with puddings... will try that..

I am a fruity person... Just tried today the Nectar Fuzzy Navel --- Tasted just like a peach..
Vitamin Shoppe has Nectar on sale...

Have not tried the Isopure products yet.... Anyone tried them ?

vagirl00
on 9/16/08 10:10 am

RNY on 09/19/07 with

Yes, I have and liked them a lot for several months post op. I used the Isopure bottled drinks....just check, because some have carbs. You may find that post op, your tastes will change. You might want to just try samples (companies like www.BariatricEating.com have them) to get an idea of what you would like, but don't be surprised if things change after the surgery. Not sure why it happens, but I think a lot of WLS patients experience it. :)

Cindy

5'9" 347/200/186/180

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.

....Helen Keller

caroline2622
on 9/16/08 10:52 am - Woodbridge , VA

VSG on 09/30/08 with

Thanks I will check the site out.

Ms Court
on 9/16/08 9:45 pm - Remington, VA

RNY on 11/30/05

Whey protein is the best for us because we absorb it better. I always like Isopure Zerocarb Dutch Chocolate. Mixed with some milk. Good luck finding some you like.

Courtney 305/155/150/225 high/goal/low/current
**The devil has put a penalty on all things we enjoy in life. Either we suffer in health or we suffer in soul or we get fat...Albert Einstein **

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