Protein drinks (ranting, you can just ignore me...)

sleevegirl
on 5/30/11 10:58 am - Austin, TX

Hi Elaine - I did look at that one (I have insane notes about this stuff LOL) and the problem I saw was that it was only 15 gram of protein (rice protein) in 8 oz serving for 100 calories. It seemed low, although maybe I can add some of the unflavored stuff to it.. I might order some samples or try to find some and see what that looks like (tastes like, whatever).

Yes, it's frustrating. It's basically become a reason to laugh around here though... I mean, seriously. The good news is that almost all are dye free (we are a dye free household as well).

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Elaine2
on 5/30/11 11:09 am - Atlanta, GA

VSG on 04/26/10

You're right about the ratio of protein to calories. But, if it's OK with your surgeon, I wouldn't worry too much about calories in your pre op and post op liquid phase. It's protein and fluids that's the most important.
So if you could find a product to mix with water/flavorings or something to make it taste OK you should be alright, I think.

sleevegirl
on 5/30/11 11:15 am - Austin, TX

VSG on 06/21/11

Yeah, they want me to get in 70 grams of protein after surgery and 64 oz of water. That's a lot of protein. I dunno. I'm frustrated tonight, but tomorrow is another day... pick myself up by my bootstraps and move on... I'll call the NUT if I've not figured it out by Friday.

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Ms Shell
on 5/30/11 11:03 am - Hawthorne, CA

VSG on 11/26/07

I believe Jay Robb makes an Egg Protein powder...

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.) It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

sleevegirl
on 5/30/11 11:06 am - Austin, TX

VSG on 06/21/11

Yup, I've ordered samples of their whey and egg protein powders (tonight actually). Fingers crossed for at least a LIGHT vomit taste. ;) Something. Anything. I'm starting to think "tastes good" is probably not in the cards, but...

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5'6" / HW 375 / SW 355 / CW 150 / Maintaining 155-159 - Goal Reached! 225 Pounds Lost

sarytyr
on 5/30/11 11:45 pm - Round Rock, TX

VSG on 02/17/11 with

I think that Jay Robb Whey protein is among the smoothest powders out there and I like that it doesnt' contain any artificial colors or sweeteners. I think there is much less of a protein powder taste to them as well.

~*Sandy*~ Ht 5'7" HW 262/SW 254/GW 160/CW 155

sleevegirl
on 5/30/11 11:58 pm - Austin, TX

VSG on 06/21/11

Thanks... someone else said something similar. I ordered samples last night and someone else told me HEB Plus' here in Austin have them so hopefully I can tolerate them. Thanks!!

Candy from Austin, TX | Website | MyFitnessPal | My OH Blog

5'6" / HW 375 / SW 355 / CW 150 / Maintaining 155-159 - Goal Reached! 225 Pounds Lost

sarytyr
on 5/31/11 12:13 am - Round Rock, TX

VSG on 02/17/11 with

I use the individual packets and found them at Vitamin Shoppe. I only use 1 a day now (except weekends) and buy 3 of each flavor which lasts me for 2 weeks. Much easier to use than the canisters for me.

~*Sandy*~ Ht 5'7" HW 262/SW 254/GW 160/CW 155

Jackie00
on 5/30/11 11:16 am

apparently you can get tofu in the liquid form, add some berries is what I was told...

sleevegirl
on 5/30/11 11:17 am - Austin, TX

VSG on 06/21/11

Tofu is soy... LOL... that's a great idea though!

Candy from Austin, TX | Website | MyFitnessPal | My OH Blog

5'6" / HW 375 / SW 355 / CW 150 / Maintaining 155-159 - Goal Reached! 225 Pounds Lost

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