Protein bars great but OMG wind problems

Hello everyone     

Although my surgeon did not suggest any protein supplements wre necessary (just loads of vitamins, etc), I jumped on the bandwagon and bought some Maximuscle Protein Bars.   (Seems everyone from the U.S. has been instructed to supplement).

They are pretty tasty and filling - except had major issues with wind every time I've had one.   Wondering if it's just the brand I've chosen.  Anyone else have experience with this?

Oh you poor thing!! Yes-I am familiar with this issue. I believe they could have sugar alcohol in them-which is sometimes even WORSE for us than sugar.

If you look up the technical name for Alcohol sugars-and check your protein bar, I suspect you will see that is the issue.

See if you can find ones that have VERY low sugar AND little or NO sugar alcohol!!

Peace and HI!!
T

Thanks Miss Redd - you DO know your stuff!
Checked the label on my bars and they contain "maltitol" - a sugar alcohol.  I have now made a list of the other names for it (listed below for anyone that may be interested)  and will carry that in my handbag when shopping for other bars.  

Thanks so much for the info!  

"Sugar alcohols are carbohydrates which are also called "polyols". Part of their chemical structure resembles sugar, and part of it resembles alcohol -- hence the confusing name. Examples of common sugar alcohols are maltitol, sorbitol, isomalt, and xylitol."

The US people seem to be told to take more supplements than we are (although I am banded not RNY so it is different for me).

Do they have artificial sweeteners like sorbitol? Excellent for bowel movements but oh the wind!!

Kate

The bars may have "sugar alcohol" as the sweetener.  This is something that gives absolutely dreadful gas!

I use something available online:  Devrom.  This won't prevent gas, but it does eliminate the "stinky" stuff.  You might see if you can get it online in the UK.  Try some antacid to remove the gas itself.

Good luck!