Question:
I want to know the best protein drinks available.
I would like ot know what protein drinks you have used. Would you recommend or not. Why? I have a very hard time with chalky and thick drinks. Thank you in advance. Gary in Delaware. — durenfam (posted on November 26, 2005)
November 26, 2005
Gary, I have tried only a couple of protein and like you said they were
chalky, I tried Isopure from GNC it is more like a kool-aid drink , lots of
protein (40 grams in a 20 oz bottle ) but I need to mix it with some ice
and juice it is kind of strong for me,I bought some Pro Performance from
GNC also, it is whey protein it is unflavored I mix it with my hot cocoa in
the morning can hardly tell it is there. That has 21 grams of protein in 1
scoop. Good luck. Pam
— sunnie
November 26, 2005
TRY, PROFECT, LESS THAN 3 OZ VIAL, 25 GRAMS OF PROTEIN. THEY HAVE DIFFERENT
FLAVORS. PROFECT HAS A WEBSITE.
GOOD LUCK,
DIANE
— DIANEH
November 26, 2005
TRY, PROFECT, LESS THAN 3 OZ VIAL, 25 GRAMS OF PROTEIN. THEY HAVE DIFFERENT
FLAVORS. PROFECT HAS A WEBSITE.
GOOD LUCK,
DIANE
— DIANEH
November 26, 2005
If you are looking only for pre-mixed drinks, I never liked any I tried. I
had the best luck with powders. Unjury has chocolate and vanilla flavors
that may be mixed with milk, and they are hands-down the best on the
market, IMO. Their unflavored is extremely versatile as a virtually
undetectable stir-in, as well, for soups, puddings, etc.
GNC's Protein 95 powders are also quite good; not gritty at all, and come
in a variety of flavors.
Good luck to you.
— Jeanie
November 26, 2005
Hi Gary,
I tried several sample of protein drinks and found them all to be chalky or
taste like medicine! I was on Herbalifes protein drink for the past 5
months for breakfast and lunch and they are great. the one I was on I had
to forgo because of too much sugar but the other two they carry are
wonderful. Both have 15 grams of protein in an 8 oz serving, with 70
calories. You mix both with water. One comes in chocolate and vanilla and
does have 1 gm of sugar and the other comes in mango/peach (my
favorite),and wild berry. You can get some free sample packs by request
from healthylivingnow.com
As you can tell I am an advocate and so glad I am using these products.
There is also a creamy chicken soup that is great! Same calories and
protein. I split the portion on everything in half and have them through
out the day. Good luck. I had my surgery on November 21st and am doing very
well so far.
Let me know if I can help you with anything else.
Deborah
— misty01
November 26, 2005
Gary, protein shakes are an acquired taste. We all have different tastes
we can tolerate. I am not sure anyone can recommend anyone to you. I
would suggest that you try to obtain samples of all that you can...There
are lots of sites that will do this for you.....Unjury does samples at PMRI
if you attend those support groups. Nectar and others can be bought in
sample size on line with Vitalady, and Susan Maria's site. They are
reasonable and the samples do help to determine what you like and let me
tell you....the pouch knows what works for you. I am a fruit juice drinker
from my post op days so I found Nectar Roadside Lemonade, Strawberry-Kiwi,
and Orange worked for me. Every now and then I will do unflavored Unjury
or chocolate but milk and I aren't really that good of friends these days.
I did sample Profect and liked the sour tasting melon vs the berry one. I
thought the berry one was too sweet. I guess I could have watered it down
but with it being premade I did want the sample to be as they want it to
taste to me. I don't think any of these drinks are chalky or thick...I
water them down 8-10 oz with fruit2o that the consistency is like a juice.
— dcox94
November 26, 2005
Hi Gary-
I tried several of the powdered and, although I can tolerate them, I really
don't like them much. Then I discovered AchieveOne bottled protein drinks.
They are a wonderful alternative to mochas and lattes, tasting very much
like the bottled Starbucks Frappuccino drinks, yet they have 20 grams of
protein, 0 grams of sugar and only 120 calories per 9 oz. bottle. They come
in four flavors: Mocha, Cappucino, Vanilla Nut, and Hazelnut Creme. I drink
one for breakfast every day, and I actually look forward to them.
Sometimes, for a treat, I'll allow myself another one later in the day.
They are a bit expensive, but I feel they are worth it. I first ordered
them from www.bariatriceating.com, then directly from the company, but my
shipments kept coming with broken bottles. I talked my favorite grocery
store into carrying them and it has been really great for me. Good luck!
By the way, thanks to AchieveOne and really using my tool, I am 11 1/2
months out, but have already reached my goal, having lost 170 lbs. Try
them!!!
— buglebird
November 27, 2005
Hi Gary, I had the same problem that you do. I just didn't like any of the
protein drinks I tried. Then I tried some samples from
bariatriceating.com. The lady on this site had RNY also & tests all
the protein drinks. She only sells the ones that taste good. Of course,
we all have different tastes. I still don't care for any of them cold, but
I have found that I like the Elite brand of protein she sells. I heat
water in my coffee pot & add just a little water at a time to make a
paste & mix until smooth. You don't want it too hot or the protein
will rubberize & lump up. I then grandually add the rest of the water
to make a cup while stirring. I particularly like Cafe Mocha &
Chocolate Mint this way. I also tried Cappuccino but it tastes too sweet
after surgery. I don't have to force myself to drink these this way. I
really enjoy these protein drinks now. The Matrix brand, Perfect Chocolate
tastes like hot chocolate & does not taste like a protein drink when
mixed this way. However, just after surgery I had a problem with lactose
intolerance & a problem with aspartame. It has concentrated milk
protein & aspartame in it, the Elite brand doesn't. I've overcome
these problems now & plan to try it again to see if it still makes me
nauseous. I had surgery on 7/13/05 and am down by 57 lbs. Also,
bariatriceating.com has great service. Everytime I've ordered the service
has been great! Good luck to you.
— Diana C.
November 27, 2005
I like the Nectar ones. Lemon Tea, Roadside Lemonade, Strawberry Kiwi.
The mix with water very easily. I put in a shaker, the protein powder
first and then add 8-10 oz water. Shake for a few seconds. I then pour
over ice. They have 21 grams of protein. I have bought them locally for
about $27 a container, and I have bought them from bariatriceating.com.
Good luck.
— Danita S.
November 27, 2005
I use Isopure, but I only can tolerate the dutch chocolate, which I mix
with Hood Carb Countdown Dairy Beverage. Both were recommended by my
certified nutritionist. The Carb Countdown is lower in sugar and higher in
protein than milk, and together with the Isopure gives me 60 grams of
protein in six ounces! You get used to the taste after a while, but it is
NOT my favorite drink.
— Novashannon
November 27, 2005
Unjury is the way to go. I use to recommend trying different samples, but
have come to realize that I should suggest Unjury first. It is hands down
the best out there. I prefer chocolate best, but the unflavored is trully
unflavored and you can add it to so much, it is terrific! www.unjury.com
— TheresaC
November 27, 2005
Gary- I have spent so much money on different protein drinks. They only
I've found that I really like is by Advocare. They have Chocolate, Berry
and Vanilla. I've seen on vitalady.com that you can get samples.....this
might be another way to go.
Good Luck!
Kelly
— Kelly B.
November 27, 2005
Hi Gary, Sorry I gave you the wrong email address. Must have been way to
late to be posting. It is:
[email protected]
You can get samples of some great protein drink mixes as well as soups. I
know you would love them.
Deborah Spencer
— misty01
November 27, 2005
Gary-
I had a really difficult recovery post surgery and wasn't able top tolerate
most protien drinks. What finally worked was Nectar brands and Matrix
vanilla. They are smooth and light. Not thick at all. It took a team of
post gastric bypass specialist to stabilize me including a endoronologist.
And they recommeded those brands. Mixing Matrix with lowfat milk or lactose
free mix also stablizied some of the nutritional challenges I was
personally having.
I get my products from www.bariatriceating.com prices are great.
— ppaige
December 3, 2005
Hi Gary in Deleware. This is Alison in Idaho here. I had open rny in sept
of 2003. I have used several kinds but I have found that 100% whey protien
mix from GNC is the best for me. I too do not like anything chalky. There
are several flavors of course but I use the vanilla or french vanilla. It
most certainly is not thick. It does not require using the blender and I
like that the most!!!
If you have any questions as you head down this journey please just give me
a shout.
alison in Idaho
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