Question:
Pre-mixing protein drinks

   — Tigs (posted on August 9, 2007)

August 9, 2007
I was always told to drink your protein drink right away. I believe it loses it's potency. But maybe you can call the manufacturer and ask. Good luck!
   — Cira S.

August 9, 2007
Generally the drinks do NOT lose the protein value that quickly. The bigger concern over a time period of 5 days is the possibility that bacteria could grow. Because a recipe you make is "handled" more than say, milk in a jug from the store, the risk is a bit higher. It would be very important to be sure your fridge holds things *consistently* below 40 degrees F. It might be safer to only do one-to-two days at a time. That is what we recommend to our customers. Kind regards Jerome UNJURY Protein
   — UNJURY

August 9, 2007
My nutritionist told me that after you mix your protien drink,it should be consumed within 24 hours, because it will loss potency.
   — Mary H

August 9, 2007
I don't know about potency, but it sures does look wierd after 24 hours. It seems to separate, change color, and even taste different. Since my "test", I've alway mixed it fresh every time.
   — Patricia R.

August 10, 2007
I was always told to drink any protein drink you mix yourself within an hour or so of making it. Premixed drinks can be take awhile to consume.
   — KRWaters

August 10, 2007
First off, EW! Who would want it??? Secondly, this is a fast way for you to lose interest "because it tastes awful" excuse. HELLO, you can mix up a batch for a day if you have to but for a week??? gimmee a break....yikes! lol
   — LouAB

August 10, 2007

   — Tigs

August 11, 2007
At our last lap-band support meeting this same question came up. Our NUT said that Ungury protein only last mixed for 48 hours. She said that she checked with the company and they told her this. I would suggest that you call the makers of the brand that you use and ask them the question about how long their protein powder will stay potent after it is mixed. Good luck and God bless.
   — saints1

August 12, 2007
I always consume my drink within 30 minutes. That is what the mfrs have recommended, due to the bacteria issue, as well as loss of a smidge of potency. Why take a chance? Maybe you could make up your formula for TWO days, and then add the protein powder to your serving as you need it? Making anything up for 5 days makes me kinda nervous. Even resealed, it's not the same as it was before it was open on your counter, while being assembled, KWIM?
   — vitalady

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