Question:
Kashi protein drink

I have 4 weeks to go until my WLS and am getting together my shopping list. I'll be on liquids for 2 weeks and have read much about protein drinks and suppliments. I love Kashi cereal and know their protein drinks are quite yummy. Is that an okay one to buy? I'm lost in trying to figure out which ones are good or bad for my new to be tummy!    — Colleen S. (posted on October 13, 2002)

October 13, 2002
I don't have an answer to your question, but I did want to wish you good luck on you surgery in four weeks!!
   — Monette L.

October 13, 2002
I haven't heard of this one. My general rule is to look at the label and check for grams of sugar. I try to stay under 12-15g of sugar with most everything I eat. Hope this helps.
   — Jenni K.

October 13, 2002
Colleen, I just got back from the healthfood store,wish i would have read your question first, and done the research. I did pick up a Kashi protien drink, (pre mixed) but put it back down. I cant recall the exact numbers, but it was too high in carbs in my opinion. Just my two cents, something to consider. Take care, Denise
   — Nene B.

October 13, 2002
Too many carbs. Try Real Meals low sugar, low carbs, 60 grams of protein, plus over 40 other vitamins and nutrients including lean mass stimulators to prevent sagging skin and biotin to keep your hair. Go to www.protein-solution.com
   — Linda A.

October 13, 2002
I have to speak out now. First, Colleen. Kashi has too much sugar. You can find a better protein supplement. Linda, you seem like you are advertising this Real Meals stuff. I've seen you post before. It might be a good source of protein, but to say it prevents sagging skin and hair loss is just plain false advertisement.
   — Lisa N M.

October 13, 2002
Colleen, two of my favorites are Metrx APM 60 and Isopure Zero Carb (premixed in a glass bottle). The APM 60 comes in a pouch that you mix with 16 ounces of water. That makes a thick shake. I divide it into 2 servings. Each serving of 8 oz is loaded with vitamins and minerals and tastes great (I love the doubleshot chocolate)! The 8 oz serving contains 30 grams of whey protein, 2 g fat, 4 g carbs, 1 g of sugar, and only 150 calories. The Isopure is like a juice and comes in several flavors- all have 0 g fat, 0 g sugar, and 0 g carbs. A 20 oz bottle provides 40 g of whey protein and between 160-195 calories, depending on the flavor. You can also buy the Isopure Zero Carb in the powdered form. I get the Isopure directly from ISOPURE.com and the Metrx APM 60 from vitaminshoppe.com. Good luck on your journey!
   — LLinderman