Question:
Has anyone ever taken Pro Complex Muscle Builder Protein Powder

My doctor wants me to start taking this Twice daily...with each serving being 2 scoops at 53 grams of protein and 250 calories. Has anyone ever done that.    — Christine A. (posted on June 19, 2001)

June 19, 2001
All Pacific Bariatric patients must use Pro-Complex before and after. Some other places like Alvarado never have you touch the protien drinks. Depends on each individual surgeon. I say its about 50/50 on ya or nay. Don't try the strawberry. I prefer vanilla so you can mix it with everything, peanut butter, frozen bananas, fruit, yogurt, get the picture? Chocolate is chocolate no messing with it. Bottoms up
   — Crystal B.

June 19, 2001
I pre-loaded protein (not this brand) before my revision. It is an excellent idea. However, the 30g rule still applies. If it was my money on the line, I'd do 1 scoop 4X a day and get the full benefit of it.
   — vitalady

June 20, 2001
Hi Christine. I'm a new post-op, 2+ weeks now, and I use Pro-Complex. I drink 3 servings per day using only 1 scoop, not 2, per serving. While I was a pre-op I learned that our bodies cannot absorb more than 30g of protein from one serving. Therefore, it would have been a waste of money to use 2 scoops. So far, I've only tried chocolate, which I like. Good luck.
   — ellton