Question:
How long is a mixed protien drink good???????

I need to know how long after you mix up a protien drink is it good. I know protien will start to break down, but how long???? I usually mix a dink up 8oz and sip it down, usually will take me an hour (I am pre-op) I plan to only mix up 4oz after surgery...but want to know....how long do I have to get it down with out loosing any of its protien value??????    — jennap (posted on June 21, 2003)

June 21, 2003
I have read on here that it starts to lose its protein value after 30 minutes but I haven't seen any research to support this...JR
   — John Rushton

June 21, 2003
Yes, I've heard the same thing as John...1/2 hour. You'll be fine with mixing up half a shake as a new postie...you probably won't be able to get down a full shake for a few weeks anyway. Good luck!
   — Leslie F.

June 22, 2003
Since I don't like MOST protein drinks, I try to drink it all as fast as possible. Usually I drink 8 oz within 10-15 minutes.
   — Peggy D.