Protein shots/tubes

Karen M.
on 4/4/12 12:34 am - Mississauga, Canada

Hello friends,

Public Service Announcement:

I've seen quite a few posts lately about these protein shots and tubes. Despite the fact that the ingredients *list* whey protein, the MAIN SOURCE OF PROTEIN IN THESE IS COLLAGEN.

Collagen, which is derived from animal fat, skin, hooves, etc.... UGH.... is NOT an appropriate source of protein for WLS patients.

Please choose wisely!

Karen

Karen

Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/

hobbithands
on 4/4/12 12:39 am - Brussels, Canada

RNY on 05/30/12

Thank you for the heads up, I was going to start looking into them for after.

(deactivated member)
on 4/4/12 12:40 am - Canada

RNY on 07/27/11

Thanks, Karen.

These are far TOO tempting to buy. 45g [or whatever the amt] of protein in a little shot...why not?! But if it's not doing you any favors [no absorption] then you're wasting money.

Hanneli xoxo
on 4/4/12 12:57 am - Sudbury, Canada

RNY on 10/30/12

wow that is good to know! I figured it was ok, because i think the person who mentioned them was told by their nutritionist to buy them??

Karen M.
on 4/4/12 1:12 am - Mississauga, Canada

RNY on 03/21/06

Don't get me started on nutritionists vs. registered dietitions. lol

They recommend them because they are high in protein. Just not the right KIND of protein, which many seem unaware of.

Karen

Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/

Hanneli xoxo
on 4/4/12 1:17 am - Sudbury, Canada

RNY on 10/30/12

I just re read the thread and notice she said it was a post op (someoone in recovery??) not the nutritionist..

So does its tate on them that they are collagen? I didnt look very losely, just noticed them, picked it up, looked at the price and filed it in my brain for future referance..

Karen M.
on 4/4/12 1:21 am - Mississauga, Canada

RNY on 03/21/06

Yes - it will list all of the kinds of protein in it. If collagen is first - AVOID! Companies have started calling them "whey protein shots" but they contain the *tiniest* bit of whey. It's a marketing ploy.

Karen

Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/

Hanneli xoxo
on 4/4/12 1:22 am - Sudbury, Canada

RNY on 10/30/12

Good to know. This is in my memory bank now :)

Mary A.
on 4/4/12 12:57 am, edited 4/4/12 1:00 am

I used liquid protein bullets for almost 3 months and it helped me while I was looking for a protein powder that I could stomach after trying close to 14 different types.

I didn’t suffer any long term adverse effect and it did NOT slow down my progress in any way.

I am not saying it’s the best choice…

BUT it’s better than absolutely NOTHING~!!

respectively submitted

prior to surgery 323lbs....4 years post-op maintaining between 108- 114 lb loss.

life is AMAZING when you continue on the right path~!. Use your surgeons gift to the fullest~!

Mary
surgery done in Duluth, MN