Protein powder samples?

Jeff Z.
on 5/24/12 7:14 pm - Canada
DS on 06/05/12
 I'm just curious is places like GNC or Popeyes either give out or sell sample sizes of various protein powders?  I've never stepped into either store before.

Essentially I don't want to buy something without knowing whether I'm going to like it.

Completely new territory for me as I did not have a problem consuming enough protein through normal food options with my VSG, but with my DS coming up I'll need alternatives to get in the necessary amount on a daily basis.

I know a fair amount of people seem to do the Starbucks stuff, but I'm not a coffee drinker, and surprisingly I don't even think there is one in my area if I were, heh.

Any guidance is appreciated.

Also if anyone cares to share their favourites that would be great.  If it helps, when I did Opti-fast years ago I preferred the chocolate over the vanilla ten fold!  I could not stomach the vanilla.  So I'd assume that chocolate flavours will likely be ideal.

At any rate thanks in advance for any responses.

P.S.  Surgery still appears to be on track for June 5th.  The hospital called today to confirm a couple things and open a file.  

HW: 750  ConsultW: 735  SW: 701  CW: 395  GW: 235 
App: January 2009  re-App: March 2009... OHIP suspends DS, works on proposal with Cleveland Clinic  Surgery: October 8th 2009  (8 month process)
Revision to DS on June 5th, 2012.

(deactivated member)
on 5/24/12 8:21 pm - Canada
Popeyes does give samples & I've found my local Popeyes is very familiar with WLS patients so that really helps.

Also some people have posts about DynaWhey. They also offer free samples by mail. I think you have to pay for shipping though.

My fave protein powder is Weider Soy. Chocolate is the only one I can stomach and this one tastes like chocolate milk. I buy it at Shoppers and/or PharmaPlus.

I'm also a fan of the Premier Protein shakes from Costco.
Megan M.
on 5/24/12 8:45 pm - Canada
GNC doesn't give samples, but they do have an excellent return policy.  If you don't like it, just return it for a full refund

Had RNY surgery July 22/11, St. Joe's Hamilton, with the awesome Dr. Scott Gmora.  Had abdominoplasty August 2/13, Scarborough, with equally awesome Dr. Michael Kreidstein.

Brenda T.
on 5/24/12 8:57 pm - Oshawa, Canada
RNY on 05/14/12
Get out, really?  I just bought some there and I don't like it.  Is it their policy or are you special? lol
Thanks for you help.

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Megan M.
on 5/24/12 10:09 pm - Canada
Although I like to think I'm very special, it's really their policy!  I've never had a problem returning things that I don't like.

Had RNY surgery July 22/11, St. Joe's Hamilton, with the awesome Dr. Scott Gmora.  Had abdominoplasty August 2/13, Scarborough, with equally awesome Dr. Michael Kreidstein.

Brenda T.
on 5/24/12 10:37 pm - Oshawa, Canada
RNY on 05/14/12
I think you are pretty special too.  Thanks for the info.

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happypants
on 5/24/12 8:47 pm - Ottawa, Canada
I'm in Ottawa and the Popeye's here doesn't give out  sample packs but does whoever allow you to sample in store. I love this about Popeye's. What tastes good before surgery doesn't necessarily taste good post op

All the best June 5th

Ann

 

In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.

Surgery July 22, 2011  Starting weight 270  128 lbs lost  Today's weight 142 lbs                 Ann       

 
                                                   

  

Jeff Z.
on 5/25/12 12:52 am - Canada
DS on 06/05/12
 Hi Ann,

I appreciate the response.  I've already had the stomach portion of the surgery and I can't see my tastes changing again with just the intestinal portion being done now, but I guess you never know.

Now I just have to hope there is a Popeyes that is local to me.

Sent from my iPhone

HW: 750  ConsultW: 735  SW: 701  CW: 395  GW: 235 
App: January 2009  re-App: March 2009... OHIP suspends DS, works on proposal with Cleveland Clinic  Surgery: October 8th 2009  (8 month process)
Revision to DS on June 5th, 2012.

Brenda T.
on 5/24/12 8:58 pm - Oshawa, Canada
RNY on 05/14/12
I can't answer your question but I wanted to say I am so happy your surgery is still on track.

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Lizzie54
on 5/24/12 9:42 pm - Canada
Popeye's will let you sample in the store, but not give out packets of free samples.  BTW, they have customer employee appreciation days today and tomorrow - 15% off.

Hope to make it there tomorrow!
Liz   
        
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