Wanted:Protein Powder for shakes suggestions

charjames
on 1/30/13 1:38 am - PA

RNY on 10/30/12

I'm 3 months post-op & have tried several different protein shakes- I like the Pure Protein ones that have 23g Protein, 110 calories, 1g sugar. I'm thinking about switching to a protein powder (recently got a Vitamix & eager to make stuff). any suggestions on brands? If you could include where you get them from and ball park price, that would be great! Thanks so much!

nfarris79
on 1/30/13 1:43 am - Germantown, MD

RNY on 04/13/11

I usually buy the Nectar Sweets (e.g. Vanilla Bean Torte, Chocolate Truffle) at Vitamin Shoppe for around $35 for 2lb tub. I'd recommend buying sample packs to decide what flavors you like - Vitalady.com, BJBariatrics.com, etc.

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Lori F.
on 1/30/13 1:47 am - St. Clair Shores, MI

RNY on 12/27/12

Finest Nutrition from Walgreens was about 22 for a 2 lb tub. Really smooth taste. Can't drink it anymore though because it is too sweet for me, but I loved it before surgery. They often have it buy one get one 50% off too, plus the rewards points add up.

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Michelle H.
on 1/30/13 1:47 am

RNY on 01/24/13

I like the Unjury powder. Chocolate, Unflavored,and Chicken Soup. The Strawberry is just ok, but I will use it up. I also use the premier protein shakes and really like those as well.

Transformation
on 1/30/13 1:52 am - Centennial, CO

RNY on 11/12/12

I like body fortress from walmart isolate whey vanilla cream .its around 21.97 for 2 pounds tub. I like the taste for the price. Also , it has 30g protein per scoop.

HW 331 SW 305

alrac75
on 1/30/13 2:12 am - MI

RNY

Uckele Nurtition They have a website...the shakes are Bariatric approved...and AMAZING! 23grams of protein...and tasty!

Check it out.

-C

RebeccaElise
on 1/30/13 2:20 am - Quincy, MA

I second the recommendation for the Syntrax Nectar Sweets. I've tried the strawberry mousse, vanilla tore and cappuccino flavors and like them all. I drink the vanilla the most because it blends into other things really well. I've found the best prices at amazon, but I have amazon prime membership and never pay shipping. YMMV.

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losing-lisa
on 1/30/13 2:26 am - Stevens Point, WI

RNY on 10/31/12

I also like the Nectar brand protein powder. My favorites are the Cappuccino Latte, Vanilla Bean Torte, and when I want something a little lighter, the Strawberry Kiwi flavor (it's more like Koolaid)...Everyone's tastes are different though, so I agree that you should try to get some samples before buying a tub of it! My bariatric support group is having a "protein tasting" meeting next week - I can't wait to try other protein flavors to see how I can add more variety!

Lisa K
Post-op RNY - 10/31/2012

Stephanie M.
on 1/30/13 4:54 am - Los Angeles, CA

RNY on 06/24/11

I drink Trutein with milk. You have to order it online (as far as I know), but it tastes like a milkshake. I loveeee them and have to only let myself have one a day LOL

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