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Pure Protein Shakes
"Pure Protein Shakes are the only high protein, low carbohydrate, low glycemic and low fat shake. The Low Glycemic Index rating means no insulin spikes, no fat storage and no sugar crashes, just 35 grams of readily absorbed, high quality protein to build lean muscle tissue. Banana is terrific, Chocolate and Vanilla are tasty, Strawberry isn't my favorite but is good. Do NOT shake the can prior to drinking! Gently roll or flip the can over a few times - gently! Shaking will cause the can to spray when opened."

Delete - Protein Ice
"If I ever licked my armpit after I put on anti-perspirant, Protein Ice is what I imagine it tastes like. Although it might have great nutritional value, if you can't stomach it, what is the point?"

Perfect Zero Carb
"If I ever licked my armpit after I put on anti-perspirant, Isopure is what I imagine it tastes like. Although it might have great nutritional value, if you can't stomach it, what is the point?"

Building Blocks CoQ-10
"Coenzyme Q-10 is a powerful antioxidant, when provided with other antioxidant vitamins and minerals, and is important in helping to facilitate tissue repair and postoperative recovery. Highly recommended to gastric bypass surgery patients for at least six months after their surgery."

Essential Chewable/Tablet Package
"Daily Convenience Packets contain one dosage of all your Building Blocks daily capsules (with the exception of Iron; contains Multi, Calcium and CoQ-10) in a single-serving packet. Just three packets per day will give you your daily vitamin regimen."

B-12 Sublingual Spray Spearmint
"Vitamin B12 deficiencies are common with gastric bypass because the small gastric pouch does not produce intrinsic factor necessary for Vitamin B12 absorption. Studies have found that B12 supplements of 100 to 350 micrograms (mcg) [Building Blocks multiple contains 200 micrograms] is effective in preventing deficits in up to 95% of patients. Some patients, however, may also need or prefer to take Vitamin B12 shots monthly (1000 mcg) or to use Vitamin B12 sublingually (under the tongue) to prevent deficiencies. Deficits in B12, if left untreated, can cause a number of health problems."

Iron 30mg Tablets
"Iron deficiencies occur with gastric bypass surgery because the surgical procedure bypasses the portion of the gut that absorbs iron. Iron should be taken for life and in a form that is readily absorbable. The most absorbable forms of supplemental iron are fumerate or iron chelate. Long-term studies have found that the risk for iron deficits following gastric bypass surgery are NOT reduced over time and may occur even with iron supplementation."

Multiple Vitamin Capsule
"Building Blocks Multiple contains a multivitamin & mineral capsule that, if taken daily as recommended, contains vitamins A, E, D, C, niacin, biotin, pantothenic acid at 100 to 250% the recommended daily intake (RDI), chelated minerals at approximately 100% the RDI, folic acid at 200% the RDI, major B-complex vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, pyridoxine) at amounts up to 800% the RDI, and Vitamin B12 at 200 mcg which is 3333% the RDI, an amount reported to prevent Vitamin B12 deficiencies in the majority of gastric bypass patients. FOLATE Folate deficiencies have been reported in 20% to nearly 40% of bariatric patients. Folate deficits occur with gastric bypass because the portion of the gut responsible for much of the absorption of this B-complex vitamin has been bypassed by the procedure. Folate deficiencies can increase the risk of heart disease, cause anemia, and interfere with the body's ability to produce energy. Taking folate at an amount 200% the RDI is effective in both the treatment of folate deficiencies and its prevention."

Calcium Citrate Chewable
"Similar to iron, calcium deficiencies occur with gastric bypass patients because the procedure bypasses that portion of the gut where iron is most readily absorbed, and because the stomach pouch produces little or no acid necessary for optimal calcium absorption. Calcium supplements are, therefore, required of the gastric bypass patient, and is most effective in the form of CALCIUM CITRATE -not calcium carbonate or phosphate or coral calcium. For optimal absorption, the calcium citrate may also contain vitamin D, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), and magnesium. Calcium deficiencies cause bone loss, irregularities in muscle, heart, or nerve functions, defects in certain hormones, and weight gain. Building Blocks Chewable Calcium Citrate with vitamin D for enhanced absorption. Daily serving size contains 1000 mg of elemental calcium in ONLY 4 Tablets per day!"

Syntrax Nectar Whey Protein Isolate, Fuzzy Navel
"Nectar makes protein easy! Nectar melts into your water using just a spoon. No lumps, no grit, no blender! I mix one scoop of Nectar into 1 quart of water, and one of the Crystal Light Sunrise Orange to Go "tubes." Delicious!!"
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Orlando, FL
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RNY
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10/25/2004
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Feb 07, 2001
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