Question:
I don't like the 0-Carb Isopure!
I bought a big huge thing of vanilla Zero-Carb Isopure and I think it's nasty. I drank it though. I paid almost $50 for it and I am going to drink it all if it kills me, which it might. I mixed it with one scoop and 6 oz. of water. What else can I do to make it better? Any suggestions? I don't really want to do milk because of the extra calories and the sugar. — Jennifer H. (posted on December 17, 2001)
December 17, 2001
If you bought it at GNC take it back. They will refund your money.
— Kim B.
December 17, 2001
I used to hate the taste of Isopure 0-carb with water, so a friend of mind
taught me how to add some spice to my life. lol. I now have my isopure
with skim milk, half bananna, crush ice, mix altogether in blender.. taste
like an bananna shake.You'll get added postassium and favor. Fit cuisin on
the health network, has some terrific recipes for protein shakes, he mixes
his with yogurt, ice, etc. go to www.thehealthnetwork.com and you can find
his recipes. If you try different things then isopure can be quite tasty.
God Bless , hope this helped... RNY 3 1/2 months down 65 pounds.
— blank first name B.
December 17, 2001
I agree. It reminds me of bowel prep Yuck salty nasty!
I kept my receipt and GNC graciouly allowed me to return my unopened
bottles. sounds like there are some creative folks on this site who know
how to make it better but I would try to return it. I am surprised how
high the sodium content was. Something that I did not notice as I was
focusing on carbs, fat and protein.
— kathleen S.
December 17, 2001
I have one too that don't taste verry good so I mix it with yougart(lowfat)
It's not so bad then but you do have some calories there. good luck NANCY
M.
— NANCY M.
December 17, 2001
My husband has a LOT of vanillas form which to choose and he likes the Iso
0-carb the best. But he likes it with diet orange pop, about 6 oz. Some
prefer it with some sugar free Tang. That's the vanilla. The chocolate is
OK, just not my personal fave. You could try a few banana slices or a tsp
of peanut butter? My husband even likes orange in his chocolate! Reminds
him of that candy called an orange stick, if you remember that. I admire
your dedication to use it up. It's still protein, by golly. Personally,
when I make a buying error, I usually "bury" my mistakes in
something I like better, still keeping to the 30g per serving rule, of
course.
— vitalady
December 17, 2001
I personally think all protein powders suck big time and refuse to use
them. I was checking out some low carb recipes from Dr. atkins and alot of
his recipes called for protein powder. So I have been using what I had left
in recipes . In fact I used some this past weekend in some of my christmas
cookies. I noticed in dr. atkins older cookbooks they tend to call for
protein powder more. the new ones call for his bake mix. So you have to buy
his products. Just a suggestion to use the stuff up./
— C. L.
December 17, 2001
I must be weird I like it, but it could be that I am 1 yr out and enjoy the
different taste besides choc (bite my tongue)thought I would never say that
— acluff
December 17, 2001
I ama pre opsoI havent tried the stuff, but GNC said they would take
ANYTHING back unopened or not with the receipt. The lady at GNC is was
hard to absorb so much protein at once and it would be better to divide the
amount in 2 smaller amounts. ( I was cruisin'the protein counter) I didnt
see any chocolate flavor but Im going to try to avoid chocolate as that is
my current downfall.
— Connie M.
December 17, 2001
I like the vanilla protein powders as they are more versatile. Try adding
some frozen fruit like blueberries or raspberries, or maybe some baking
flavors like maple, hazelnut, etc. I find it impossible to get my protein
in without shakes, so I dress them up as best I can and go for it because I
know its the only way for me.
— Susan S.
March 24, 2002
Have you tried the Alpine Punch? It's fantastic, 40g of Protein and it
taste just like liquid jello. Love it!
— Ray O.
June 1, 2002
I would certainly take it back and get my money back! But I had the same
dreaded problem of searching and searching for protein that I just didn't
have to try and tolerate. Then....I was introduced to the protein
supplment line for herbalife! What an amazing taste these products have!
I HIGHLY recommend it to all of us WLS folks! I feel so good since I have
been on this line of products that I want to share with you all. If I can
introduce you to the best protein you have ever tasted in your LIFE email
me and I will promptly get back with you.
Good luck on your weightloss journey to a healthier happier you!
— BrendaSinger
June 1, 2002
Dont expect to mix it up and drink it without doctoring it up. Here are the
proportions... pour 1/2 cup skim milk in the blender, add the 2 scoops of
vanilla, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/2 a banana and 1 1/4 cups of ice
cubes... then pulse the blender until the mixture is a frosty consistency.
DO NOT just turn on the blender or it gets all thick and foamy and HUGE.
If cookies and cream sound better to you... mix 1/2 cup of milk with the 2
scoops the 1 1/4 cups of ice and pulse until frosty, then throw in a small
glop of cool whip and 2 Murrays Sugar Free 'Oreos' and pulse until smooth
and blended. If an orange julius sounds good to you... 1/2 cup orange
juice, 2 scoops, 1 1/4 cups ice, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract and pulse,
add 1/4 banana if you would like. Berry Blast shake, use 1/2 cup milk, 1
cup ice, 1/4 cup of frozen berries and a 1/4 banana for smoothness, with 2
scoops protein... then pulse until frosty. I guarantee you will like
these... they are like a Dairy Queen shake if you mix them with lots of ice
and whip them to a frosty consistency! Dont freak about using 1/2 cup of
skim milk in a shake... you will benefit from the protein more than the
milk will hurt you. You need the protein to heal and to keep your muscle
mass intact... it will help you burn fat!
— SusanMaria
December 11, 2002
I find that if you put 8 oz of orange juice in the blender with one or two
scoops of the vanilla, it is fairly palatable. If it is still yucky, throw
in a quarter of a banana. More than that and it is too banana-ey
— Brian K.
June 8, 2004
I bought the same stuff. I tried adding a little cinnamon and it made it
more tolerable. You might want to try that. Also, if you bought at GNC,
there is typically a money back guarantee. Call them and see if you can
get your money back or possibly exchange.
— Tamara S.
August 12, 2004
Have you tried the premixed Isopure? It is fruity and not milk
based.Orange, grape, apple melon and punch flavored are my favs...It has 40
grams protein per bottle. You may also want to try mixing the powder up
with Carb countdown milk. It has much much less carbs and sugar than
regular milk and twice the protein.
— Stacy M.
October 11, 2004
You can change the taste of the drink by trying various flavors and spices
mixed into you dirnk. I personally like pumpkin pie spice, vanilla flavor,
with a half package of Equal per 8oz. of drink. To make the drink thicker
try also adding ice cubes before you puree the mixture.
YOu can also try apple pie spice, or cinimon, nutmeg, or whatever spice you
like. Also try some liquid flavors like Almond, walnut, lemon, cherry, and
so on.
After you find the taste blend you like, it makes the drink go sown a lot
easier.
Hope this helps.
— Anthony D.
November 17, 2004
try the pre-mixed Isopure...tastes like juice with no sugar and no
carbs...I love the Blue and the Grape...what a great alternative to a
protein "shake"....
— Debi R.
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