RebecaSparkles 247 Posted March 29, 2013 So, I am pre-op but decided to start sampling Protein beverages in advance so I'll have some on hand that I predict I'll be able to tolerate for my post op. Or at least know where to get them. So I went to GNC & got 4 Isopure drinks, found mybariatricpantry.com which will sell you samples of the Syntrax matrix & Nectars shake powders & ordered some Unjury samples also. I am shocked at the pricing of cost per serving. The samplers were less than 20$ and came with 8-10 samples from the pantry website & the unjury was 20$ for 4 samples. Gnc local store had the isopure bottles 5.99 each, their website had them for 3.99+ shipping. Just wish I had wraped my head around this cost in advance. I know that I will most likely be having these in leu of a real meal but woah- 5.99 for a bottle-1serving! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichiganChic 3,262 Posted March 29, 2013 Yeah, that's a lot! I use the premier shakes from costco. A case of 18 is about $23, or about $1.27 each. I'd still be drinking them even if they were more - they are by far the best, at least for me. I had lots of other stuff, but just couldn't tolerate any of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vsginnj 415 Posted March 30, 2013 I use Isopure powder and split the serving it's 50 grams whey isolate , I use 25 at a time. 3 lbs $45.00 about 1.15 a serving 110 calories 1.5 carbs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chaparra 85 Posted March 30, 2013 $5.99 a serving. Hmmm...isn't that how much it costs to eat a meal out? LOL I am about a month and a half out and don't use Protein Drinks anymore. I get almost all my Protein from chicken.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kimbernada 190 Posted March 30, 2013 I get the 2 lb tubs of Syntrax Nectar for $27.55 - with 35 servings per tub - that comes out to 79 cents per serving for the Protein Powder.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taradawn15 148 Posted March 30, 2013 I'm 5 months out and still buy the Isopure drinks, but i drink 1 about every 2 days and about 2 a week so it's not to bad. There was no way at first I could have drank a whole one as 1 serving, it took me at least a day to drink 1. Also as you can add in food you will need less and less since you can get it out of your normal meals. Good Luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites