Best Protein powders for a limited budget

[bucktoothzombie 7]

I need to get 75-90 grams of Protein a day. I really need to start getting into buying the big powder drinks. Anyone that's post op have any suggestions? Now I've been drinking muscle milk and milk and 3 oz of protein a day.. That's not close to what's needed and MM is expensive and only 20g..

Please list powders you've tried and/or ways to hit the daily requirements..

By the way I'm 6 days post op..

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

One of the unfortunate truths about WLS is that we will spend a lot of money post op on Protein as well as our supplements. I just don't think buying forms of Protein that really isn't suited for us to save a few dollars is worth it. MM is a good brand, but better ones, especially for newly op'd folks are specifically made for bariatric patients. Bariatric Advantage, Bariatric fusion, unjury are a few I use without question.

Good luck!

[bucktoothzombie 7]

Ty for the quick reply. I looked all of those you mentioned up... But they seem to be meal replacements.. I dont know much about Meal Replacements but I plan on eating my meals and drinking Protein Drinks in between.. I'm guessing those will be way to fattening combining with my regular meals..

[bucktoothzombie 7]

Hmm just noticed these are on my list... I need to call my NUT to get educated I see lol

[jmccape 25]

Syntrax Nectar whey Protein I get it at Vitamin shop I think it's 33 scoops for around $40. Each scoop is 20 g and I drink three scoops a day +3 meals.

[jmccape 25]

I meant to say each scoop is 30 g sorry

[tamg26k 479]

I agree with @@jmccape on the Syntrax nectar Protein. In my opinion, I think it is the best tasting Protein with no sugar/no carbs. I upped my protein to around 120 grams a day and supplement with 1-2 shakes a day. I have tried the chocolate, vanilla, and the Cappuccino and loved all of them. I mix with soy milk and Water instead of skim milk and love it!

[bruni 38]

i would shop online! i have seen prices there...just google one brand of Protein powder - like Syntrax and then you can check the site for others

also check amazon...i've seen some decent prices there as well.

[maxcimax 220]

I buy Syntrax Nectur in the individual packages ($1.99 ea.) from The Vitamin Shoppe & Amazon. This way I can try different flavors. They run about 24 grams ea. I then mix these packages with Silk/Soy milk & get another 6 grams. I also use the Premier Protein shakes in Strawbery & chocolate. They have 30 grams of Protein & cost just over $2.00 a serving. You can get these from their website, from costco or Krogers. Other grocery stores sell it & Premier Protein's web site will tell you who sells it in your area. I also eat a lot of eggs - poached. tuna & chicken will give you a lot of protein too. Use unflavored protein & mix it in your foods for more protein. You have to make sure you don't put it in hot liquid over 140 degrees, or there about. Good luck with your new Sleeve.