msluv71 0 Posted February 24, 2015 I bought a few of these Protein tubes that contain, 42g of protein with 0g sugar and fat. Has anyone used these? They are a bit sweet but since it's a small amount its easier to get down sometimes. Curious if others use Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,713 Posted February 24, 2015 Are you consuming the whole thing in one sitting? If so it is unlikely you are absorbing all of those 42 grams of Protein. There is a limit to how fast our bodies can process and absorb protein. The conventional wisdom I've always heard is under 30 grams at a time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stevehud 1,790 Posted February 24, 2015 (edited) for a sleeve depending on the size of your sleeve, it can be as much as 40. is what is on my worksheets from my nutritionist , anything over that is just extra. the smaller the size of the sleeve the quicker things pass through without being absorbed (has to dow ith less surface area i think,?) I've seen a lot of new Protein gels and of course gummies ( but those gummies have a ton of sugar so watch out) but since it has no sugars or carbs hey why not, if it helps you get what you need and your fluids are still getting in, then personally i cant see why not, but i would definitely ask your nutritionist. Oh also, i dont know if whey Protein isthe same as whey protein isolate, i think the isolate is a more refined version so you can absorb it better, but I cant say with definitive poisitivity. Edited February 24, 2015 by Stevehud Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amy86 16 Posted February 25, 2015 I was actually looking for those tonight at walmart!! Im having a hard time getting my Protein in, surgery was the 2nd of feb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freshair 135 Posted February 25, 2015 I'm sorry but what are these tubes and where do you get them. Are they like yogurt consistency? Post a pic if you can too please Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msluv71 0 Posted February 25, 2015 I have found them at Walmart, GNC, and Vita Adventure. The tube is 3 oz so usually able to get down within 30 min or so Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erp 2,016 Posted February 25, 2015 Those usually contain collagen as the primary form of Protein which doesn't have the amino acids we need to process it. In other words, you do not get 42 grams of protein because our bodies cannot absorb it in this form. In general, stay away from these bullet type protein tubes. They are a waste of money. I know Protein Shakes get old but there is a reason we are told to drink them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amy86 16 Posted February 25, 2015 (edited) Apparently I can't upload photos, ignore that last post. Edited February 25, 2015 by Amy86 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kmgaustin 6 Posted February 27, 2015 I drank those 2 x's a day for the first 7 days, gave me uncontrabble diarrhea. Stopped and started my premiere Protein shakes. much better now. Those things were expensive and nasty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zzzombrie 86 Posted February 27, 2015 Nutrients are not absorbed in the stomach. They are absorbed in the small intestine mostly with some extra in the large intestine. The stomachs job is to churn and store, not absorb. Have at it with the protein! & collagen as a primary source of Protein? That sounds like junk science to me. Read the label. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liannatx 897 Posted March 14, 2015 I have been pouring 1/2 of one into my Water or VitaminWater 3x daily. I had to look at the label, it is a blend of collagen Protein Isolate, whey Protein, and Casein protein. My surgeon approved them so I feel comfortable drinking them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelskels13 1 Posted March 14, 2015 Tube? What is it and where do u get it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mem222 0 Posted March 16, 2015 I bought them because of the high Protein content but couldn't swallow one sip!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! disgusting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites