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[Miranda 0]

Ok I cant find this Isopure anywhere!!

Where in Canada can I get it? Any ideas?

I have tries Shoppers, Walmart and GNC.< /p>

Is there an alternative to Isopure than?

I have Boost and Meal Replacement drink...but I dont think they are the same

Help Help me!

[Yoda 0]

Isopure is hard to find in Canada...unless you live in TO! LOL. Seriously, it is here, but difficult to find (& VERY expensive when you do).

Isopure is NOT required...it is merely listed as suggestion among many so that you have an idea what they are talking about. Propel and gatorade are also clear fluids....are easily available, are cheaper, are also suggested and do the same thing. Don't waste your energy (or money) on the isopure and go another route.....before you know it your week of clear fluids will be up anyways and then you can do your boost/ensure or whatever.

[Miranda 0]

Ahh ok I soo should have asked this question like a week ago. I was calling every where. Ok so I will switch the Isopure to Gatorade.

Thanks!

[lizrbit 0]

Hey Miranda,

Gatorade does not have the protien that Isopure or a protien drink has and will leave you hungry still.

I bought isopure ONLINE but to be honest, it wasnt worth the money. At the grocery store i found SOY GEN whey protien, zero carb, and i love the stuff. it was only 12 dollars a container vs the 75 dollars for isopure. I mix it in the mornings with a half a cup of milk, a container of probiotic yogurt and metimucile. Love the stuff.

make sure you get alot of protien in, and you wont be "grazing" all day. I live right near the NB canada border. I feel for you on the shopping wise front.

[msrobby73 0]

I found it at Popeyes (sp?) GROSSSSSSSS almost puked drinking it...Stuck with Boost extra protien.lot better

[joe7777 1]

i dont know about the hunger...i didnt start feeling hungry until at least day 5-6...until then gatorade was great for me.

[Alex R. 0]

You should try to get the Isopure - because it is a "clear fluid" that you need for the first part of the postop diet. It has Protein, which you need. Gatorade and Propel don't.

I bought it at Nutrition House at Yorkdale Mall. It was in the refrigerated section, and looks like orange pop. Comes in different flavours apparently. GNC should have it or the kind of store that sells Vitamins, bodybuilding and weightloss supplements.

Make sure you check the expiration date. The clerk happened to notice it, and I didn't even think to check.

[Yoda 0]

You should try to get the Isopure - because it is a "clear fluid" that you need for the first part of the postop diet. It has Protein, which you need. Gatorade and Propel don't.

Stop confusing her!!!!

Don't worry about it Miranda. As I've said before and as the clinic said...it isn't "required". All that is required is CLEAR FLUIDS and Gatorade and Propel ARE clear fluids. And yes you need Protein (I assume she already knows that!) but you can mix any Protein powder into any clear Fluid and then....as a bonus you can use that same Protein Powder later in your full Fluid and mushie stages.

(not to mention the fact that protein isn't as important during the first few days of clear fluids...it comes more into play during the full fluid stage).

Also maybe lizrbit didn't intent to mislead you but don't forget that milk and yogurt are NOT clear fluids.

[lizrbit 0]

dear yoda...

she didnt mention anything about clear fluids...only that she couldnt find Isopure.

I havent misled anyone. Ive been banded twice, and three days out, both times, surgeon said Protein Shakes. (that yes you can mix with Water OR milk) As you know, you are weak while on Clear Liquids in those early days...and protien is the only thing that helps that, and most can tolerate Protein after three to five days from surgery, as well as yogurt and milk (both are allowable on full liquid diets)

if girlfriend wanted tips on clear liquid diet she would have said so.

If i needed clarification, i promise you i would say so.

cheers.

[Yoda 0]

I knew she was looking for stuff for her "clear fluids" phase because she mentioned the same thing on another thread (looking for Isopure for clear fluid). I didn't say you were trying to mislead her...my post was not targeting you negatively in any way (if you thought so, sorry you got so defensive!)...I just wanted to remind her that milk and yogurt are not considered "clear fluids" by HER doctor.

Maybe YOUR doctor told you milk was okay to mix with Protein shakes "three days out" but I know that her doctor doesn't recommend milk as a "clear fluid" for that first stage.

cheers

[lizrbit 0]

well that was another thread wasnt it? not this one. i know, that reading thing can be tricky.

Just out of curiosity...and i know ill regret asking..but how long did your doctor make you stay on Clear liquids?

[Yoda 0]

:canada::canada::canada:you know, lizrbit...I must say that we Canucks here on the CANADIAN thread are a really close bunch that support one another.....regardless of individual threads....the whole CANADIAN forum is like that...it's called "looking at the big picture" and "caring". But, being an American (I don't know if you ARE American but I see you live in the US) perhaps you don't quite understand that. But, alas, I'm sure we all appreciate you coming to the CANADIAN thread and stirring the pot....mind you, I expect nothing less from our southern neighbours. Of course all are welcome to go visit any threads...in whatever forum...just strikes me as kinda funny it is always the "non-Canadians" who like to cause trouble on the Canadian threads.

Enjoy and you just keep on havin' your fun since this seems so crucial to you!

As for me...I will take the high road and will not comment to you again, regardless of the snide comeback I'm sure you will feel compelled to post here on the CANADIAN thread yet once again.

:canada::canada::canada::canada::canada::canada::canada::canada::canada:

[lizrbit 0]

yoda...

im certain you dont represent all of canada, because i can see there from here. I live in northern maine, right on the us/nb canada border..so you can lay down the flag business. I just asked you a very simple question. Dont know why your so defensive about it.

Was curious about how long your doctor had you on clear fluids..thats all. obviously our drs have different recommendations but i was wondering if you were still on them...and if maybe thats why the blood wasnt reaching your brain and all...

cmon..lighten up.

[Doddie63 6]

To change the subject a bit, every clinic seems to have its own idea about what is or isn't the appropriate diet to be on. The best idea is to follow to the letter your doctor/clinics advice. Your doctor after the consult has determined what is best for you only. I would suggest if you can't find what the doctor ordered, go back to the clinic and ask them. I know the TLBC gives a link to the online shopping for certain Protein Drinks. Personally all Protein drinks/powder make me gag.

[Yoda 0]

la la la la la....sure is nice up here on the high road.