Isopure Disgusting!

[Kindle 8,667]

You don't need Protein powders, just make some chicken or fish congee and lentil Soups post op.... Your hunger will be for thirst and not food..... DO NOT OVERTHINK POST OP... Apple juice is your favorite buddy for like 3 weeks.... You will feel no hunger, so do not buy stuff you will not need. I am 3.5 months post op, so trust me! @@laceygorrell

So you got 60-80g Protein every day from lentil Soup and chicken/fish congee? I'm impressed on how much you could consume! Even at 18 months out I drink a protein/fiber smoothie everyday to help meet goals. (My smoothies have 30-40g protein, 24-32oz Fluid and 10g fiber)

And although I drank very dilute apple juice because I could not tolerate plain Water or artificial sweeteners, most surgeons would not encourage it because juice is all carbs, no protein.

[Kindle 8,667]

@@Kindle

Colonoscopy prep is so disgusting that anyone would gag. I still can remember the thick lemon-lime (supposedly) flavored drink that I had to consume. I swear it was a gallon jug. I've never experienced a Protein drink quite that bad yet.

Isopure definitely came in second after the colon prep . And just an FYI, the colon prep works a whole lot faster post VSG!

[Soma 1]

@@Kindle

I improvise

Meal 1 Protein cereal/almond milk or low fat milk (10g protein)

Meal 2 congee probably more than 15g Protein

Meal 3 Atkins bar or designer whey (tastes like a Cereal bar) - 10-12 grams each. I can fit in 2 (20g+)

Meal 4 Soup Beans with some ground or shredded protein.

Snacks mixed nuts (mostly almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts)

Just mix it up, sometime u eat more sometime less. Just live ur life, stop drinking those powders YUCK!

The other day I made some barbacoa beef, and will probably eat it for a week, lol

[1SlimmerMe 122]

Isopure is NASTY!!! I bought 6, tried 1 and gave the other 5 away. The smell is a deterrent in itself. Good luck, I pray the days fly by for you!

[Kindle 8,667]

@@KindleI improviseMeal 1 Protein cereal/almond milk or low fat milk (10g protein)Meal 2 congee probably more than 15g proteinMeal 3 Atkins bar or designer whey (tastes like a Cereal bar) - 10-12 grams each. I can fit in 2 (20g+)Meal 4 Soup Beans with some ground or shredded protein.Snacks mixed nuts (mostly almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts)Just mix it up, sometime u eat more sometime less. Just live ur life, stop drinking those powders YUCK!The other day I made some barbacoa beef, and will probably eat it for a week, lol

Well, I AM living my life. I eat what I want, when I want and how I want. In fact, had a killer bison tenderloin steak with steamed green Beans and garlic mashed potatoes last night...mmmmm. I have been maintaining below goal for 10 months, my BP is normal, I'm off pain meds for my back and knees, I kayak, ride horse and I hiked over 20 miles in Yellowstone last weekend....it's a WONDERFUL life!

I just happen to LOVE my smoothies. Nothing yucky about how I make them. Yesterday I had peach nectar with OJ, the day before was cherry nectar + lemonade nectar. Today was Quest vanilla with Torani caramel. Tomorrow I'll blend up whatever I'm in the mood for. I'm thinking muscle milk cake batter with fresh blueberries and raspberries. Premier chocolate with milk and pureed banana is also a long time favorite since it tastes like the milkshakes my dad used to make when I was a kid.

Everyone's journey is their own and I wish you the best of luck with yours.

Edited June 28, 2015 by Kindle

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Did someone say you had to drink Isopure? Everyone has different taste buds. People seem to LOVE Premiere Protein and I found it sickly sweet, thin and unpleasant. There are loads of Protein options out there; liquid, powder, otherwise. You have to find what you like and can tolerate. I enjoy the Isopure teas and coconut Water. The neon colored ones have too much food dyes in them and would trigger my allergies. I even like the unflavored Isopure powder mixed with broth. If you kept your receipt you can return unopened bottle of Isopure. Go out and explore and find what you like.

And although I drank very dilute apple juice because I could not tolerate plain Water or artificial sweeteners, most surgeons would not encourage it because juice is all carbs, no protein.

and sugar, lots and lots of sugar. I will admit on occasion I have used a tiny bit of apple juice diluted to get my water in for the day. I just do so sparingly.

[bernie320 11]

Omg I can't stand Isopure Cookies & cream and the chocolate one as well

[Daisee68 2,493]

If you can hold your nose, you can survive it. It is the smell of Isopure that got me. I took them to work and my co-workers smelled them and one said "oh my gosh, how did they bottle farts?!" Seriously. Exactly what it smelled like. I have had A LOT Of Protein drinks and none of them smell like that. UGH.... I haven't drank them post-op because I can't drink them fast enough to just get them down.

[bernie320 11]

Omg! I tried holding my nose, I tried using it with fruits omg it's like my brain talks to my stomach and screams out shut down lol

[emcbee 6]

I'm glad I read this! I have been back and forth on buying it, and was recently comparing prices online. I have been doing Biochem natural flavor whey isolate powder and it's not bad at all. I mix 2 scoops (40g of protein) with unsweetened coconut milk and a little ice in the blender. No problems at all with that and I have a very weak stomach. If you do as well, never, ever, ever, ever try Pea Protein. Worst. Thing. Ever.

[jane13 2,256]

funny how our stomachs are...I couldn't stomach the SF popsicles u buy in the store. I wretched each time I tried one. they went straight to the trash. and SF jelly.....yuck! never had Isopure but if it smells like canned tarts..... NO THANKS!

[laceygorrell 79]

Isopure is the clear liquid I'm doing now. I have tried the Unjury powder for my full liquid diet and it's good!!! Still feeling nauseated from the isopure a couple hrs ago

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

If you need clear Protein you might want to try ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrate. I got some from my surgeon's office and also ordered it online. I don't know if you can get it at GNC or Vitamin Shoppe (or similar).

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

You don't need Protein powders, just make some chicken or fish congee and lentil Soups post op.... Your hunger will be for thirst and not food..... DO NOT OVERTHINK POST OP... Apple juice is your favorite buddy for like 3 weeks.... You will feel no hunger, so do not buy stuff you will not need. I am 3.5 months post op, so trust me! @@laceygorrell

I would disagree. Even if you aren't hungry it is critical to get enough protein for healing and weight loss. It is almost impossible to get enough protein when you are on Clear Liquids without supplements. Especially when you are healing and swollen. You just don't have the space initially to just drink broths in sufficient quantity to get enough protein.

[maggie409 765]

That's so funny because I really like the Isopure Protein Water. I will drink 10 oz mid morning over ice and another 10 oz mid afternoon over ice. It gets me 40 gr to add to my day.