Protein Powder Help!

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  • Yeller_Sensation
    Yeller_Sensation Posts: 373 Member
    Agree with the other folks who observed that you should not be taking whey protein if you're ALLERGIC to dairy. Stop immediately.
  • mdcoug
    mdcoug Posts: 397 Member
    I'm using whey protein powder in the AM as my breakfast (allergic to eggs and dairy).

    Whey is dairy

    It usually contains such a small amount of lactose that it doesn't affect lactose intolerant people.

    Many people with dairy allergies are allergic to the casein proteins, not the whey proteins. However, I agree with the others, if you don't know specifically which protein you are allergic to, you might want to try soy or another protein powder.

    And, lactose intolerance is entirely different than allergies. One causes digestive issues (which can be uncomfortable to severe) the other causes anaphylaxis, possibly even death.
  • TheSwoleMinister_deleted
    TheSwoleMinister_deleted Posts: 540 Member
    Got a great morning shake recipe for ya!

    6 ice cubes
    Banana, 1/2 frozen
    Strawberries - 4, frozen
    8 oz Orange Juice, Tropicana Trop50
    Vanilla Protein , 1 Scoop

    260 Cal
    37g Carbs
    2g Fat
    26g protein
  • MerMandy17
    MerMandy17 Posts: 117 Member
    My doctor reccommended that I use whey in an effort to build my tolerance to diary. Because my allergic reaction does not inhibit my breathing, he said I could outgrow it to the point where it is tolerable. As a female in my 20s, I have been concerned with bone mass loss as I have avoided dairy my whole life. I typically go with almond milk.

    Using only one scoop of powder thus far has not caused any sort of negative reaction other than taste.

    My big question I suppose is: when counting calories and essentially trying to remain as low in calories, carbs, and sugar while maintaining high proteins, which is the better option?
  • MerMandy17
    MerMandy17 Posts: 117 Member
    Got a great morning shake recipe for ya!

    6 ice cubes
    Banana, 1/2 frozen
    Strawberries - 4, frozen
    8 oz Orange Juice, Tropicana Trop50
    Vanilla Protein , 1 Scoop

    260 Cal
    7g Carbs
    2g Fat
    26g protein

    This looks right up my alley! I currently eat 1/2 cup of blackberries, 1/2 cup of blueberries, and 6 strawberries alongside my shake. Looks like I need to add it into the blender!
  • redraidergirl2009
    redraidergirl2009 Posts: 2,560 Member
    My doctor reccommended that I use whey in an effort to build my tolerance to diary. Because my allergic reaction does not inhibit my breathing, he said I could outgrow it to the point where it is tolerable. As a female in my 20s, I have been concerned with bone mass loss as I have avoided dairy my whole life. I typically go with almond milk.

    Using only one scoop of powder thus far has not caused any sort of negative reaction other than taste.

    My big question I suppose is: when counting calories and essentially trying to remain as low in calories, carbs, and sugar while maintaining high proteins, which is the better option?

    Maybe you should change doctors. You can't "build a tolerance" to dairy....wouldn't it be easier to avoid dairy than risk an allergic reaction? I'm sensing some malpractice,
  • redraidergirl2009
    redraidergirl2009 Posts: 2,560 Member
    Also it's a HUGE misconception that dairy is the only source calcium.

    Here's a link to some non-dairy sources you can add into your diet.

    http://www.care2.com/greenliving/25-vegan-sources-for-calcium.html?page=2
  • acrowder99
    acrowder99 Posts: 63 Member
    I haven't tried this yet-my xanthan gum will be in tomorrow (I had to order it from amazon) but this looks really good - it's a Frosty Protein Shake & they claim it taste just like Wendy's - it sure looks like Wendy's:

    http://mealsandmovesblog.com/2010/07/02/flashback-friday-last year/
  • Nacho12
    Nacho12 Posts: 155 Member
    I use cytosport whey protein (vanilla or chocolate) that we buy at Costco. It tastes good (I think) mixed with water and nixes pretty easily. My husband mixes his with water. I usually have a smoothy for breakfast mixed with fruit and it is delicious. Here is one of my recipes:
    1 cup strawberries, blueberries & raspberries
    1 scoop protein powder
    1 Tbsp chia seeds or ground flax seeds
    1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
    1 cup of ice
  • MerMandy17
    MerMandy17 Posts: 117 Member
    My issue is not digestive related. I was allergic as a child and was on soy-based products until I was old enough to choose for myself. I have mostly avoided them until recently. I visited an allergist who advised me to slowly add dairy back into my diet and record my reaction (which I have done -- no major issues, digestive or otherwise). Now that I'm dieting, he agreed that Whey would be a smart choice for both dieting and for continuing in adding milk products into my daily diet.
  • redraidergirl2009
    redraidergirl2009 Posts: 2,560 Member
    My issue is not digestive related. I was allergic as a child and was on soy-based products until I was old enough to choose for myself. I have mostly avoided them until recently. I visited an allergist who advised me to slowly add dairy back into my diet and record my reaction (which I have done -- no major issues, digestive or otherwise). Now that I'm dieting, he agreed that Whey would be a smart choice for both dieting and for continuing in adding milk products into my daily diet.

    I used to have lactose intolerence which developed into a full blown dairy allergy, now I get nasty sinus issues if I have dairy. I'm sorry that your doctors are giving you horrible advice, it is not smart to continue to have something makes you sick. I didn't know it was dairy causing my sinus issues for two years. When I figured it out my choices were continue to be sick and take hard allergy pills or cut it out. It's not a hard choice. There is no reason you would need to consume dairy dieting or not, you can get calcium easy from other sources such as spinach, kale, broccoli...ect which can all be part of your healthy diet. Feel free to message me if you have any questions about dealing with a dairy allergy
  • cljabusc
    cljabusc Posts: 48
    i have magic bullet, i put 1 scoop protein, half of a banana, 1 cup almond milk (i use unsweetened), and a few of either raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries for some extra taste (can be frozen).

    Its deffinately edible, even tastey. and under 300 calories if the almond milk is unsweetened (1cup=30 cal)

    :)
  • MerMandy17
    MerMandy17 Posts: 117 Member
    My issue is not digestive related. I was allergic as a child and was on soy-based products until I was old enough to choose for myself. I have mostly avoided them until recently. I visited an allergist who advised me to slowly add dairy back into my diet and record my reaction (which I have done -- no major issues, digestive or otherwise). Now that I'm dieting, he agreed that Whey would be a smart choice for both dieting and for continuing in adding milk products into my daily diet.

    I used to have lactose intolerence which developed into a full blown dairy allergy, now I get nasty sinus issues if I have dairy. I'm sorry that your doctors are giving you horrible advice, it is not smart to continue to have something makes you sick. I didn't know it was dairy causing my sinus issues for two years. When I figured it out my choices were continue to be sick and take hard allergy pills or cut it out. It's not a hard choice. There is no reason you would need to consume dairy dieting or not, you can get calcium easy from other sources such as spinach, kale, broccoli...ect which can all be part of your healthy diet. Feel free to message me if you have any questions about dealing with a dairy allergy


    Well, that's what I'm saying... I haven't had any issues with it since I reintroduced it into my diet. I've been eating small amounts each day, but I haven't experienced any negative side effects. I eat a lot of kale and spinach anyway. My note on my original post was really just to indicate that I could not mix the powder with a full glass of milk or add in any eggs. I am still very allergic to eggs (mouth breaks out in a rash). But it seems everyone on here gave me some good ideas!
  • bpotts44
    bpotts44 Posts: 1,066 Member
    I like to mix it with yogurt for a creamy feel.
  • Tomieguns94
    Tomieguns94 Posts: 3 Member
    Here is a protein banana oat muffin recipe i use. You dont have to use vanilla protein if you want, my next batch will be with my chocolate protein.
    Protein Banana oat muffins
    Ingredients:
    1 banana
    ¾ cup egg whites
    ½ cup plus 4 tbsp low-fat plain greek yogurt
    ¾ cup oats
    2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder
    ¼ cup sugar substitute
    1 tsp baking powder
    1 tsp baking soda
    Prepare:
    1. Preheat oven 350 degrees. Spray muffin tray with cooking spray
    2. Blend all ingredients (except 4 tbsp yogurt) together until smooth and pour into muffin tray
    3. Back until you can insert fork and remove without batter sticking. Approx. 17min
    4. Top with yogurt
    Nutrition value: per muffin
    Calorie: 70
    Protein: 8g
    Carbs: 7g
    Fiber: 1g
  • 3VKING3
    3VKING3 Posts: 5 Member
    i cant have dairy either. but i do use this also. i also have the (chocolate) shakeology formula. since im not to much into just cholcolaty or vanilla. i mix 1/2 scoop of each with the vanilla almond milk. it really does taste sooooo much better. and peanut butter and i have no problems at all its delicious and no problems digesting .. even my boyfriend who doesnt like anything healthy makes it for himself sometimes. :) or peanut butter and a half banana..
  • TheSwoleMinister_deleted
    TheSwoleMinister_deleted Posts: 540 Member
    Sorry guys, typo in my smoothie recipe. Should have been 37G carbs, not 7. :embarassed:

    Fruits gots lotta carbs ya know! :tongue:
  • Espressocycle
    Espressocycle Posts: 2,245 Member
    I mix my Spirutein with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze coconut milk blend. I like it. I use one of those bottles with the little blender ball in it.
  • GaiaGirl1992
    GaiaGirl1992 Posts: 459 Member
    Cold milk, and shake it vigorously for a few minutes. I use 2% milk or soy milk, and both are a HUGE improvement over water. Makes it almost like a milk shake!

    Add it to your baking in just about anything (brownies anyone? XD), smoothies, or make your own protein snacks to take with you in your car.
  • fbranch7
    fbranch7 Posts: 82 Member
    I didn't want to add a lot of extra calories and fat to my protien drink (180 calories). Here is what I do...and I LOVE it!

    I use the Nature's Bounty Optimal Solutions Complete Protein and Vitamin Vanilla Shake Mix (Women's formula - 2 scoops) - Walgreen's carries this

    I use two cups of the Almond milk - vanilla, unsweetened (only 30 calories per serving)

    2 packets of splenda

    Mix real good and enjoy!!
  • kyodi
    kyodi Posts: 376 Member
    Personally, I use Muscle Milk Chocolate and mix it with water and find the taste to be good. I've never tried mixing it with almond milk, but I want to.
  • Lt_Starbuck
    Lt_Starbuck Posts: 576 Member
    add peanut butter and bananas - ups the protein total too and YUMMY!

    I like dark chocolate dreams peanut butter by peanut butter & co
  • bevmcarthur
    bevmcarthur Posts: 341 Member

    check out i LOVE there stuff i drink both there Protein powder and Super food the taste of the PP is plain so when i make it i just had a cup of frozen mixed fruit and some Kale and if i have it after a hard workout out hot yoga a add coconut water
    YOu will not find a more natural product out there and its Organic and we should all be eating organic when we can
    you will find that there is not anything that is not good for your body it this stuff not like a lot of other PP out there they have so much add sh!! to them that we should never put in our bodies
    http://bokusuperfood.com
  • MNA76
    MNA76 Posts: 1,541
    I use Muscle Milk CytoSport in chocolate. I just mix it with water. I tastes really good and dissolves well. Tastes like chocolate milk.
  • bevmcarthur
    bevmcarthur Posts: 341 Member
    i dont know what you where looking at as the Boku super food has 25 g protein and ONLY 3g carbohydrates
    Doctor Formulated
    25 grams of Vegan Protein per serving
    Full Spectrum Amino Acids
    Wheat, Gluten, Soy and Dairy Free
    Non-GMO
    Super Digestive Enzymes
    Low Sugar
    check out i LOVE thee stuff i drink both there Protein powder and Super food the taste of the PP is plain so when i make it i just had a cup of frozen mixed fruit and some Kale and if i have it after a hard workout out hot yoga a add coconut water
    YOu will not find a more natural product out there and its Organic and we should all be eating organic when we can
    you will find that there is not anything that is not good for your body it this stuff not like a lot of other PP out there they have so much add sh!! to them that we should never put in our bodies
    http://bokusuperfood.com
    [/quote]

    I wouldn't call that a protein powder. It's 9g of protein and 16g of carbs, yes it's high in fiber but that is so low on the protein intake. Whey is an all natural substance, don't know how you can get more organic then whey (from cheese.)
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  • MightyDomo
    MightyDomo Posts: 1,265 Member
    My doctor reccommended that I use whey in an effort to build my tolerance to diary. Because my allergic reaction does not inhibit my breathing, he said I could outgrow it to the point where it is tolerable. As a female in my 20s, I have been concerned with bone mass loss as I have avoided dairy my whole life. I typically go with almond milk.

    Using only one scoop of powder thus far has not caused any sort of negative reaction other than taste.

    My big question I suppose is: when counting calories and essentially trying to remain as low in calories, carbs, and sugar while maintaining high proteins, which is the better option?

    Maybe you should change doctors. You can't "build a tolerance" to dairy....wouldn't it be easier to avoid dairy than risk an allergic reaction? I'm sensing some malpractice,

    Actually tolerances can be built just like intolerances can be.

    I am severely lactose intolerant and also do get allergic reactions from certain brands of milk, like lip and cheek swelling allergic. But in small doses increased over time I have become somewhat tolerant as long as I keep up the daily doses. Just like I am photosensitive (allergy to sun), I get the horrible red burning, bleeding rashes along with big long splotchy and severly itchy rashes from the sun, but over the spring I get used to it so that I can go outside during the summer. I build a tolerance.... so err, yeah you can build a tolerance even if you are allergic.
  • strikerjb007
    strikerjb007 Posts: 443 Member
    I'm using whey protein powder in the AM as my breakfast (allergic to eggs and dairy).

    Whey is dairy

    +1. I couldn't get past that. If you the OP is allergic, then she needs vegan protein. I think Sun Warrior is supposed to be a good one.
  • strikerjb007
    strikerjb007 Posts: 443 Member
    And honestly, if you have to add all those calories to your whey protein, you are defeating the purpose of PROTEIN SUPPLEMENTATION. Unless you need 3k a day and drinking 300-500 of them is not a problem to you. If it was me, I would just eat chicken if I had to drink my calories. I have to mix my whey with a whole bunch of stuff because it's not easy to eat 3k of "healthy foods".
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  • Hadabetter
    Hadabetter Posts: 942 Member
    i have magic bullet, i put 1 scoop protein, half of a banana, 1 cup almond milk (i use unsweetened), and a few of either raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries for some extra taste (can be frozen).

    Its deffinately edible, even tastey. and under 300 calories if the almond milk is unsweetened (1cup=30 cal)

    :)
    I love how my magic bullet has improved the flavor of my protein shakes. Sometimes all you need is a way to completely mix everything.

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