Protein shakes - attn parents

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  • NatashaK29
    NatashaK29 Posts: 137
    This is something you should probable consult your doctor about. At 3 maybe a pediasure would be fine but adult shakes are not formulated for such a small child. That being said, I was told by my doctor to give my son a meal or protein shake before bed to help him gain weight (he has ADHD and his meds have him on the lower side of the scale) but he is also 10 and not a toddler. Intresting fact, a body should consume about 1gram of protein a day per lb of lean body mass (for me thats about 115 grams a day). At 3 thats probable only about 20 grams or so per day if that.
  • kasicrawford
    kasicrawford Posts: 33
    Thanks everyone!!! This site is great! I post a question and in a matter of moments get answers! You all are awesome! I like the pre made shakes - muscle milk. He decided to go in the fridge this morning and open one and drink it!! I usually just let him have a sip or two but not much more. I will have to ask his pediatrist if it's okay to have some sips now and then.
  • tistal
    tistal Posts: 869 Member
    I would say just buy some Pediasure. BUT Pediasure is NASTY! My kids would never drink it. I would just make them a fruit smoothie instead. But first and foremost you need to ask your pediatrician.
  • erickirb
    erickirb Posts: 12,294 Member
    My guess would be no - they have such high levels of protein. IE taking 2 shakes a day with healthy dinners I am over my recommended protein intake through MFP.
    I can only imagine for a child the recommended protein allowance would be a lot less.
    Maybe half a portion once a week or something as a treat.

    FYI: MFP protein limits are extremely low

    The MFP recommendations are the recommendations of the Institute of Medicine and are not low for the average person, though they might be for those that "lift heavy" and are trying to build muscle. Going over the recommendations is not safe for everyone.

    I disagree unless you are talking way over (400+ grams/day). A sedentary adult can safely ingest between 10 and 30% protein (MFP limit is 15%) for those that workout (does not have to be heavy lifting) should be in the 20-30% range. Bodybuilders go even higher.

    So in a range of 10-30%, 15% is on the low end of the scale.
  • frugalmomsrock
    frugalmomsrock Posts: 1,123
    This link might help.

    http://www.dietaryfiberfood.com/protein/protein-requirement-for-humans.php

    These are most likely minimums as they are quite low for every age group. The amount of milk and cheese my son (17months old) eats would put him over that intake, and some days he eats meat on top of that.

    Oh wow. My kids are definitely over that. LOL My 6 YO will sit and eat a 6 oz. grilled chicken breast all by herself. And then have a serving of edemame on the side. And that's just supper... Though for her lunches she gets mostly fresh fruits and water (by her choosing), so it kind of balances out, but still puts her way over... I guess it's okay for her though being a budding gymnast. :)
  • frugalmomsrock
    frugalmomsrock Posts: 1,123
    does anybody else find it mildly disturbing that the 9-13 YO and 14-18 YO boys and girls are lumped into "adults?"
  • HarryRanson
    HarryRanson Posts: 5 Member
    Would definitely consult a paediatrician just in case, but there is nothing that would be more harmful in a protein shake as there would be in a chocolate bar or other highly processed food so I can't really see it as being a problem.

    Harry
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    My guess would be no - they have such high levels of protein. IE taking 2 shakes a day with healthy dinners I am over my recommended protein intake through MFP.
    I can only imagine for a child the recommended protein allowance would be a lot less.
    Maybe half a portion once a week or something as a treat.

    FYI: MFP protein limits are extremely low

    The MFP recommendations are the recommendations of the Institute of Medicine and are not low for the average person, though they might be for those that "lift heavy" and are trying to build muscle. Going over the recommendations is not safe for everyone.

    I disagree unless you are talking way over (400+ grams/day). A sedentary adult can safely ingest between 10 and 30% protein (MFP limit is 15%) for those that workout (does not have to be heavy lifting) should be in the 20-30% range. Bodybuilders go even higher.

    So in a range of 10-30%, 15% is on the low end of the scale.

    MOST adults can safely go over the level, but not all. Everyone is not the same. Blanket statements are dangerous.
  • beckajw
    beckajw Posts: 1,728 Member
    My guess would be no - they have such high levels of protein. IE taking 2 shakes a day with healthy dinners I am over my recommended protein intake through MFP.
    I can only imagine for a child the recommended protein allowance would be a lot less.
    Maybe half a portion once a week or something as a treat.
    MFP's protein recommendation is very low. There's no reason to treat it as a maximum. I'm guessing you don't know anything about nutrition, based on your comment, so I think it's very irresponsible for you to be giving someone advice about their child's nutrition.

    Wow, relax.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,228 Member
    My guess would be no - they have such high levels of protein. IE taking 2 shakes a day with healthy dinners I am over my recommended protein intake through MFP.
    I can only imagine for a child the recommended protein allowance would be a lot less.
    Maybe half a portion once a week or something as a treat.

    I would not listen to this. MFP's protein allowance is really low. Protein is the building blocks for our bodies and I would imagine children require a lot of it. Of course, I'm not saying that you should or shouldn't. I would recommend calling your pediatrician and asking them.

    Edited to add: Also, they make nutritional supplement shakes for children. You might think about trying him on those.
  • ArroganceInStep
    ArroganceInStep Posts: 6,239 Member
    Wow, relax.

    Too many protein shakes as a child (kidding)
  • MrsLVF
    MrsLVF Posts: 787 Member
    It will give him angry, aggressive, violent mood swings.

    Be careful!

    Before anybody flames me, I need to point out that that was sarcasm.

    :laugh: I caught that sarcasm, it made me giggle.
  • kasicrawford
    kasicrawford Posts: 33
    I am defeiently going to get him some Pedisure and tell him these are his and these are mommies! Today was the first time he ever had more than a sip. We have also made him his own smoothies before, when my husband makes his protein shakes in the blender. Just curious what everyone thought! He is a great eater, never any problems with nutrioution! I have to tell him to stop eating his broccoli or green beans and eat some meat!! Lol! Have you ever heard of such a thing with a 3 yr old! He eats healthier than I do! Don't like veggies all that much! :-(
  • erickirb
    erickirb Posts: 12,294 Member
    My guess would be no - they have such high levels of protein. IE taking 2 shakes a day with healthy dinners I am over my recommended protein intake through MFP.
    I can only imagine for a child the recommended protein allowance would be a lot less.
    Maybe half a portion once a week or something as a treat.

    FYI: MFP protein limits are extremely low

    The MFP recommendations are the recommendations of the Institute of Medicine and are not low for the average person, though they might be for those that "lift heavy" and are trying to build muscle. Going over the recommendations is not safe for everyone.

    I disagree unless you are talking way over (400+ grams/day). A sedentary adult can safely ingest between 10 and 30% protein (MFP limit is 15%) for those that workout (does not have to be heavy lifting) should be in the 20-30% range. Bodybuilders go even higher.

    So in a range of 10-30%, 15% is on the low end of the scale.

    MOST adults can safely go over the level, but not all. Everyone is not the same. Blanket statements are dangerous.

    True, not all but the majority can. It is usually those with kidney issues that should stick to the lower end of the range.
  • brielihar
    brielihar Posts: 5
    Your kiddo sounds like mine. Loves the veggies. I keep the kids pediasure around. I'll even whirl it around with ice in the magic bullet a bit. It takes very little to indulge a 3 year old and brighten their day.
  • ArroganceInStep
    ArroganceInStep Posts: 6,239 Member
    I am defeiently going to get him some Pedisure and tell him these are his and these are mommies! Today was the first time he ever had more than a sip. We have also made him his own smoothies before, when my husband makes his protein shakes in the blender. Just curious what everyone thought! He is a great eater, never any problems with nutrioution! I have to tell him to stop eating his broccoli or green beans and eat some meat!! Lol! Have you ever heard of such a thing with a 3 yr old! He eats healthier than I do! Don't like veggies all that much! :-(

    My mom used to make me killer smoothies growing up that I absolutely loved. Orange juice concentrate and water or milk depending on what she had, a banana, and a ton of frozen fruits (usually strawberries, blueberries, and peaches at least), then some plain yogurt and ice. Blend it up and serve, the trick is though she used to take a spoonful of yogurt and streak it along the inside of the glass before pouring in the smoothie. At 5, having a drink like that made me feel fancy as ****. =)
  • ericarae33
    ericarae33 Posts: 211 Member
    My kids always want to drink them too...I usually give them enought to take two drinks...I don't think it will hurt them...my two are 2 and 5 and its not like they have the best appetites : )

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