Protien suppliment

[boswife]

We were advised to take a protien suppliment.  I wonder if anyone here has suggestions to that..  With fluid restriction, it seems tough to get a powder and that to his already limited intake, but if that what it takes so be it.  Any suggestions here???  Thanks 

[Maker]

Hi Boswife,

I use a product called "BiPro".  I ordered it online, you can check out their website biprousa.com

A friend (also a dietician) recommended it, and I showed it to my renal dietician and she really liked it.  Low Phosphorus, sodium, potassium, calcium...basically its just the protein!  Also low calories and no sugar.

I don't have much of a fluid restriction, so I put it in my coffee or tea and you really don't taste it.  Also great blended with ice and fruit.  I know you can also bake with it, put it in things like oatmeal & pancakes, and mix it with your eggs. 

Hope this helps 

[Hanify]

I was taking one called 'Protifar'.  I got it through my dietician.  You can add it to anything - as long as it's a bit fluid.  So you could put it in his dinner if it was something soft.  I usually put it in my coffee, or into desert if I had any.  I've changed at the moment to a renal drink, but I don't have any fluid restriction at the mo - otherwise I'd be back to the powder.  I hated 'wasting' my fluid on a yucky renal drink!

[Zach]

We were advised to take a protien suppliment.  I wonder if anyone here has suggestions to that..  With fluid restriction, it seems tough to get a powder and that to his already limited intake, but if that what it takes so be it.  Any suggestions here???  Thanks 

Here are some links to other IHD threads discussing protein:

http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=11799.msg275136#msg275136

http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=10191.msg175486#msg175486

http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=4820.msg71200#msg71200

http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=1196.msg57594#msg57594

[boswife]

wow, some great info here.. Thanks All!  I just now re read ALL of it so as to figure what im doing wrong as his albumin has only stayed the same. (3.2) and i want it up!!  Think i got it figured this time, so we'll see.  Thanks again!!

[Zach]

Be aware:

Companies are always changing their formulas, so check the ingredients regularly.
It seems that Muscle Milk powder as well as the Ready to Drink bottle is now over 1,000 mg of potassium in a 17 oz. serving.

[boswife]

Wow Zach,  I almost got the Muscle Milk just yesterday because of a past writing.  Glad ya woke me up on that awareness..  Just out of curiosity, are you still using the 'designers whey' ?  Or do you know if it's still good one??  Thanks for your help..  so much to learn and you've done a lot of learnen to share 

[Rerun]

There is a protein drink called Nepro made especially for dialysis patients.  It is high in protein and low in Potassium and Phos.  It also keeps me full for a long time.  I take it to dialysis for a snack.  Also have a gulp if I'm hungry.  It does count as fluid.  You can order a six pack to try it 1-800-986-8502.  I order by the case.  It is about $2 for an 8oz bottle.  Cheaper than a Starbucks!

[boswife]

thanks rerun!!  now, our problem is, he hates um ALL it seems and with the powder, i can just add the scoop to  2 oz of fluid and be done in a swig...Is the Nupro stuff at all tasty enough to drink enough to get it's benefits???  Thanks!  will love to hear..

[Zach]

Just out of curiosity, are you still using the 'designers whey' ?  Or do you know if it's still good one??

Yes, I do still use Designer Whey.

I use the "natural" non-flavored version, and add my own flavoring and sugar.
The flavored versions use an artificial sweetener, which I try to avoid on non-dialysis days.

I'm going to try to make ice cream (or something frozen) with the Designer Whey.
I'll post it in recipes if it works out well.

[jdwills83]

Does anyone know if Body Fortress Whey Protein is ok to make protein shakes with?  I noticed it does have some potassium in it???...?

[boswife]

Thanks Zach, and we did the 'natural' too :-)   Will love to hear if the icecream thing works out so be sure to let us know.. AND.......... your chili recepie you gave,,,,oh my goodness!!  a huge hit here!! simply DELICIOUS!!

 
And jdwills83, i'll be anxiously awaiting about the Body Fortress question.. My son uses that but he ihas no "known" issues so couldnt tell ya but will be good to hear an answer.

[Zach]

 

[Quickfeet]

I'm glad I found this thread. I use to love meat, but it seems like I have to force it into my diet these days.

[Rerun]

thanks rerun!!  now, our problem is, he hates um ALL it seems and with the powder, i can just add the scoop to  2 oz of fluid and be done in a swig...Is the Nupro stuff at all tasty enough to drink enough to get it's benefits???  Thanks!  will love to hear..

Well, I like it.  It comes in 8oz bottles and you can order a six-pack just to try it.  I like the Butter Pecan, but they have berry and vanilla.