Here's what's new in protein, it's all the craze. 

Quest Bar 

High in fiber and protein and low in fat, sugar, and carbs.   

Available at GNC

Protein powders and shakes are usually suggested during the weight loss phase after having weight loss surgery, even for lap-banders. So which protein shakes do you choose?

My suggestion is to try as many as you can, to find several that you like. These supplements are for your health and weight loss and the period you use them could be for quite a while. This time will depend on your weight loss and the advice of your surgeon or dietitian. 

Having several that you enjoy is the key.Having some for variety, even flavors you can mix and match according to your nutritional needs and taste.

Bariatric TV just did a great video on supplements. They had a great point also...you usually find that you are more likely to take the supplement when you like the taste. The important thing is getting in the protein. Make sure that your protein choice is high quality and good tasting.  Some companies offer samples. 

Here's a new one..."Click" Espresso Protein Drink 

Spiru-tein comes in lots of flavors and variety of options, such as wafers and powders. Unsweetened, one servings packets are also available. 

Available at Loveys Market and Tidal Creek Co-Op. 

Spiru-tein powder is not quite as high in protien as some other protein supplements, but it is low in carbs, sugar, fat and calories. 

You can still take advantage of the huge variety of flavors offered by Spiru-tein by adding additional grams of unflavored protein to Spriu-tein. 

I'm always trying new protein options.

I recently made a trip to GNC for a quick glance for anything new and I love their Oh Yeah protein bars...what I discovered is a new protein shake.

GNC Total Lean. New. 

I tried the ready to use shake 14 oz bottle , but it also comes in powders in bulk and several different flavors. (Make sure you check the label on the powder). 

I tried the Swiss Chocolate...Oh yumm! 

I think I'm addicted!  

It's lactose free.

Packs 25 grams of protein in one bottle.

170 calories, only 6 fat grams, 6 grams carbs, 3 grams fiber, 2 grams sugar. 

It tastes a lot like the Oh Yeah Chocolate but with fewer calories per serving. 

Give it a try...

Boku...sounds like a wonderful way say good morning...and you will definitely have a good day after tasting this one!

Here's the scoop! 

• doctor formulated
• full spectrum amino acids
• sprouted brown rice protein
• whole grain
• "super" enzymes
• 26 grams of protein per serving
• dairy, wheat, gluten and soy free
• non GMO
• Vegan certified
• USDA certified organic 

Each 3 TBsp serving has

•  126 calories
• 1g fat
• 3g carbs
• 1g fiber
• 2g sugars
• and 26g protein.

It's tasty goodness comes from its organic ingredients of sprouted brown rice protein, coconut, maple syrup, acacia, and vanilla beans...yumm, no wonder it taste so good.

www.bokusuperfood.com