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Posted 7/4/2013 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
I see a few things that I have read about here that may help UC (glutamine, sunflower, bromelain)

I'd avoid corn syrup solids if I had a choice, but...

Protein Matrix Comprised of (Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate, Calcium Caseinate, Micellar Casein, Milk Protein Isolate, Egg Albumen and Glutamine Peptides), Polydextrose, Sunflower Powder (Sunflower Oil, Corn Syrup Solids, Sodium Caseinate, Mono- & Di-Glycerides, Dipotassium Phosphate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin and Tocopherols), Natural & Artificial Flavors, MCT Powder (Medium Chain Triglycerides, Non-Fat Dry Milk, Disodium Phosphate, and Silicon Dioxide), Lecithin, Cellulose Gum, FD&C Yellow #5, Salt, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Papain and Bromelain.

Posted 7/4/2013 2:00 AM (GMT 0)
I have been brought down by "natural and artificial flavors", no telling what is included in that.
The rest of that list is scary to me. Better living through chemicals?
Posted 7/4/2013 2:13 AM (GMT 0)
Just wanted to say that the things you mentioned may help UC can actually be bad for UC in some people. Sunflower and Bromelain tanked me. Interesting other list. Is that a recipe for something?
Posted 7/4/2013 2:21 AM (GMT 0)
Sounds like a protein powder. Weightlifters use a lot of the same things we do. Is there any particular reason you want to take this - meal replacement, weight gain, liquid diet?
Posted 7/4/2013 2:37 AM (GMT 0)
Id say the funky things are the corn, soy, food coloring, gums, and sugar products.
Posted 7/4/2013 2:50 AM (GMT 0)
not something I would consume -
Posted 7/4/2013 3:27 AM (GMT 0)
It is a protein shake. Would like to use as low-cal meal replacement. Despite not being able to contain any food for longer than 20-30 minutes for months, I am too heavy.
Posted 7/4/2013 3:32 AM (GMT 0)
I'd have severe discomfort about 5 - 6 hours from the protein whey and definitely from the sucralose and the Acesulfame.

I don't know what other ones would be a better bet...all you can do is try them.

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Posted 7/4/2013 3:43 AM (GMT 0)
It is possible to get 100% whey protein, or 99% the only other ingredient in the one I had was I think sunflower something. Used as an emulsifier or something.
Posted 7/4/2013 4:04 AM (GMT 0)
ya, I think you can find something better -
Posted 7/4/2013 4:49 AM (GMT 0)
i was told by my naturopath that any whey-based protein can be a problem for people with IBD or other digestive issues. you should look for something with rice protein instead. my recommendations for healthy protein powders that can be used as meal replacements are:

mediclear by thorne research:
http://www.iherb.com/Thorne-Research-MediClear-34-6-oz-980-g/18152
http://www.thorne.com/Products/Amino_Acids_Proteins/Protein_Supplements/prd~SP640.jsp;jsessionid=bScsRJ9Gzh6yTfQDVthBPYJYJnW0rMcTDTZY2CqpJJ2Yg2QhnbtT!482754751
there is alot of mumbo jumbo about having to use this in conjunction with an elimination diet - but if you read further through their site they also say it is fine to use once per day as a meal replacement. i use this often in my smoothies & i love it. even in just water i found it tasted fine & actually left me feeling full.

harmonized vegan protein by proventive nutritional therapies:
http://www.iherb.com/Proventive-Nutritional-Therapies-Harmonized-Vegan-Protein-Unflavored-24-6-oz-700-g/30337
have only used this one a couple of times, but with no adverse side effects. its rice based & has lots of good stuff in there for you.


i am totally guilty of eating too many processed foods, but when it comes to protein powders or meal supplements, you really shouldn't be bothering with it if you can't read half the ingredients or understand what they are derived from.
Posted 7/4/2013 12:00 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks everyone.

I will look into the rice-based formulas you mentioned, handfulofrain.

All I know is I would rather use whey protein than soy protein...EW.

Earlier this year, I tried every protein shake that was available as a single-serve pouch...dozens.

ALL of the soy blends went straight to the garbage.

Rice protein sounds promising.

I am not intolerant of dairy, but prefer not to use it as a base, so I used various concotions of coconut milk and almond milk that I purchased.

I have since acquired a Vitamix and can make my own without added ingredients.

Heck, if I could make it taste good, I could even just wing it myself without buying powders.

The brand I listed ingredients for is Syntha-6, which is the best-tasting, and I already have huge jugs of it in Vanilla, Banana and Cappucino.

Posted 7/4/2013 1:03 PM (GMT 0)
50g of protein per 200 calories is a great ratio, and you may have success with it.

I prefer to diet with food, but it is hard for me to get enough protein sometimes, so I've also tried protein shakes.

I was actually doing a Body for Life type of diet when I developed UC. I don't think they're related, but after I ate some bad shrimp and got sick for six weeks, I couldn't tolerate the whey protein anymore.

I have not bothered with weight loss since diagnosis. I've been on steroids for 13 months, so I don't think there's any point right now :)
Posted 7/4/2013 1:12 PM (GMT 0)
Nope.
Posted 7/4/2013 1:44 PM (GMT 0)
What are you answering to with "Nope"?

Nope, there is nothing particulaly bad there?

Nope, to protein shakes?

 

Posted 7/4/2013 1:55 PM (GMT 0)
YIKES! look at all the warnings for syntha-6 - have you seen these? looks like it does have some soy in it :P
http://www.iherb.com/BSN-Syntha-6-Meal-Replacement-or-Addition-Banana-2-91-lb-1-32-kg/24880

"Allergen Information: Contains milk, egg, wheat, and soy (lecithin) ingredients.

Allergen Warning: Manufactured on equipment, which processes products containing milk, egg, soybeans, wheat, shellfish, fish oil, tree nuts, and peanut flavor.

This product contains ingredients of international and domestic origin.
Warnings

Note: Before consuming Syntha-6 seek advice from a physician if you are unaware of your current health condition, have any pre-existing medical condition, taking any medication, planning any medical procedure, pregnant, nursing, or contemplating pregnancy. Reduce or discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur such as but not limited to gastrointestinal discomfort. "
Posted 7/4/2013 2:13 PM (GMT 0)
"What are you answering to with "Nope"?"



"I have not bothered with weight loss since diagnosis. I've been on steroids for 13 months, so I don't think there's any point right now :)"

"Nope."
Posted 7/4/2013 2:18 PM (GMT 0)
I am not sensitive to any of those things AFAIK.

Most "health" promoting items are sold with some sort of disclaimer about seeing a physician.

This stuff ends up being a 200-300 calorie meal replacement depending on what you mix it with.

And it tastes good, unlike many other (soy) based shakes.

Meh...I will still look into the rice proteins.

 

Posted 7/4/2013 2:19 PM (GMT 0)
Soystud:
"What are you answering to with "Nope"?"

"I have not bothered with weight loss since diagnosis. I've been on steroids for 13 months, so I don't think there's any point right now :)"

"Nope."

OBTUSE, MUCH?
Posted 7/4/2013 4:42 PM (GMT 0)
To the question.
Posted 7/4/2013 5:05 PM (GMT 0)
Much better Protein Shake mixtures out there than what you listed. There are many ingredients I would not eat. I would recommend: Biochem Sports 100% Natural Whey Protein powder. It is free of artificial hormones, wheat and gluten free, 99& indenatured, fat free and 99% lactose free.

Good stuff for sure. You can pay less for Protein powder but what you get are chemicals and other crap that do more harm than good.

BTW-The Sunflower Oil listed is NOT the same as sunflower butter/seeds and does not help in the same way.

Best...
Posted 7/4/2013 5:48 PM (GMT 0)
All that stuff looks fun and all.... but don't take protein shakes unless you actually work out. It's not going to help you diet. If you really want to, as stated by others, that mix up there is not the way to go.
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