Guest guest Posted June 2, 2012 Report Share Posted June 2, 2012 Hi, Since I'm fairly new to the group, this subject may have already been covered - adding protein to a smoothie. Can I add protein powder to a smoothie and have it count towards my protein for the day? Or should I concentrate on adding protein as a whole food to daily food intake? Thanks - Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2012 Report Share Posted June 2, 2012 Another new " girl " ! Any Uk enthusiasts? Some of the recipes contain American products and you may have been able to find UK alternatives. Also trying to do sensible Atkins, so are there any smoothies without fruit? Thanks. > > Hi, > Since I'm fairly new to the group, this subject may have already been covered - adding protein to a smoothie. Can I add protein powder to a smoothie and have it count towards my protein for the day? Or should I concentrate on adding protein as a whole food to daily food intake? > Thanks - Jan > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2012 Report Share Posted June 2, 2012 I don't see any mention of whey protein powder. Maybe I missed this? Whey is one of the most easily digested forms of high quality proteins. Forget about soy, as over 98% of it is GMO. Not to mention other health risks associated with ingesting soy. Whey is a great way to add protein to your diet. I used a lot of whey when I was pregnant and wanted to really up the amount of proein I was getting. Just make sure to get a high quality whey that is made from grass fed cows that are not on antibiotics or given bovine growth hormones. The whey that I like is USDA organic and called " Whey to Health " . 1 scoop contains 8 grams of protein. I usually add 2 scoops of whey per smoothie. I also like to add hemp seeds, chia seeds, nut milks (macadamia nut milk is great), and will be trying raw egg yolks when I start getting pastured organic eggs from a local farm soon. > > Hi, > Since I'm fairly new to the group, this subject may have already been covered - adding protein to a smoothie. Can I add protein powder to a smoothie and have it count towards my protein for the day? Or should I concentrate on adding protein as a whole food to daily food intake? > Thanks - Jan > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2012 Report Share Posted June 2, 2012 Hi Tony, How sweet does the smoothie have to be to not taste the raw egg? I want to start adding raw egg yolks when I get some quality local pastured eggs. We don't do fruit smoothies here (my toddler can't handle all the sugar), but I do a lot of " ice creams " made with nut milks, and about 1/4 cup palm sugar or honey with raw cacao powder and coconut butter. If I throw a raw egg yolk into this mix, will it taste eggy? Do you have a favorite raw egg smoothie recipe that you wouldn't mind sharing? > > Yes raw. > > > or > www.mercola.com > > When I first saw a Vitamix demo in the 80's the demonstrator put a whole > raw egg in the smoothie. > Shell and all. > > With enough sweet fruit you won't even know it's there. > > As for veggies I get them from steak. I figure cows eat veggies so I > can get them that way. > > Tony > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2012 Report Share Posted June 2, 2012 I use an egg smoothie in the mornings... it's super quick when I don't have time or just don't feel like eating anything else.... 3/4 cup boiling water coconut oil (I usually use about 2 TBSP, but if you're not used to using coconut oil, start slowly; it's antifungal/antibacterial, so does some detoxing ) 1 egg cocoa or cacao nibs to taste (I just started using the nibs the other day and prefer them to the cocoa-they will melt in the boiling water) stevia, if you want some sweetening. Put all ingredients in VM and blend..... you can adjust amounts of any of the ingredients to your liking.... I found it tasted like hot chocolate if I got it right. Occasionally I add 1/2 tsp of matcha tea to it as well Re: Protein Hi Tony,How sweet does the smoothie have to be to not taste the raw egg?I want to start adding raw egg yolks when I get some quality local pastured eggs. We don't do fruit smoothies here (my toddler can't handle all the sugar), but I do a lot of "ice creams" made with nut milks, and about 1/4 cup palm sugar or honey with raw cacao powder and coconut butter. If I throw a raw egg yolk into this mix, will it taste eggy? Do you have a favorite raw egg smoothie recipe that you wouldn't mind sharing? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 2, 2012 Report Share Posted June 2, 2012 +1 on the eggs. Sometimes I throw the whole egg in. Shell and all. Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2012 Report Share Posted June 3, 2012 Thank you! Will be experimenting shortly. My little guy loves hot chocolate- actually he's 4 and dairy free/gluten free. I use coconut milk and raw cacao powder + a touch of palm sugar. I'll try blending in an egg yolk and see what happens. The extra protein would be great in the morning. The coconut oil we also use to help our son detox. I just put 1 tablespoon in his cod liver oil and he doesn't seem to mind it at all, and I haven't noticed any type of die off type reaction. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2012 Report Share Posted June 3, 2012 I've been trying various things for Protein, etc... One pretty great source for this and MANY other things is Swanson's, on line. ( Recommended to me by a top doctor specializing in allergies,etc) Plus their prices are great, as is their quality. For protein they have various single sources,etc. http://www.swansonvitamins.com/ Sally R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2012 Report Share Posted June 3, 2012 I use plant proteins. chlorella and spirulena (spelling). i also add non flavored whey based protein.Sent from my Samsung Epicâ„¢ 4G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2012 Report Share Posted June 3, 2012 Sally, it is sad when we can't trust doctors, but I must say that Swansons is loaded with potential allergens. Their whey protein powder contains corn, soy and wheat ingredients, although the label makes it look otherwise. The blatent term " natural flavors " can and usually does contain many ingredients to BE that ingredient, but they are not required to list those individually-a real blow to those of us with allergies! Just wanted to give you a heads up on that (I learned the hard way, ending up in the ER with an extreme allergic reactions) For protein, I use organic red quinoa, which is a protein in its own right. I cook up a large batch at the beginning of the week, and keep it stored in a mason jar in my fridge, adding a scoop to baked goods or smoothies as needed. > > I've been trying various things for Protein, etc... > One pretty great source for this and MANY other things is Swanson's, on line. ( Recommended to me by a top doctor specializing in allergies,etc) > Plus their prices are great, as is their quality. > For protein they have various single sources,etc. > http://www.swansonvitamins.com/ > Sally R > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2012 Report Share Posted June 3, 2012 Another thing to consider is that whey made from conventional milk may very well have RBGH - bovine growth hormone, and that the cows were fed GMO grain so its in the milk so its in your whey. I have found a great whey that is USDA organic, and made from grass fed cows, and has no flavor called Whey to Health - can be purchased from a health food store. > > > > I've been trying various things for Protein, etc... > > One pretty great source for this and MANY other things is Swanson's, on line. ( Recommended to me by a top doctor specializing in allergies,etc) > > Plus their prices are great, as is their quality. > > For protein they have various single sources,etc. > > http://www.swansonvitamins.com/ > > Sally R > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 ,hi.. Thanks for the reply... I certainly understand what you were saying... and I use quinoa quite a bit as well. <g> Not every product that Swanson's carries is allergy free.... The doctor in question was recommending specific items that Swanson's has....many are of better quality than those available elsewhere and at a great price. And example of this would be their CoQ10, for instance. Regarding the protein, they have quite a few types from various sources, not simply whey. Just thought these might be of help to some of the list members. I,personally, have other medical issues but not allergies and Swanson's has been a good source for many things that I need, and at a good price. Certainly, each item should be evaluated separately by a potential purchaser. Sally R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2012 Report Share Posted June 4, 2012 I agree Sally. I have been using Swanson's products for years too. I think we can all stipulate that if a product or food makes you ill you shouldn't use it. Tom From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Sally RSent: Monday, June 04, 2012 10:59 AMVitamix groupSubject: Fw: Protein ,hi..Thanks for the reply...I certainly understand what you were saying... and I use quinoa quite a bit as well. <g> Not every product that Swanson's carries is allergy free.... The doctor in question was recommending specific items that Swanson's has....many are of better quality than those available elsewhere and at a great price. And example of this would be their CoQ10, for instance. Regarding the protein, they have quite a few types from various sources, not simply whey. Just thought these might be of help to some of the list members. I,personally, have other medical issues but not allergies and Swanson's has been a good source for many things that I need, and at a good price. Certainly, each item should be evaluated separately by a potential purchaser.Sally R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 Hi all,Just wondering if you get into the particulars about protein isolates vs. concentrates when educating/interacting and making recommendations for PRO supplements to pts.?! Margeaux Maniatis, BASc, RD | Registered Clinical Dietitian Surgical Weight Loss Centre www.swlc.ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 I definitely do in my pre-op classes as well as post-op visits. I think it’s important to educate the patient about this just at you would knowing the difference between 100% whole grain and wheat flour. I do leave it up to them to make the decision because I have some patients who cannot afford the better quality protein, but I do want to at least educate on it and help them understand that they are getting more for their money. Abby Herrick, RD, LD, cPT MyNewSelf Bariatrics Program Dietitian and Wellness Coordinator (314) 966-9645 abby.herrick@... www.mynewselfbariatrics.com Be the change you wish to see in the world ~Gandhi From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of margeaux@... Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2012 9:58 AM Subject: RE: Protein Hi all, Just wondering if you get into the particulars about protein isolates vs. concentrates when educating/interacting and making recommendations for PRO supplements to pts.?! Margeaux Maniatis, BASc, RD | Registered Clinical Dietitian Surgical Weight Loss Centre www.swlc.ca Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 3, 2012 Report Share Posted July 3, 2012 Abby, what handouts, outline or discussion material do you use? Thanks for sharing, ilee Slark RD CD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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