Re: supplements Judie/Lisbeth

[Guest guest]

supplements Judie/Lisbeth

>

> a sampler pack of all the existent protein supplements so each post op

> doesn't have to spend a fortune on large quantities just to give the

> stuff a try, and find out they hate it--

>

> How about bite size samples of all the high protein bars (all the

different flavors of Luna, etc.)

>

> Sharon in KY

Building on that -- what about a one-month post-op kit for DS patients,

including nutritional supplements as well as a variety of protein

supplements, hygiene stuff, etc? It seems like there's SO much to gather

before one goes in for surgery, and it just adds to the stress of the whole

process. I would LOVE it if I could spend, say, $150 and get a whole

sampling of everything I'll need for the first month or so. Here's an added

idea: start small and work with the DS surgeon you know best to get him/her

to recommend your kit to his/her patients. And can you please start this by

Dec 2001 so that I can make use of it if my surgery date and insurance come

through?? <g>

alyssa

[Guest guest]

True Alyssa but what about those whom are on medicare and/or medicaid and

those just barely making it with insurance?. The economy right now isnt

that hot either and things could change quickly. It might be a good idea

for later down the road though. You had a good idea that can be filed away!

Judie

[Guest guest]

Maybe such a kit wouldn't cost so much..maybe it would. Either

way, not *everyone* could afford it.

I have some experience with protein powders and drinks. There

are some that I actually LOVE, while others I talk to can't stand

them. On the flip side, there are some that I've tasted that make

me think I'd rather eat cat poop, but I've heard others swear by.

LOL! Everybody is different and everyone reacts differently to

various supplements and/or vitamins, either in the palate,

stomach or the pocketbook.

I think it would be very cool if someone (note I'm excluding

myself) would gather a listing of supplements, etc with the

manufacturers contact information and have everybody vote on

them! Also, it has been my experience that if you write to these

companies - I'm thinking of the protein shakes primarily - and tell

them what you're up to, they are more than happy to send out a

sample. A company who makes protein drinks SHOULD see

dollar signs when faced with bariatric patients who need lifelong

supplementation. Such a company would do good to court them

and make them happy.

> True Alyssa but what about those whom are on medicare

and/or medicaid and

> those just barely making it with insurance?. The economy right

now isnt

> that hot either and things could change quickly. It might be a

good idea

> for later down the road though. You had a good idea that can

be filed away!

>

> Judie