Author Topic: Whey protein pre op?  (Read 2035 times)

Offline cursed1

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Hello,
I forgot to ask my doctor and the office is closed till Monday. I will be getting my surgery done in 2 weeks but I was wondering if its OK to take Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Protein? I know I shouldn't take anything with Vitamin E and Fish Oil as it will thinning my blood but I forgot to ask him about Whey.
This is whats in the protein:
2 Lbs. Tropical Punch
Supplement Facts
Serving Size1Rounded Scoop(30.4g)
Servings Per Container30
 
Amount Per Serving  
 
Calories 120  
Calories From Fat 10  
 
 % Daily Value*
 
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Trans Fat 0g  
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 60mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Sugars 1g  
Protein 24g  
 
Vitamin A  0%
Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  10%
Iron  0%
 
Not a Significant Source of Dietary Fiber
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
 
Ingredients
Protein Blend(Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Peptides), Natural And Artificial Flavors, Lecithin, Beet Color, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Sucralose, Aminogen®, Yellow #5& 6, Lactase.
  
ALLERGEN INFORMATION: Contains Milk And Soy (Lecithin) Ingredients.
 

Thank you so much!!!!

Offline Litlriki

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I do not limit my patients' intake of protein supplements, including whey protein of the type you describe.

Rick Silverman
Dr. Silverman, M.D.
Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
29 Crafts Street
Suite 370
Newton, MA 02458
617-965-9500
800-785-7860
www.ricksilverman.com
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Offline cursed1

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Thank you Dr. Rick. You helped me with 2 questions now and have been a great help! I really appreciate it.  :)

Offline DrPensler

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I like patients to take protein and have a balanced diet prior to surgery.
Jay M. Pensler,M.D.
680 North Lake Shore Drive
suite 1125
Chicago,Illinois 60611
(312) 642-7777
http://www.gynecomastiachicago.com


 

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