Hi Everyone--

So interesting that I come upon this question today. I went to the health food store yesterday and asked for a meal replacement shake. The clerk pointed me to a product that he said he sells as meal replacement even though it is clearly marked on the canister that it is NOT to be used for that purpose, but rather as a food supplement. It has 21 grams of protein and a bunch of amino acids in each scoop. I compared it to another protein powder I use almost daily. It, too, says that it's a supplement not a replacement, has 16 grams of protein and a lot of vitamins, but no amino acids. I'm completely stumped as to which is the better product.

I'm pre-surgery, but wanted to lose some poundage between now and what I hope will be my surgery month. I attend a support group tomorrow at my surgeon's office. It's led by the nutritionist. I'll ask her what the difference is between a protein drink and a meal replacement and if I get a good answer I'll check back in.

Best to everyone,
Beautylocs

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Pre-surgery weight: 325
Goal weight: 165
Seminar date: September 24, 2008
Psych eval: November 6, 2008
Insurance approval: December 30, 2008
Surgery date: February 16, 2009

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