kids and protien powder

[fmorrow6]

both my 3 yo son and my 1 1/2 yo daughter LOVE my protien shakes. Is sis harmful to them to have a small glass at bfast, like instead of choco milk or oj with their cereal. It is just protien, I know, but I want to make sure it's not too harsh for their tummies.

 

[gymmum]

both my 3 yo son and my 1 1/2 yo daughter LOVE my protien shakes. Is sis harmful to them to have a small glass at bfast, like instead of choco milk or oj with their cereal. It is just protien, I know, but I want to make sure it's not too harsh for their tummies.

What else is in the protein??

 

[fmorrow6]

It's just elite whey chocolate flavor. I'm not exactly sure. Wow, that's a scary thought, I've been putting this in my body, but never REALLY looked at the ingredients. Hmmmm........

 

[necia]

I give my son a shot, that's like 2 ozs daily. He can't get anymore than that, only because of the price, lol. Seems to soothe him.

Necia

 

[fmorrow6]

Unfortunately, my kids are little piggies. When I make my shake, they stand around me with their mouths open making noises until I pour it into glasses for them and make myself a new one. They aren't constipated or having digestive problems, so I assume it's okay. But if it's not, then I'll lock myself in the bathroom and chug it down.

 

[fmorrow6]

I would assume it's better for them than sugary nestle quick, especially if I put berries or a banana in it for them, right?

 

[superqt4u2nv]

I would assume it's better for them than sugary nestle quick, especially if I put berries or a banana in it for them, right?

Yeah I had several customers come into the store that gave there kids whey protien. As long as they don't have a problem digesting it they should be fine and it is for sure better then nestle or any of that junk.

 

[jenscats5]

I can't see how it could be harmful -- and I would agree it's better for them than junk food - especially if you put fruit in it. Can you make a call to their pediatrician, maybe talk to the nurse & just ask?? Or maybe look it up on Google??

 

[jenscats5]

I found this on my first search:

Children: Because whey protein stabilizes blood sugar, it has been effective in improving the attention of children, particularly those afflicted with ADD and ADHD.

Toddlers: Whey protein isolate is composed of the same basic proteins that are found in human breast milk, making EnergyFirst Shakes the perfect meal for young children.

*Only those with an allergy to milk proteins should avoid whey protein.

 

[fmorrow6]

Cool, So it's actually *good* for them, not just *better* than nestle. YAY!!!

 

[Evil_Frisky]

Check the ingredients just to make sure whats in it... Some protein shakes have Creatine and other things in them, which imo shouldn't be given to kids.

 

[fmorrow6]

Thanks Frisky. This one only has various protiens and "flavoring". By the way, is everything okay at ur job?

 

[Evil_Frisky]

Thanks Frisky. This one only has various protiens and "flavoring". By the way, is everything okay at ur job?

hey hun

went in for the first round of meetings and I must say I was supported 100% even reminded, when I made a comment about not wanting to stir the waters, that it wasn't me that stirred the waters.. and that I needn't blame myself at all.

They went into meeting with my boss and then will go into meeting with The guy. I will find out what will happen from there.

I work for some amazing people, love my job and my superiors... I can go to them with any thing I need and feel very comfortable with them, not sure why I didn't express this earler on..

 

[Daisy_Girl]

I'd check with their Ped. Don;t go haf-cocked off what some people gather if healthy for a VERY young child.

Likely, it is fine. But isn't it worth asking your Ped about????

 

[fmorrow6]

I'm actually in the process of looking for a new pediatrician. I ABSOLUTELY despise the one they have now. Long story, but I don't trust her as far as I can throw her. But I did call 2 pediatricians out of the phone book, and of course, because I wasn't a patient, they never called me back. I called their current, and I use the term EXTREMELY loosely, 'doctor', three times and she hasn't called me back. But, my mother in law is a pediatric nurse, and she says it's okay for them, but wouldn't recommend giving it to them more than once a day.

And Frisky, I'm glad everything has gone okay so far!!! I wish you the best. It truly sucks when you think you have to leave a job for something that's not even your fault!