Protein powders

[bobbyfloyd]

Hello to all, does anyone with C O P D or similar use protein powders, i have read they are good for muscle wastage and energy, on another matter got an appointment with a cardiologist on this Wednesday as having trouble with the old ticker and will ask them about protein powders as well but would like to hear from someone who uses them and what benefit if any they give, thank you all

[knitter]

I have tried two different ones in the past. They are milk based or mixed with milk so not suitable for everyone.

I did put on weight , which I needed to, and I have osteoporosis , but noticed no difference in my COPD / asthma.

I must admit I still have one packet in the back of the cupboard, not used .

[Sevenstar]

Hi , well I have Bronchiectasis and last year I broke my knee , within weeks my legs resembled a chickens legs ! A fitness guru friend told me to drink protein powders to help build muscle as I don't eat much meat, but ,as with the above comment, I drank about 2/4 and it's also in the back of the cupboard! Anyway in a nutshell I'm told it does the job !

[Ergendl]

You could dry fortifying milk drinks and custard with additional powdered milk. A lot cheaper, and can be useful if you run out of milk anytime.