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[Windy51]

Hi I have ET Jak2neg does anyone know if taking protein shakes is ok I’m trying to loose weight

[Ratton726]

I really don't know about Protein shakes-look at carbs/sugar on labels-to see if they are high.Exercise is best for losing weight-I walk as much as I can- as also have a weight problem-plus I try to eat fairly healthily! (I have ET )

[Windy51 in reply to Ratton726]

Yes I’m on Asprin and Hydrea I think the tablets are helping me put on weight I eat healthy too it’s just seems that I m not allowed to eat much because it always puts on weight I walk for a hour when I can good luck

[Minu68]

Hi windy51

I’m looking at protein drinks for putting on weight... they’re even prescribed for that on the NHS for very underweight people. Though I also know people use them for helping put on muscles, like bodybuilding people.

So I’m not sure they’re the best option for you? Maybe check out dieting products, like weight watchers? I don’t really know, we have opposite weight issues, so I m definitely not an expert on losing weight, but another option is to ask to see a dietician to help with this

You’re doing great walking that much 🙂

[Windy51 in reply to Minu68]

Hi I’m not taking the high protein one just the normal one it called optifast

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