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I would consult a nutritionist; ask MD for a consult appointment if this is available to you. Many supplements that are medical are different from over the counter, or you may seek help in making your OWN nutritious concoctions, dependent on time you have. Best of luck.
I never thought about "medical" supplements. I have three kinds of protein powders I can tolerate and I do add those to food. I just thought it might be "fun" to have a pourable version once-in-a-while to put on cereal. Guess I'll continue to stir in my own powder. You are one of my favorite "answer people" on this forum. I asked you last year if you might be related to any of the Deer family from Menominee, WI and I believe you said, "No," but I think of them when I see your name.
I have some experience here because of kids with intolerances.
it is getting harder to find certain “boutique” supplements in my opinion. Many small companies are being purchased by private equity, and many of my favorite products, some of which I have used for 20 years, are disappearing. My Alive! Ultra Shake, a pea-protein based nutritional shake, that worked so well for my family, is just gone now after the company’s purchase. You would have had several good choices five years ago; not so much anymore.
I really like hemp hemp protein because of the excellent amino acid profile and the mild taste. Comparatively, anyway. Pea protein is popular and might be something to try. We are defaulting to protein powder in smoothies, plus a good multi-vitamin (Rainbow Light is what I am using right now).
Good luck—as companies fail after covid, and sell to private equity, the ingredients get cheaper and not as customer friendly, I am afraid.
Like many other things I think it is a matter or reading all the tiny print on the bottles and weeding out what you can and can't have. You might want to spend some time with Google and search the individual ones you need/want. I am sure there are many that will say that "we" probably do not need most of the supplements that "we" take daily. I did a quick search using "gluten free, dairy free supplements" and quite a few came up but looking at some of them I think soy might be used because it is dairy free. But that was a very quick search, It might be worth a trip to a "specialty" store like Vitamin World if you have one and talk to someone that knows the stock they have. Good luck in your search.
Thanks for your ideas. My best bet so far has been hemp protein powder which can be used to make a drink, but I usually just add it dry to my meal. Most of the "dairy free" ate soy or whey based, and I habe to avoid both. It gets quite amusing when mote and more foods have to be avoided! Thank for giving my question some thought and Happy Valentine's Day!
Consult with a registered dietitian familiar with allergies. You said pea protein was a problem, but in the hospital we found medical supplements with pea protein were liked and well tolerated by the patients. When using alternative "milks" remember that you are not getting the same amount of protein. Some are very low in protein.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
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Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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You are one of my favorite "answer people" on this forum. I asked you last year if you might be related to any of the Deer family from Menominee, WI and I believe you said, "No," but I think of them when I see your name.
it is getting harder to find certain “boutique” supplements in my opinion. Many small companies are being purchased by private equity, and many of my favorite products, some of which I have used for 20 years, are disappearing. My Alive! Ultra Shake, a pea-protein based nutritional shake, that worked so well for my family, is just gone now after the company’s purchase. You would have had several good choices five years ago; not so much anymore.
I really like hemp hemp protein because of the excellent amino acid profile and the mild taste. Comparatively, anyway. Pea protein is popular and might be something to try. We are defaulting to protein powder in smoothies, plus a good multi-vitamin (Rainbow Light is what I am using right now).
Good luck—as companies fail after covid, and sell to private equity, the ingredients get cheaper and not as customer friendly, I am afraid.
You might want to spend some time with Google and search the individual ones you need/want.
I am sure there are many that will say that "we" probably do not need most of the supplements that "we" take daily.
I did a quick search using "gluten free, dairy free supplements" and quite a few came up but looking at some of them I think soy might be used because it is dairy free. But that was a very quick search,
It might be worth a trip to a "specialty" store like Vitamin World if you have one and talk to someone that knows the stock they have.
Good luck in your search.
Thank for giving my question some thought and
Happy Valentine's Day!
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