Reddit reviews Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Powder - Pasture Raised, Grass Fed, unflavored 20 oz

I had only one at 32, via c-section as well. Similar situation as far as living 20-25min away from the NICU where my babe is. We’ve formed a routine over the last 3 weeks (he’s still learning to take the bottle). Recovery is hard, but I can share what’s worked for us.

Re: c-section — You’ll likely be walking quite a bit. As hard as this seems, I think it’s partially what led me to a quick healing process. Tylenol and Ibuprofen are going to be life for a couple weeks. I wore a belly band about a week after surgery. This made a huge difference in how I was able to move around. Granny panties (the cheap kind from Hanes work well...I joked w/my husband when we were looking at the store, “I want my belly button to disappear” bc that’s how high they went) are super helpful as well. If you can sleep somewhat elevated, it helped me in getting in and out of bed for about the first two weeks. My morning coffee also has a scoop of collagen in it; I’m not a doctor, but I have healed really well & I think this has helped, possibly. I’ve tried to rest when I can, walk when I have to, and accept all the crazy changes I have no control over.

I also attempt to control the little things. My phone’s alarms were set up every few hours and labeled either “Ibuprofen/Motrin + pump” or “Tylenol + pump.” I can send you my exact routine if you’re interested. I pump 8-10x/day and am currently producing just enough for my 35+4 little man, so I’m not stellar but I’m still going. I keep reminding myself that my only goal is to keep pumping and I’ll worry about production more once he’s actually home.

Re: visits to the hospital — Not being able to sleep there has been one of the biggest challenges for us, especially with me healing from a c-section. We’re also trying to budget, so eating at the hospital 2-3x/day isn’t ideal either. We have a daily schedule to visit for two of his cares, one at 9am and the other at 3pm. This gives me the opportunity to have some broken sleep (yay for pumping) and we eat at home. I sometimes squeeze in a nap before the 3pm visit, which helps. We also plan on staying in between visits once he gets closer to coming home.

Having the slight breaks gives us time to take care of our dogs, the house, and attempt to nest bc that didn’t happen how I had planned before he decided to make an appearance. Not to mention, we had moved to an new state just three weeks before I went into labor. This new routine is now just our normal. We do what we can and that’s all we can do. Sending you hugs bc I know this can feel challenging, but I’m told it will be over before we know it.

Edit: Updated drug names bc I don’t know things lol

Not OP but I like Vital Proteins. Tasteless, odorless, textureless.

I bought collagen powder on a recommendation from another redditor, to go with my quest coconut oil powder that I am absolutely IN LOVE with (it makes your coffee taste like Swiss Miss without the sugary feel - though with a splash of SF vanilla my coffee is amazing! Anyway, I bought it to combat my ever more crappy nails. Dear lord, I am drinking the most filling coffee ever. Instead of 2-3 cups of just coconut fat, a single serving of each divided into two cups is amazingly filling. Wow. 8g of fat and 18g of protein out of the gates. And I hope my nails grow!! The collagen (to those who wonder) is flavorless, and with the coconut oil powder and vanilla, it's just creamy frothy coffee. (I use a milk frother)

I've been bad about tracking, but I've also been lifting so I've just tried to eat when I am hungry... okay, maybe I haven't been quite so careful. I woke up today 1lb up, but 1 lb up from my lowest... well within my happy window of success. Today my husband played hookie, so while I wait for my kiln to cool off, we're going to sneak off for breakfast and a matinee of the Magical Beasts movie!! Not a terrible way to go. Although after this coffee, I'd be happy seeing the movie first and then eating... but not sure he could do that. And he's supportive of the fact that I have to hit the gym, and may go with me. Where was he wednesday when I got pinned under the bench press bar, lol.

I also do OMAD and worry about getting enough protein. I put BCAA powder and this collagen powder in my water bottle I take to the gym. It breaks the fast since there are 72 calories and 18 G of protein in one serving. I was previously just doing BCAAs and I can’t say that I’ve noticed a difference since I’ve added the collagen powder, but at least I don’t have to cram a protein shake in with dinner.

Absolutely! Your welcome.

I personally chose to take my collagen in capsule form because the powders tasted funny and it was too much maintenance for me. I’d always forget to add the powder to my drink.

Codeage Multi Collagen Protein Capsules, Type I, II, III, V, X, Grass Fed, All in One Super Bone Broth with Collagen, 90 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076V14RBV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_otpXDbJMH81TN

But if you do t mind the powder here’s another one that is highly rated.

Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Powder - Pasture Raised, Grass Fed, unflavored 20 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K6JUG4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LMpXDbWVHEWPH


I use this rosehip oil and it lasts me about a month.

Aria Starr Rosehip Seed Oil Cold Pressed For Face, Skin, Acne Scars - 100% Pure Natural Moisturizer - 4 OZ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9XS6B6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DFpXDb7TXCS1G

I use this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Proteins-Collagen-Peptides-Pasture-Raised/dp/B00K6JUG4K?th=1

I have tried Bulletproof as well, but wasn't a big fan, only because it has a little taste and is very clumpy and harder to mix. Vital Proteins just dissolves.

Hi there! I use this brand:
https://www.amazon.com/NeoCell-Super-Collagen-Powder-Ounces/dp/B0011DJ71I

And my mom really likes this brand:
https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Proteins-Collagen-Peptides-Pasture-Raised/dp/B00K6JUG4K

I’ve never tried my moms brand.
Thanks to everyone for sticking up for me. It is just my opinion which is what the OP asked for.

thanks,.

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EDIT, it can be dangerous probably, just read about it by accident here :-) :

https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Proteins-Collagen-Peptides-Pasture-Raised/dp/B00K6JUG4K/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1538561374&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=collagen&th=1#customerReviews

I took this product as directed once a day in my coffee for several months and loved what it did for my hair. That said, I began experiencing severe bone and back pain and found out I had dangerously high levels of calcium in my blood. This was the only supplement I was taking so I stopped immediately and within two days my bone pain was gone and within a few weeks my blood levels were normal again.
My doctor warned that he’s seen this a lot since people began using collagen supplements so aggressively. It can cause hypercalcemia in some people so take this as a word of warning. High calcium levels can cause bone pain and kidney stones and can be dangerous.

Ugh. I thought I didn't have them with my first, but I realized I just couldn't see them on my underbelly????? Just a thought if you're interested, I've been taking this https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Proteins-Pasture-Raised-Grass-Fed-Collagen/dp/B00K6JUG4K/ref=sr_1_8_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1487174652&sr=8-8&keywords=collagen&th=1 and it has some other good vanity and health benefits too? Can't exactly report on if it's helping that specific problem, but it's really easy to take.

Thank you for this!!! Honestly, the thing I struggle with the most is no sugar or milk in my coffee. I LOVE my coffees and that little bit of sweetness is something I consistently look forward to. I'll definitely try this! (that said, is the oil necessary? Does it still taste good without it?)

Also, which Peptides powder do you use? This is the one I found, but I also see this creamer one.

I'm sorry you're having trouble with meals!

Have you looked at collagen powder? I like this one because it doesn't have any smell. You sort of have to dissolve it in something, so I usually mix it in tea or coffee.

I like to blend frozen banana into my protein shakes, and for extra calories, if you can eat almonds you could also try mixing in almond butter.

"I don't really care for sweets" --usually works better for me than "can't" but YMMV

This is my go to protein powder, but I only use it on days when I'm not really in the mood to eat meat. It goes pretty well in coffee and I even had some mixed with peanut butter once and I couldn't taste it at all.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K6JUG4K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I get this from amazon. I'm not toooo sure what it does to my skin to be completely honest with you, but only because I'm freakishly obsessed with skincare stuff and I don't know which exact products are helping me out LOL. shout out to /r/asianbeauty

Sorry!

1. It's a powdered animal protein--much like gelatin--that supports joint health, and helps with hair, skin, and nails. Totally unflavored. Can be used in cooking or it dissolves in hot or cold liquids. I swear by it. Here's what I buy.
   
2. Two scoops is one serving per the label, which is 20 grams.

I am taking collagen (in powder form) in hopes my hair gets stronger (I have a lot of strands, but they are thin.) So far it's made my hair longer and helped my nails and eyelashes. Might be worth a try!

Hey girl, I'm there with you! Sucralose gives me migraines so I can't have it either. I like the BCAA capsules (even though they're large, they're something my body can handle without headaches) and I also use Quest protein powders (contain less than 2% Sucralose and I find this doesn't really affect me) and protein bars. You could also try using collagen powders that are unflavored like Vital Proteins unflavored, or even do the Isopure zero carb protein powder, which is unflavored/unsweetened.

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I don't take preworkout, so unfortunately I don't have a lot of advice to offer there, especially if you're looking for caffeine free. Have you tried capsules instead of powders for these? Here's one I just found online: https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/evlution-nutrition/pumpmode.html

There is a BCAA powder from XTend that is free from artificial sweeteners. The GNC person helped me find it. Link: https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/scivation/xtend-free.html?skuId=SV4090069&PLASKU=SV4090069&mcid=CG_PLA_US_OD_Segment_US_New_Desktop_High_Margin&gclid=CjwKCAjwxILdBRBqEiwAHL2R8-YGa6FIsJkQwe6gFUNCBflu35-6bhp5-_BZvT2qnbfJ5gzLSWO5khoCUOUQAvD_BwE

Vital Proteins Pasture-Raised, Grass-Fed Collagen Peptides (20 oz) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K6JUG4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BcEszb647G26A

https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Proteins-Collagen-Peptides-Pasture-Raised/dp/B00K6JUG4K
This is the brand I got but there’s different brands. This one is just at Costco.

I have that exact same peptide container! It is this - https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Proteins-Pasture-Raised-Grass-Fed-Hydrolyzed/dp/B00K6JUG4K?th=1