Core Power Protein Shake, Vanilla, 26g Bottle, 14oz, 12 Pack

Cancer treatment causes muscle wasting, appetite loss, and increased protein needs that make meeting nutritional requirements through regular food nearly impossible.

This ready-to-drink protein shake delivers 26g of high-quality complete protein with all 9 essential amino acids in a smooth, easy-to-consume vanilla flavor. Made from ultra-filtered lactose-free milk, it's gentle on treatment-sensitive digestive systems while providing the protein, calcium, and vitamin D3 your body desperately needs to maintain muscle mass, support immune function, and promote healing. Shelf-stable bottles require no refrigeration until opened, making them perfect for keeping beside your bed, in treatment bags, or stocked for days when cooking feels impossible.

Key Features:

• 26g high-quality complete protein - supports muscle preservation during treatment
• All 9 essential amino acids - complete protein your body can't make on its own
• Lactose-free formula - gentle on digestive systems affected by treatment
• Gluten-free - suitable for treatment-related sensitivities
• Only 5g sugar - low sugar important for managing treatment side effects
• 170 calories per bottle - nutrient-dense calories when appetite is poor
• Calcium and Vitamin D3 enriched - supports bone health during treatment
• Smooth vanilla flavor - mild, palatable taste even with taste changes from chemo
• 14 oz ready-to-drink bottles - no mixing, no preparation required
• Shelf-stable - no refrigeration needed until opened, easy storage and transport
• 12-pack - convenient supply for multiple days
• Single-serve bottles - portion-controlled, grab-and-go convenience

Why Protein Matters During Cancer Treatment:

Muscle Preservation:

• Cancer and treatment cause rapid muscle breakdown (cachexia)
• Protein intake 1.5-2x higher than normal needed to prevent muscle loss
• Low muscle mass predicts worse treatment tolerance and outcomes
• Maintaining muscle supports independence and quality of life

Immune Function:

• Protein essential for white blood cell production
• Supports immune system fighting infection during immunosuppression
• Aids wound healing after surgery or procedures

Treatment Tolerance:

• Adequate protein helps tolerate chemotherapy with fewer dose reductions
• Supports recovery between treatment cycles
• Maintains strength for daily activities and self-care

Healing and Recovery:

• Protein rebuilds tissues damaged by radiation or surgery
• Supports skin healing and reduces infection risk
• Promotes faster recovery from procedures

Perfect for:

When Eating Is Impossible:

• Severe nausea making solid food intolerable
• Mucositis or mouth sores preventing chewing
• Taste changes making regular food unpalatable
• Extreme fatigue making cooking impossible
• Early morning when nausea is worst but nutrition needed

Supplementing Inadequate Intake:

• Adding protein when meals are too small
• Between-meal nutrition to increase daily protein
• Post-treatment recovery when rebuilding muscle
• Boosting nutrition on low-appetite days

Convenient Nutrition:

• Beside bed for nighttime or early morning nutrition
• In treatment bags for long appointment days
• Stocked for caregiver-prepared meal gaps
• Travel nutrition to distant treatment centers
• Post-workout recovery if exercising during treatment

Practical Usage Strategies:

Daily Protein Goals:

• Aim for 1.2-2.0g protein per kg body weight during treatment
• One shake provides 26g toward daily goal
• Combine with meals to reach adequate protein intake
• Use multiple shakes daily if solid food intake severely limited

Timing Recommendations:

• Morning - when nausea often worst, easy nutrition without cooking
• Between meals - boost protein without affecting appetite for regular meals
• Bedtime - prevent overnight muscle breakdown with slow-digesting protein
• Post-workout - if exercising to maintain strength during treatment
• Before/after appointments - convenient nutrition during long treatment days

Flavor Strategies for Taste Changes:

• Serve very cold to mask flavors if taste buds altered
• Blend with ice for milkshake texture
• Add to coffee for protein-enriched latte
• Mix with fruit for smoothie if tolerating
• Try other flavors (chocolate, strawberry banana) if vanilla doesn't appeal

Nutritional Breakdown (per 14 oz bottle):

• Protein: 26g complete protein (all essential amino acids)
• Calories: 170 (nutrient-dense for minimal volume)
• Sugar: 5g (low sugar reduces nausea, blood sugar spikes)
• Carbohydrates: 6g (low-carb friendly)
• Calcium: Supports bone health, especially important with steroids
• Vitamin D3: Enhances calcium absorption, supports immune function
• Fat: Moderate healthy fats from milk

Storage and Convenience:

✓ Shelf-stable - store at room temperature, stock up without refrigerator space concerns
✓ Refrigerate after opening - consume within 24 hours once opened
✓ 12-pack supply - reduces shopping trips during treatment
✓ Portable - fits in treatment bags, purses, car cup holders
✓ No preparation - shake and drink, no blender or mixing required
✓ Single-serve - no measuring, no waste, consistent nutrition

When to Use Protein Shakes:

✅ Use when:

• Struggling to eat adequate protein from food
• Nausea or taste changes make regular meals unpalatable
• Needing quick, easy nutrition without cooking energy
• Supplementing meals to reach protein goals
• Losing weight or muscle mass unintentionally

⚠️ Discuss with care team if:

• On fluid restrictions (kidney issues)
• Have specific dietary restrictions from treatment
• Experiencing severe diarrhea (may need different formula)
• Using as sole nutrition source (may need complete meal replacement instead)

Tips for Maximum Benefit:

✓ Keep several bottles bedside for easy morning/night nutrition
✓ Drink slowly if nausea-prone, sip over 20-30 minutes
✓ Combine with light carbs (crackers, toast) if tolerating for balanced nutrition
✓ Track daily protein intake to ensure meeting goals
✓ Rotate flavors to prevent taste fatigue
✓ Serve very cold or over ice if taste changes are problematic
✓ Share intake tracking with dietitian at appointments

Compare to homemade protein shakes:

• Advantage: No preparation, shelf-stable, consistent nutrition, lactose-free
• Advantage: Lower sugar than many protein powders mixed with milk/juice
• Advantage: Complete nutrition formula, not just protein powder
• Consideration: More expensive per serving than powder, but convenience invaluable during treatment.  It does contain Carrageenen in very small amounts.

Because eating 100g+ of protein daily feels impossible when food tastes like metal and nausea rules your day. Get 26g of muscle-preserving, immune-supporting, complete protein in one easy bottle that requires zero preparation or appetite.

Package includes: 12 ready-to-drink 14 oz vanilla protein shakes
Serving size: 1 bottle (14 oz)
Servings per container: 12
Storage: Shelf-stable until opened, refrigerate after opening
Allergens: Contains milk (lactose-free), gluten-free
Flavor: Vanilla (also available in Chocolate, Strawberry Banana, Banana)