Community Conversation => Transsexual talk => Female to male transsexual talk (FTM) => Topic started by: morganFW on August 29, 2014, 11:59:16 PM Return to Full Version
Title: HRT and supplements
Post by: morganFW on August 29, 2014, 11:59:16 PM
Post by: morganFW on August 29, 2014, 11:59:16 PM
Hey all :) I was wondering if any of you guys might be able to shed a little light.
Before I was on T I drank protein shakes post workout, and sometimes for breakfast before going to work.
I had been reading the fine print on the back label one day and noticed that it read "consult a physician before use if you are receiving HRT..." the next time I was at the store I looked at a couple other brands and noticed that similar advice was given, "do not use if receiving HRT" "consult with physician" etc...
A couple weeks before my first consult with my endo and to get my bloodwork requisition, I simply stopped buying and consuming protein powder. It's not the end of the world if I can never drink a protein shake ever again for the rest of my life, but I'm wondering what the deal is?
these are organic, and stevia sweetened, no artificial flavours/colours etc. Is this simply printed on there for liability reasons? because maybe some guy/gal who had been on HRT died and the cause of death was traced back to one of these products reacting with the hormones?
Obviously before deciding to use these products I will bring it up with my doctor regardless, but I won't be seeing her for a bit. I'm just curious and I can't seem to find any explanations on the internet.
Oh yeah! also I used to take creatine post work out as well. I've never seen any warnings on any creatine brands concerning HRT...the only people warned to speak with a physician are those with kidney issues (not an issue of mine) I decided to stop using creatine at the same time as protein powder just to be on the safe side.
Do any of you use creatine while receiving HRT?
Thanks guys, have a good night!
Before I was on T I drank protein shakes post workout, and sometimes for breakfast before going to work.
I had been reading the fine print on the back label one day and noticed that it read "consult a physician before use if you are receiving HRT..." the next time I was at the store I looked at a couple other brands and noticed that similar advice was given, "do not use if receiving HRT" "consult with physician" etc...
A couple weeks before my first consult with my endo and to get my bloodwork requisition, I simply stopped buying and consuming protein powder. It's not the end of the world if I can never drink a protein shake ever again for the rest of my life, but I'm wondering what the deal is?
these are organic, and stevia sweetened, no artificial flavours/colours etc. Is this simply printed on there for liability reasons? because maybe some guy/gal who had been on HRT died and the cause of death was traced back to one of these products reacting with the hormones?
Obviously before deciding to use these products I will bring it up with my doctor regardless, but I won't be seeing her for a bit. I'm just curious and I can't seem to find any explanations on the internet.
Oh yeah! also I used to take creatine post work out as well. I've never seen any warnings on any creatine brands concerning HRT...the only people warned to speak with a physician are those with kidney issues (not an issue of mine) I decided to stop using creatine at the same time as protein powder just to be on the safe side.
Do any of you use creatine while receiving HRT?
Thanks guys, have a good night!
Title: Re: HRT and supplements
Post by: Maleth on August 30, 2014, 09:27:01 AM
Post by: Maleth on August 30, 2014, 09:27:01 AM
I am neither on T or currently taking protein shakes (besides making my own -- I use fresh fruit, ice cubes, & Jay Robb's Unflavored Whey Protein. Totally recommend.) but I'll be interested to see the replies on this thread. Though maybe I could recommend contacting the doctor/physician that administers your T just to be on the safe side and inquire them about this. It's always a good idea to consult a professional since they know what they're doing. Though I wonder what the other guys out there have to say about this.
Title: Re: HRT and supplements
Post by: LordKAT on August 30, 2014, 09:32:13 AM
Post by: LordKAT on August 30, 2014, 09:32:13 AM
My doc told me to cut down on my protein intake, and I'm a vegetarian. There may be some good reason for it.
Title: Re: HRT and supplements
Post by: FriendsCallMeChris on August 30, 2014, 09:37:23 AM
Post by: FriendsCallMeChris on August 30, 2014, 09:37:23 AM
I'm a Jay Robb fan, too. Also Legion's chocolate whey. Interesting about the protein. Must research!