Why shouldn't you take a protein shake while nursing?

Question

I'm trying to get back and shape and my husband recommended drinking a protein shake before I exercise. the label says 'not intended for pregnant or nursing mothers' why if it's just added protein?

Answer 1

Because the companies that make things like that (as well as medications) haven't tested them on pregnant or nursing mothers. It is a total CYA move. They don't want to be sued.

Answer 2

Because the proteins added might not be good for baby.  For example, if your baby has an intolerance for a protein in cow's milk and they include that protein in the drink, the protein (or a close enough version of it) may show up in your milk and cause the baby problems.  (Chicken egg allergy is the other main problem.)

It's basic legal butt-coverage.  If you currently drink cow's milk and eat chicken eggs without an adverse affect on the baby, you'll probably be able to drink the energy drink.

Answer 3

You wouldn't want to because sometimes there might be added hormones that you don't know about.  Those extra hormones may be bad for the baby.