Protein Shakes

kimf79

Are there any protein shakes you recommend - or recipes with a certain protein powder? Im wondering if this would be valuable kind of as a morning meal or before a workout?

jttegx

I personally like Optimum Nutrition 100% whey. They have variety of flavors, mixes very well and most of their flavors taste great. Protein shakes can be had as either a snack or meal replacement depending what kind you get. With the whey protein for me, it keeps me full for about 30min-45min. Your results may vary.

Alexdur85

I like Ideal Shake. It has a "hunger blocker". About $60 a container (with shipping) if you buy it one at a time but I bought the last one in a bulk of 4 and it came out to $42.50 ish a container (30 servings). I think the Vanilla is the best, chocolate next and I just don't care for the strawberry but I mix and match them as well.

ncboiler89

Alexdur85 wrote: »

It has a "hunger blocker".

lol...do tell

Alexdur85

http://www.idealshape.com/meal-replacement-shakes/

check it out. Drink the shake.. a glass of water and feel full for 3 hours. and it works. I like it a lot. I prefer something simple like this in the am because I never have time to sit down and eat a meal and I'm just usually not THAT hungry to even want to.

Canuname

I personally like Shamrock Farms Rockin refuel Muscle Builder Vanilla. Tastes just like a McDonalds vanilla milkshake. It has 30g of protein with only 9g of carbs and 190 calories.
http://rockinrefuel.com/where-to-buy/

ncboiler89

Alexdur85 wrote: »

http://www.idealshape.com/meal-replacement-shakes/

check it out. Drink the shake.. a glass of water and feel full for 3 hours. and it works. I like it a lot. I prefer something simple like this in the am because I never have time to sit down and eat a meal and I'm just usually not THAT hungry to even want to.

So you are taking the word for something from a website trying to sell something? That being said if a protein shake makes you skip a meal then that's awesome.

I make a protein shake every morning but it's not as a meal replacement but rather just a protein enhancer.

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sheldonklein

MrM27 wrote: »

Alexdur85 wrote: »

http://www.idealshape.com/meal-replacement-shakes/

check it out. Drink the shake.. a glass of water and feel full for 3 hours. and it works. I like it a lot. I prefer something simple like this in the am because I never have time to sit down and eat a meal and I'm just usually not THAT hungry to even want to.

What is the hunger blocker in it? How exactly does it block hunger?

Well, the website explains it contains Splendesta. And what do you know, it doesn't work. http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/efsajournal/pub/3083.htm

Lylaathome

kimf79 wrote: »

Are there any protein shakes you recommend - or recipes with a certain protein powder? I'm wondering if this would be valuable kind of as a morning meal or before a workout?

From several of the Nutrition/Fitness Online e-magazines that I've read, it's a good idea to have some protein about an hour before your work out and then some light recovery protein drink after a hard workout.
- Pushing protein first thing in the morning also seems to help keep you alert longer, while keeping your blood sugar leveler than having a typical American breakfast of toast, pancakes, muffins, danish, etc.
- So consider eggs, they are an extremely good source of morning protein, but I do use powders like body fortress super advanced whey protein (because you get 30 grams of protein in one scoop with only 170 calories) in the blender with a variety of frozen fruit for a smoothie.
- Use it to help before your work out or if it's a meal replacement, just make sure you have the right balance of calories and fiber necessary for you. I usually try to do about 300 calories for breakfast, 100 to 250 for a snack, 500 to 700 for lunch, another 100 to 300 for a snack and about 500 calories for dinner. Depending on my exercise, I try to keep my daily intake between 1200 to 2000 calories. I am in my late 50's and pretty busy trying to restore my health after many years of doctors medical health mismanagement, so I've studied a lot about fitness nutrition to help me. I am feeling better than I have for years, working out weekly and keeping track of my calories at Fitness Pal.
- I think you made a good inquiry and I hope you will try to find the right answer for you and your personal needs.

Liftng4Lis

Are you lacking in protein?

Bugdude54

Just remember that a protien shake is a supplement meaning you're choosing to take that vs let's say eating a piece of chicken. Its a just different sometimes more convienant way to get your protien.

Personally I like the GNC stuff(flame away) as it's the lowest calorie for 24g of protien I've seen. Granted it's only like 50 cals less and it costs more but I found a flavor I like so I roll with it.

In short if you're choosing to use protien powder find a flavor you like and a brand you can afford and remember it's a supplement not a replacement to food intake.

Alexdur85

Well, for the record. *I* like ideal shake. It works for me. She was asking for recommendations and so I gave mine. I've tried it. I would tell a friend to try it. In fact, I have and they've liked it too.

Amanda4change

I like the GNC lean 25 (vanilla), I add a banana, 1 cup of almond milk, ice and water. (With the extras I add it runs about 330 calories), I do use it as a replacement for breakfast (real food makes me nauseous in the morning, but I have to eat because I'm hypoglycemic). After a long run or long day at the gym I will occasionally make one as a "snack" as well.

adook94

jttegx wrote: »

I personally like Optimum Nutrition 100% whey. They have variety of flavors, mixes very well and most of their flavors taste great. Protein shakes can be had as either a snack or meal replacement depending what kind you get. With the whey protein for me, it keeps me full for about 30min-45min. Your results may vary.

I agree, I think ON is one of the best protein powder you can find, the prince is pretty good too and they have a good variety of flavors,I love chocolate!

adook94

kimf79 wrote: »

Are there any protein shakes you recommend - or recipes with a certain protein powder? Im wondering if this would be valuable kind of as a morning meal or before a workout?

In the morning I usually eat 5 eggs white and 30 grams of oats with 100ml of milk. 30 grams of proteins and a bit of carbs.

cmiller2742

kimf79 wrote: »

Are there any protein shakes you recommend - or recipes with a certain protein powder? Im wondering if this would be valuable kind of as a morning meal or before a workout?

I just started with orgain shakes. So far, I enjoy the taste and they keep me feeling full.

blossomingbutterfly

I use the GNC protein shakes. I prefer the swiss chocolate one personally. I find it's a great "breakfast" for me because I don't eat in the morning.

bostonultd1

Pro Jym by Jim Stoppani. You can only find it on bodybuilding.com. he has excellent videos on there as well explaining why he doesn't do a 100% blend.

tracie_minus100

I just get the stuff from Costco. LeanFit I think? It tastes okay. I add it to water, almond milk, banana, spinach, and pb2 and drink it first thing in the morning. It keeps me full for 2-3 hours, then I have "second breakfast", which is usually eggs.