My Shakeology tastes like...

KristyAnn81
KristyAnn81 Posts: 128 Member
in Food and Nutrition
...*kitten*. I have chocolate Shakeology right now and I am finding it disgusting. I've read online where people think it "tastes like candy." Either I'm doing it wrong or they have questionable taste in candy. Does anyone have any good mixes for it or suggestions? I just blended it with ice and Almond Milk.

I'm allergic to peanut butter and lactose intolerant so I can't use either of those.

Thanks :)
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  • ncmedic201
    ncmedic201 Posts: 540 Member
    I mix mine with a banana, plain yogurt, coconut water and peanut butter. Since you can't have most of that...my son has his with a banana, strawberries and coconut water. Try something different than peanut butter. Are peanuts the only nut you are allergic to?
  • melindasuefritz
    melindasuefritz Posts: 3,509 Member
    dont do shakeology its a waste of moneyand a scam
  • melindasuefritz
    melindasuefritz Posts: 3,509 Member
    This person said it tastes great
    Pros:
    - Tastes great
    - Quick easy meal (one less meal to plan and prepare)
    - Actually saves me money compared to the junk food and fast food I used to eat
    - Measurable improvements to my overall health and fitness

    Cons:
    - I personally don’t like the greenberry flavor
    - Some feel that it’s too expensive
  • KristyAnn81
    KristyAnn81 Posts: 128 Member
    I mix mine with a banana, plain yogurt, coconut water and peanut butter. Since you can't have most of that...my son has his with a banana, strawberries and coconut water. Try something different than peanut butter. Are peanuts the only nut you are allergic to?

    Thank, i will try the version your son tries. I can have almonds, but almost all almond butters are made in the same facility as peanuts, unless i go to whole food where they grind their own, but it's not often i get down there. :)
  • KristyAnn81
    KristyAnn81 Posts: 128 Member
    This person said it tastes great
    Pros:
    - Tastes great
    - Quick easy meal (one less meal to plan and prepare)
    - Actually saves me money compared to the junk food and fast food I used to eat
    - Measurable improvements to my overall health and fitness

    Cons:
    - I personally don’t like the greenberry flavor
    - Some feel that it’s too expensive

    Thanks, and I know it's expensive, but I give anything a try once... :)
  • shanniepk
    shanniepk Posts: 98 Member
    I like it and am not a Beachbody Coach. I like it mixed with 1/2 a banana and skim milk and ice. Switched receently to almond milk to cut downon sugars though and that with just a little ice like you did and I think it tastes like a milkshake. Of course, I blend it. I've been consistent on it for 3 months and have dropped some additional weight with an increase in energy, and it honestly curbs my appetite as the shakes are pretty thick. I have done all kinds of protein shakes and powders in the past, but so far, have enjoyed Shakeology and it's benefits. Some people mix it with other fruit and extracts (almond, coconut), honey, cold coffee, OJ, cinammon, etc. Everyone has their own preferences though.
  • KristyAnn81
    KristyAnn81 Posts: 128 Member
    I like it and am not a Beachbody Coach. I like it mixed with 1/2 a banana and skim milk and ice. Switched receently to almond milk to cut downon sugars though and that with just a little ice like you did and I think it tastes like a milkshake. Of course, I blend it. I've been consistent on it for 3 months and have dropped some additional weight with an increase in energy, and it honestly curbs my appetite as the shakes are pretty thick. I have done all kinds of protein shakes and powders in the past, but so far, have enjoyed Shakeology and it's benefits. Some people mix it with other fruit and extracts (almond, coconut), honey, cold coffee, OJ, cinammon, etc. Everyone has their own preferences though.


    Thank you! I did get through drinking it and I did notice that it made me feel fuller longer. I'd like to give it a good go, since I have it, I just don't want to me this face the entire time: :sick:
  • majope
    majope Posts: 1,325 Member
    If it tastes that bad, throw it out and consider it an expensive lesson learned. Life is too short to force something that tastes like *kitten* on yourself--even if you gussie it up with fruit, it will still taste like, well, fruit-flavored *kitten*. Stick to food from now on!
  • ncmedic201
    ncmedic201 Posts: 540 Member
    The first time I tried it I thought it was nasty, but I didn't blend it with anything but water. It's a good way to add extra nutrients. I'm trying to increase my potassium. The coconut water tastes disgusting by itself but it good in the shake and adds potassium to my diet. If there's anything you're lacking, try and think of creative and good tasting ways to add them to your shake.
  • sunshinestater
    sunshinestater Posts: 596 Member
    The sad thing is, BB tries to justify the cost by claiming it's a total meal replacement, yet just about everyone seems to have to load it with bananas or other fruit, peanut butter, almond or coconut milk, or a bunch of other ingredients to choke it down. All those add-ins add up to a lot more $$, making it an even worse value.
  • daphnemoon
    daphnemoon Posts: 216 Member
    I saw an ad on the Beachbody site where they promised the taste for one of the flavours was soon going to be a 'million times better'.

    Or something like that.

    So OP I don't think you can be the *only* one who thinks Shakeology tastes like *kitten* if even the creators are putting stuff like that on their website ;)
  • JeffseekingV
    JeffseekingV Posts: 3,165 Member
    The sad thing is, BB tries to justify the cost by claiming it's a total meal replacement, yet just about everyone seems to have to load it with bananas or other fruit, peanut butter, almond or coconut milk, or a bunch of other ingredients to choke it down. All those add-ins add up to a lot more $$, making it an even worse value.

    That was my thought also. If you have to add stuff, it makes having to spend that much for it a moot point. I do add ice, banana and almond milk to my chocolate whey protein though.
  • greenmonstergirl
    greenmonstergirl Posts: 619 Member
    I love the taste mixed with milk or almond milk or coconut milk. I don't need to add anything to it. Every time I try a different shake I think that shake tastes like *kitten* compared go shakeology so maybe I am the odd one. I buy it on eBay.
  • KristyAnn81
    KristyAnn81 Posts: 128 Member
    I thank you all for your replies!

    I'm not going to go one by one to quote, but most of those ingredients that are added in (banana, almond milk) are something i have in my house anyway and not bought special. If I had to buy special crap to go with it, I don't think I'd do it.

    Second, it's not money lost. I'm ending Insanity and bought Turbo Fire and when I ordered it, this time I took the option to get 7 days of Shakeology for free - soooo I didn't spend any money on the actual Shakeology and I'm trying it to see if I like it. I have read so much about it about how it is great and people love it, just not from BB but on blogs, so I'd like to try it.

    If it continues to taste like *kitten*, I will NOT be ordering it. But I'll try the suggestions given :)
  • ncmedic201
    ncmedic201 Posts: 540 Member
    The sad thing is, BB tries to justify the cost by claiming it's a total meal replacement, yet just about everyone seems to have to load it with bananas or other fruit, peanut butter, almond or coconut milk, or a bunch of other ingredients to choke it down. All those add-ins add up to a lot more $$, making it an even worse value.

    Actually, it tastes good with milk but not water. I add all the other stuff because I'm having a hard time getting enough potassium and protein in my diet and I've found this a good way to do so.
  • aimforhealthy
    aimforhealthy Posts: 449 Member
    The sad thing is, BB tries to justify the cost by claiming it's a total meal replacement, yet just about everyone seems to have to load it with bananas or other fruit, peanut butter, almond or coconut milk, or a bunch of other ingredients to choke it down. All those add-ins add up to a lot more $$, making it an even worse value.

    Actually, it tastes good with milk but not water. I add all the other stuff because I'm having a hard time getting enough potassium and protein in my diet and I've found this a good way to do so.
    Have you tried, you know, food?
  • catieschwartz
    catieschwartz Posts: 8 Member
    I didn't like it at first either, but I gave it another try recently and now I love it. I got the chocolate vegan this time which I think has a better taste/texture. Try it with some different extracts-peppermint extract is my favorite.
  • alannalemon
    alannalemon Posts: 23 Member
    also, i don't know if anyone mentioned this, but i usually use 2 cups of liquid (1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk and 1 cup water). that should help with the consistency... also, for the chocolate i generally use 1 cup or so of frozen strawberries or mixed berries, and an ice cube or two if i want it thicker. hope that helps!! :)

    also, i personally prefer greenberry with the same recipe as above. but you might just have the chocolate flavor so that might not be helpful
  • KristyAnn81
    KristyAnn81 Posts: 128 Member
    So, I took some advice and went on eBay and ordered some individual packets to try some other flavors. It may just be the regular chocolate that isn't to my fancy.

    You're all awesome, thanks!!!
  • JamieM8168
    JamieM8168 Posts: 248 Member
    Save your money. I get GNC pro performance vanilla whey protein powder OR sometimes the target brand. It's about 20 for a month supply.

    I mix it with coconut milk and strawberries. Tastes great.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,029 Member
    The sad thing is, BB tries to justify the cost by claiming it's a total meal replacement, yet just about everyone seems to have to load it with bananas or other fruit, peanut butter, almond or coconut milk, or a bunch of other ingredients to choke it down. All those add-ins add up to a lot more $$, making it an even worse value.
    THIS. Now that calorie count has gone much higher.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
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  • iAMsmiling
    iAMsmiling Posts: 2,394 Member
    Why use a product that is so nasty it has to be doctored up to be tolerable?

    There are any number of whey protein mixes on the market that are not nasty. Then, when and if you add something, it'll be to create the nutritional profile you want, not to help you choke it down.

    I use Zero Carb Isopure in vanilla or unflavored. Mixed with water and mio for flavor. It's just protein and not a "meal replacement" which is ok by me. If you want a meal replacement...add whatever you like.
  • lvsglass
    lvsglass Posts: 90 Member
    I love the chocolate vegan Shakeology and have been using it for two months. I add ice, water and 1/2 cup coconut water (for the potassium) and that's it. I continue to lose weight, feel good and energetic and have a noticeable healthier digestive system. And...I'm not a BB coach.
  • MisterDerpington
    MisterDerpington Posts: 604 Member
    I have Optimum Nutrtion Caramel Toffee Fudge Whey and a tastes a lot better than that Shakeology crap.
  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    You shouldn't have to add things to chocolate anything to make it palatable. That is a crime, in Wonkaland.
  • turboturtlepower
    turboturtlepower Posts: 79
    Add some fruit. I'm a coach, LOVE shakeology BUT some of these coaches are over their heads...it does NOT taste that good. Yes, it curbs cravings...and it's healthy, but it ain't no godiva chocolate. It tastes healthy for a reason.
  • RichOC
    RichOC Posts: 243 Member
    If it tastes that bad, throw it out and consider it an expensive lesson learned. Life is too short to force something that tastes like *kitten* on yourself--even if you gussie it up with fruit, it will still taste like, well, fruit-flavored *kitten*. Stick to food from now on!

    You say that as if fruit-flavored *kitten* is a bad taste.
  • jeremyw1977
    jeremyw1977 Posts: 505 Member
    Everyone has their own taste preferences.
    I personally enjoy it straight as is, mixed in water.......no fruits or other additions.

    My wife doesn't like it at all. I've tried adding peanut butter and other things, and my wife just doesn't like it.......so it's just a preference from one person to another.
  • lidscha
    lidscha Posts: 1
    To all the people who says shakeology is not a good product.....You obviously don't know what you are talking about! I was completely stuck at a weight for 6 months until I started shakeology and now I'm losing weight again, didn't do anything different besides drink shakeology. You should actually try something for an extended period of time before giving an opinion.
  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    To all the people who says shakeology is not a good product.....You obviously don't know what you are talking about! I was completely stuck at a weight for 6 months until I started shakeology and now I'm losing weight again, didn't do anything different besides drink shakeology. You should actually try something for an extended period of time before giving an opinion.

    Excellent first post after joining in September of 2011. I'm glad this controversial topic finally broke you out of your shell.

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