Shakes? Are They Worth it?

So_Much_Fab

Know what else works well? Put down $99 on a NutriBullet. Throw some protein powder, berries, bananas, whatever in there, whir it up, and boom...you have a shake ready to go, all you need to do it put the lid on!

MissMissle

I think you will get alot of "you are wasting your money" responces here... which I don't really think is true... because you are buynig food with your money, which you were going to do anyway...it's just a different type of food!

Well, sadly, there's no shake that makes you lose weight :-(. I keep trying to find them...but alas... a calories a calorie.

I like shakes - I drink them alot on weekends because they are fast and easy and filling. I think they are a great option for something on the go - especially on those really hot summer days if you are working outside and just don't feel like eating much. Really you can make your own - but I also get protein powder.... one of my favorite morning drinks is chocolate ptoein powder, some whole coffee beans, ice, water, and a half cup of Vanilla almost milk in the Butribullet - SO GOOD. I also make alot with spinach, kale, and fruit . I vote yes!

klkateri

I have the nutri bullet and i do like it for smoothies but mine are always more calories then I feel like in the am.

I have been using a shake from Vitamin World that I really like for breakfast and sometimes an afternoon snake at work. It's called "Fit N Full" meal replacement. It's like 140 calories and its protein based. I wasn't getting enough protein which was why I bought it at first but I find it's filling and I like it for breakfast with a piece of fruit as well.

I have also found that since I'm putting something in my body in the am, within an hour of getting up, that my weight loss has picked up again as well.

I think it's a matter of preference, time and your goals. I have friends who swear by shakes, others who swear by juicing, others who swear by whole, organic, vegan foods. It's simply a matter of what works for you and you alone.

Sunbrooke

I make whole juice and smoothies in my Blendtec. This way I can control which nutrients and how many calories I'm getting. The blender is worth the cost since you will save money on shakes and have it for many years. I also get alot of use out of mine during margurita/daiquiri season, and by making stuff like hummas, salsa, and falafels.

RoseZ12

Know what else works well? Put down $99 on a NutriBullet. Throw some protein powder, berries, bananas, whatever in there, whir it up, and boom...you have a shake ready to go, all you need to do it put the lid on!

I was just looking into this online as I sit here at work.

pinkshiningstar

I love love love my ON Gold Standard. I'm a powder+water = on the go delight, kind of girl, but it also mixes well with fruit, etc if you want to go that route.

I usually mix up a little protein to go with my breakfast and then I have another after the gym in the evening (1 scoop each time). While proteins can be a little on the pricey side, I've found that if you keep an eye out for sales, you can do OK and I believe in if paying a little more means you'll actually use the stuff - do it.

If you're looking to purchase something you can mix, but also drink on it's own, try a few different brands/flavors. It took me a while to find out what I really like. Most companies you can buy small serving pouches. Again, not very economical... but more economical than if you buy a 5lb tub you hate... (which I have done, and it's still sitting in my cupboard)

Good luck and have fun with it!!

tryett

I echo the comments on getting a nice blender. It makes a world of difference, especially if you add frozen items (ice/fruit). It really takes no time in the morning to throw stuff in, mix and go.