Protein Shake - Meal Replacement Shakes??

gladysrutter

Hi guys,

I am a newcomer and started my diet yesterday. I am doing well, as I usually give up a diet within the first day but I have just finished my second day now, so I am excited! Hope you are all doing well and successful!

My question is can anyone suggest a certain protein shake or meal replacement shake. At the moment on the days that I go to the gym, I find that having a shake as a mid morning snack after I attend the gym helps me feel a little more revitalised and fulfilled until lunch.

Would a protein shake be the best thing? Or should I go for a general nutrition shake? And can anyone suggest any brand names that I can obtain here in the UK?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks guys

YogaRunner

Shakeology. Hands down, the best shake there is out there. There is an extensive article about it in the May issue of O Magazine on page 214.

poustotah

I personally use protein shakes. The extra protein helps to rebuild muscle mass quicker, helps me to feel full longer and helps keep the weight down. I mix a couple of scoops of whey protein into a fruit smoothie and that's normally a meal for me.

gladysrutter

Oh thats great, thanks guys! Do you think that I shouldn't have it as a mid-morning snack and just have it as a meal replacement as well? At the moment I am striving for a 1200 cal per day (1500 on work out days) however I am not even making 1000 cals at the moment! I really hope this doesn't effect my metabolism, however I just have everything planned out and mainly eating salads so I am getting loads of nutrition but I can't seem to eat enough salad to get over 1000!

abra526

I like the EAS soy protien, found at walmart. They are economical and have 20g of protein per scoop. I have played around with some ingredients and made some really delicious shakes using milk (either dairy or almond milk), yogurt, applesauce, PB, etc. One of my favorites is 8oz almond milk, 1 6oz container of vanilla or plain yogurt, 1/2c nonsweetened applesauce, one scoop of protein powder, and a dash of cinnamon. I put mine in a blender bottle (http://www.blenderbottle.com/) and go! Good luck playing with some recipes!

taso42_DELETED

EAS Myoplex is a meal replacement shake. 42g protein and 23g carbs. They also have a "lite" version.
Optimum Nutrition Oats & Whey is another. 23g protein, 23g carbs.

Or you can get a straight protein powder, which is usually around 18-24g protein and 0-5g carbs per scoop, and add something like fruit or milk or oats to round out the carbs to use as a "meal replacement"

thkelly

Shakeology. Hands down, the best shake there is out there. There is an extensive article about it in the May issue of O Magazine on page 214.

overpriced. overhyped. do not waste your money on this

thkelly

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Or you can get a straight protein powder, which is usually around 18-24g protein and 0-5g carbs per scoop, and add something like fruit or milk or oats to round out the carbs to use as a "meal replacement"

do this instead

HowardRose

I'm partial to the Special K Protein Shakes. They're premade, so there's not mixing and they taste pretty good. I have one every day for breakfast.

meadows654

My husband and I both like MyoFusion protein shakes. I have one every morning during the work week for part of my breakfast with 10oz of fat-free milk. Then either a peice of fruit, a cup of dry cereal, or a vitatop and breakfast is set! The chocolate one is yummy! If you work out in the morning, maybe have the fruit first and drink the shake after to help "feed" your muscles.

taso42_DELETED

I'm partial to the Special K Protein Shakes. They're premade, so there's not mixing and they taste pretty good. I have one every day for breakfast.

No offense, but that's a pretty crappy product. Only 10g of protein in this so-called "protein shake", and 18g of sugar. Might as well eat pudding.

thkelly

My husband and I both like MyoFusion protein shakes. I have one every morning during the work week for part of my breakfast with 10oz of fat-free milk. Then either a peice of fruit, a cup of dry cereal, or a vitatop and breakfast is set! The chocolate one is yummy! If you work out in the morning, maybe have the fruit first and drink the shake after to help "feed" your muscles.

myofusion might be the best tasting protein powder out there.

gladysrutter

Thanks guys these suggestions are brilliant! I will try them out and see which I like better, I am just hoping that I can actually lose weight on this diet as I haven't been able to lose weight in so long!!!

Thanks for your suggestions!!! xoxo :bigsmile:

YogaRunner

Shakeology. Hands down, the best shake there is out there. There is an extensive article about it in the May issue of O Magazine on page 214.

overpriced. overhyped. do not waste your money on this

You clearly have no idea what is in Shakeology. There is no hype, just pure nutrition that supports healthy functioning in every cell of your body. As I said, read the article in O Magazine.
My husbands experience with it is this "After drinking Shakeology for 3 months, with no significant change in fitness level, weight, or waist size, my bad cholesterol went down 20% and my good cholesterol increased 25%, reducing my risk of heart attack to 4% over the following decade. After completing ChaLEAN Extreme and the first 10 weeks of P90X, and comparing to before Beach Body, my weight is down 17 lbs, my waist size is 5" smaller, my triglyceride level is down 58% (back to the middle of normal range), my bad cholesterol is down 20% (though still slightly elevated), my good cholesterol is up 44%, and my blood pressure, which was "normal" to "high normal" has dropped to the "low normal" range. As a result of all this, my risk of heart attack in the next decade is down to 3%. Using Beach Body products for the past 15 months has reduced my risk of heart attack by more than 57%, and brought it down to only 27% of the average risk for men my age (which is 11% over a decade)."

I no longer have IBS, my blood sugar is stable and I lost weight using Shakeology. This is the real deal.

shouts12

obvious beachbody "coach"

thkelly

Shakeology. Hands down, the best shake there is out there. There is an extensive article about it in the May issue of O Magazine on page 214.

overpriced. overhyped. do not waste your money on this

You clearly have no idea what is in Shakeology. There is no hype, just pure nutrition that supports healthy functioning in every cell of your body. As I said, read the article in O Magazine.
My husbands experience with it is this "After drinking Shakeology for 3 months, with no significant change in fitness level, weight, or waist size, my bad cholesterol went down 20% and my good cholesterol increased 25%, reducing my risk of heart attack to 4% over the following decade. After completing ChaLEAN Extreme and the first 10 weeks of P90X, and comparing to before Beach Body, my weight is down 17 lbs, my waist size is 5" smaller, my triglyceride level is down 58% (back to the middle of normal range), my bad cholesterol is down 20% (though still slightly elevated), my good cholesterol is up 44%, and my blood pressure, which was "normal" to "high normal" has dropped to the "low normal" range. As a result of all this, my risk of heart attack in the next decade is down to 3%. Using Beach Body products for the past 15 months has reduced my risk of heart attack by more than 57%, and brought it down to only 27% of the average risk for men my age (which is 11% over a decade)."

I no longer have IBS, my blood sugar is stable and I lost weight using Shakeology. This is the real deal.

wow. make sure the camera is rolling next time so they can put that on the infomercial.

what a joke....

YogaRunner

obvious beachbody "coach"

Yes, I am a coach and proud of it. Additionally, if I gave up coaching tomorrow, I would still drink Shakeology as it has transformed my family's health. It's really unfortunate how jaded and cynical some people are. I chalk it up to the fact that there are many products and companies out there that overpromise and are not what they tout themselves to be. However, Beachbody has broken that mold. It offers products that are extremely well researched, well presented and extremely effective. If it's not for you, that's fine, but I will speak up when someone is claiming that something is "hype" when I know first hand that it is not only genuine but is also extremely beneficial.

skelly013

http://www.idealshapestore.com

Ideal Shape meal replacements have gotten good reviews and taste good for this type of product. Yes it only has about 12g of protein but there are numerous articles out there that state the average american is actually getting plenty of protein. I am taking this once a day between breakfast and lunch then a protein shake after my workouts in the afternoon. In the end it should be something that you are actually willing to stick to, have low cholesterol, sodium and sugars. Once you get those three items low and find a good tasting drink just stick to it and the rest will be fine.

peteyTwang

JUST got the chocolate and vanilla powder version of EAS Myoplex
how do you guys mix this stuff up?
do you really need a blender or can you stir it in a glass or what?

EAS Myoplex is a meal replacement shake. 42g protein and 23g carbs. They also have a "lite" version.
Optimum Nutrition Oats & Whey is another. 23g protein, 23g carbs.

Or you can get a straight protein powder, which is usually around 18-24g protein and 0-5g carbs per scoop, and add something like fruit or milk or oats to round out the carbs to use as a "meal replacement"

taso42_DELETED

JUST got the chocolate and vanilla powder version of EAS Myoplex
how do you guys mix this stuff up?
do you really need a blender or can you stir it in a glass or what?

I usually use a "Blender Bottle" (it's a shaker bottle with a spherical whisk inside. VERY effective). If I want to make it fancy, I use a blender and add some permutation of ice, water, non-fat milk, and peanut butter.

In a pinch, you can mix it with a spoon, but I imagine it will leave clumps.

Ervie317

JUST got the chocolate and vanilla powder version of EAS Myoplex
how do you guys mix this stuff up?
do you really need a blender or can you stir it in a glass or what?

I usually use a "Blender Bottle" (it's a shaker bottle with a spherical whisk inside. VERY effective). If I want to make it fancy, I use a blender and add some permutation of ice, water, non-fat milk, and peanut butter.

In a pinch, you can mix it with a spoon, but I imagine it will leave clumps.

I use those blender bottles too, they work great and lids don't leak at all.

TexasNurseMom78

I like muscle milk chocolate or banana. 21g protein in 11 oz and 200 cal. I use then as a meal replacement for breakfast, or as a post workout snack. I also like Unjury chocolate protein powder. You can order it online and mix it at home. Tastes good and is filling. Would stay away from special K protein drinks. Not enough protein to make a difference.

swebb1103

I love the Special K shakes, better than pudding because after a good workout, they are very refreshing (pudding just isn't as refreshing!). I know they get slammed but honestly, they taste good, and they are great for filling me up and keeping me satisfied.

seansquared

Hi guys,

I am a newcomer and started my diet yesterday. I am doing well, as I usually give up a diet within the first day but I have just finished my second day now, so I am excited! Hope you are all doing well and successful!

My question is can anyone suggest a certain protein shake or meal replacement shake. At the moment on the days that I go to the gym, I find that having a shake as a mid morning snack after I attend the gym helps me feel a little more revitalised and fulfilled until lunch.

Would a protein shake be the best thing? Or should I go for a general nutrition shake? And can anyone suggest any brand names that I can obtain here in the UK?

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks guys

If you are looking for a post-workout shake, your needs would depend on your exercise type. For example if you are lifting heavy, you want a protein shake to fuel muscle repair. If you are doing pure cardio, you need carbs and salt to replace lost glycogen and sodium.

So really the first thing to say shouldn't be "OMG USE THIS!" it should be "Well, what are you doing in the gym for a workout?"



Also I will say what I always parrot here: meal replacement shakes are just that, meal replacements. If you absolutely must use them, find something inexpensive and tasty and chug it down. If instead you have the time to make and eat whole, clean foods, do that instead. I use Optimum Nutrition and Muscle Milk - ONLY when on sale for $1/serving or less otherwise I'll just blend whole foods - as workout supplements in strict moderation and only on exercise days. On non-exercise days I use that time to instead prepare real food.

Edit: let me add - any meal replacement that costs $3 or more a serving is a sham. Note I didn't say "scam" - it could absolutely be a nutritious product - but a "sham" as in you can get the same calories for $1 a serving, maybe $2 at most. Anything that requires an autopay or a contract? Scam. Pick up shake mixes on sale at your local nutrition shop, only on sale, like a lot of times here in the states GNC has Muscle Milk for $30 a container, 30 servings per. That's a deal. When it's $50 a container? Eat more eggs.

casie05

Shakeology. Hands down, the best shake there is out there. There is an extensive article about it in the May issue of O Magazine on page 214.

Love Shakeology too!!

linholz

I'm using the MediWeight Loss Protein Shake. Before that I used Designer Whey Protein.

peteyTwang

THANKS Ervie & Taso
I will buy one of those Blender Bottles for sure- do not want the extra hassle of using a blender

rxdeanna

As a pharmacist, I can tell you Shakeology is the only shake proven to lower bad cholesterol (LDL), raise good cholesterol (HDL), lower blood pressure, stabilize blood insulin levels, and help with symptoms of IBS. Personally, I have been using Shakeology for the past 3 months and have seen great results. It fights my chocolate cravings, keeps me satisfied, and gives me a boost of energy.

terrirz

I also use just a plain protein shake with 25 percent protein, I sometimes make it with water, milk, almond milk, I also add fruit, greek yougurt, plain oatmeal etc to bulk it up and it helps keep me full untill my mid morning snack. I always have one for breakfast, after I workout. There has been a few occassions that Ive had more than one a day, if im having a busy day and cant grab a healthy meal.

DebbieMc3

I also use Ideal shape. It isn't that high in protein but it does a lot of good.

I would NEVER use a shake that is a pyramid scheme like shakeology or Vi.
IMO.... If people try to get you to use their shake, they have too much time on their hands.

atjays

Working out and being healthy has transformed your family's health, not a stupid overhyped shake. You could have had a can of coke and be in the same shape.

To the OP - just pick one that you enjoy. You also need to up your calories! 1000 per day is far too low