Protein shake Powder! Any suggestions?

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  • Bretto
    Bretto Posts: 196 Member
    MaxPro Protein from Max Muscle. I like both the vanilla and the chocolate and I am quite picky. It is not cheap though. Normal price is around $60 for 32 servings. (but I think you can get discounts). I too make my protein shakes with Unsweetened Vanilla Almond milk. Lower sugar and calories than skim milk.
  • gwenlindsay
    gwenlindsay Posts: 76 Member
    I enjoy a container of Muscle Milk Light after my workout. It has 20g protein; 140 cal and 2grams sugar. Chocolate and Vanilla are really good.
  • MissMaryMac33
    MissMaryMac33 Posts: 1,433 Member
    Do your research. Not all powders are created equal. Low grage cheap powders are not worth the money. Clean facility is a must. Google Consumer reports guide on protein powders from June / July 2010 and read it...throughly. Lots of arsenics and metal. For me an my house we only use Optimum Nutrition, Pure Protein and Gaspari.

    This...a thousand times this. If you want to buy cheap stuff....go ahead. Optimum Nutrition is maybe the best protein powder available.

    You must not be looking at the same label I am. It is NOT the best.... it is not even pure whey protein isolate, it's a blend.
    Look at the cholesterol... that alone can tell you it is not a high quality. Most of the best are not a protein blend, or a concentrate.

    Plus ON tastes horrible. Pure Protein --- isn't that sold at Target? If so, its the same thing as body fortress from Walmart.
  • 87missc87
    87missc87 Posts: 41
    I'm a fan of Jay Robb vanilla whey - no sugar, made with Stevia, and 25g of protein per serving. Makes a yummy shake with Clemmy's sugar-free ice cream, natural peanut butter, and some soy milk! I just bought some Jay Robb chocolate whey as well and looking forward to coming up with smoothie recipes with that, too!
  • kari574
    kari574 Posts: 99 Member
    Wow, so many options and so many opinions on what's best! Good luck, I'm trying to decide what kind to use also.
  • magelan
    magelan Posts: 12 Member
    I have tried them all...I find the only one that tastes great with only 60 calories and 12g of protein ..is Todietfor by nulife..

    I have found it difficult to find but order directly from them... one scoop with 2 to 3 cups of water and you are full..great trick before supper .
  • joankpoirier
    joankpoirier Posts: 281 Member
    Hi..
    Tried just about all that i could find. Just 3 weeks ago got Shakeology. Chocolate and Topical Strawberry

    They taste great and are loaded with vitamins

    I know I am a little bias. since I just signed on as a coach and do sell. but the stuff is amazing. I can send you more info if you would like?
    J
  • monasul
    monasul Posts: 39 Member
    Whey Delicious...you have to order it, and it's not cheap...but SOO worth it, in my opinion. www.proteinishealthy.com

    Good luck
  • mill1295
    mill1295 Posts: 120 Member
    Aria Women's protein powder Chocolate or Vanilla.. only 2g sugar for 80 cals and 14 protein. I just mix them with water and drink..
  • almaster666
    almaster666 Posts: 52 Member
    I use Optimum Whey 100% Natural - Natural vanilla. It's OK
  • hbunting86
    hbunting86 Posts: 952 Member
    I like the Balance Physique stuff - Cookies 'n cream flavour :)
  • Brandongood
    Brandongood Posts: 311 Member
    I pick up Body Fortress at Walmart. $15 for 2lbs. :)

    I second that! Body building on a budget lol
  • backinthegame2
    backinthegame2 Posts: 3 Member
    Lean Dessert has a great tasting protein powder (Banana Creme is my fav).
  • DBBA21
    DBBA21 Posts: 104 Member
    bump
  • Brandongood
    Brandongood Posts: 311 Member
    I get gnc casein for bedtime and body fortress protein shots for post workout and body fortress whey for pre workout
  • Kirabelly
    Kirabelly Posts: 60
    Syntrax Nectars. LOVE them. 90 cals, 23g protein, actually tastes good mixed with just water. Crystal sky is my fave.
  • eriemer
    eriemer Posts: 197
    The high protien slimfast is the only protien like shake or mix I can stomach. I've given several types from healthfood store and GNC a try and most don't mix well. The biggest loser whey protien mix actually mixed well and tastes good but gave me horrible gas, plus the mix smells aweful, which is a turn off. I like protien bars and powerbars. Man, have those improved in the last 10 yrs! Some of them actually taste like candybars...mmmm.
  • Aleciajones
    Aleciajones Posts: 153
    I pick up Body Fortress at Walmart. $15 for 2lbs. :)

    This....I mix mine with Silk choc milk

    I put a couple strawberries and 2tbsp flaxseed meal into mine today. Fantastic!
  • TKelly06
    TKelly06 Posts: 225 Member
    I just bought Slim Fast 3 2 1 chocolate royale at Sam's Club and I LOVE it! I drink it every day for lunch, and it's delicious
  • smoffette
    smoffette Posts: 56 Member
    Vega Whole Foods Health Optimizer is great! It's so much more than just a "protein shake"!
  • Sunbeam224
    Sunbeam224 Posts: 24 Member
    Lots of different suggestions here. Here's mine. I use the Cytosport Whey Protein chocolate flavor. I love the taste. I buy a big bulk bag as costco. Chocolate flavor. Taste like a chocolate shake.
  • DJAldiaz
    DJAldiaz Posts: 1
    there are so many options find out what works for you? great taste, Price? and so on. Quality of protein is important too, just saying. I Like what I use
  • Jkmumma
    Jkmumma Posts: 254
    Roommates say the Syntha6 stuff is good. Smells like cake mix, tastes like chocolate milk, and if you make it with milk instead of water, it holds for about 4 hours before they're hungry again, instead of 2, when made with water. You have to be careful and make sure to drink MORE water with it (with ANY of the protein shakes) they can be dehydrating if you don't drink enough water.

    They aren't my thing, but I hope the word from my roommates is helpful.
  • neverstray
    neverstray Posts: 3,845 Member
    I use the P90X stuff. I don't know what it is, but I like it and it works well.

    I have 3 others in my cupboard, but I keep going back to the P90X mix. I don't know, the problem with these threads is at the end of them, I have no idea what to do.

    And, I have a suspicion that half the people here sell the stuff they are saying is the best. So, it's not really a balanced review of these protein powders. I am going to check out consumer reports however.
  • sbeaches01
    sbeaches01 Posts: 2
    Herbalife is the way to go!!!! I am not only an independent distributor, but also a customer. I began the product line about 5 years ago when I was 50lbs overweight. I lost 55 and 65 inches in about 5 months and that was WITHOUT ANY EXCERCISE. I am now addicted to my boot camp classes and now incorporate my shakes with my workout routine. Everything in their product line is all natural and so good for you - keeps you full in between meals and loaded with protein. Let me know if you want to know more about it - my customer base is going CRAZY right now! Best of luck to you!!
  • zminus2
    zminus2 Posts: 1
    http://www.nutritionexpress.com/protein/multi+protein+blends/whey+milk+egg+protein/fitness+labs+musclefit+strawberry+ice+cream+5+pounds.aspx
    This is what I use. I've tried the strawberry and the vanilla. I like the six protein blend. Overall it tastes pretty good. I mix it with Silk light vanilla, original or chocolate soy milk. (the chocolate soy milk with the strawberry powder tastes pretty good. this week I've been using original Silk with the vanilla powder.) I've even had the protein powder with just water and found it to be not awful (although my friends think that's weird). $50 is a lot to shell out at once, but the 5 lbs last a while and it's the best price at that size. Try their 5 oz sample to test out the flavors (shipping sucks though).

    I used to hate the taste of Splenda but I'm trying to eliminate consumption of HCFS and aspartame while still avoiding sugars - as stevia is not widely used in regular products yet, that leaves sucralose for the most part. The MuscleFit powder has just a slight artificial sweet taste, but if you're used to splenda or diet sodas then you probably won't mind.

    I usually have one of these shakes in the morning with oatmeal for breakfast. Depending on what I eat during the day, I might do another shake, or sometimes I have a Dr. Carbrite protein bar. My friend hates the carbrite, but I hate his favorite protein bars (ThinkThin).

    I try to keep my diet low-ish carb, low-fat, and high protein. Following that, I managed to lose like 15-17 lbs last year even without exercise. (I got super lazy and gained it all back, so here I go again, but with MFP this time around :) BTW I'm a 30 yr old female.
  • t8tersalad
    t8tersalad Posts: 85 Member
    I've been wondering the same thing.

    Are there any of these that are Gluten Free?
    Does this replace one meal, like breakfast or lunch?

    Thank you!

    Yes -- this is one of the main reason my primary protein is About Time - it is gluten and lactose free.
    Many are gluten free.....

    You can get a sample here:
    http://www.shopabouttime.com/

    I usually buy it from here:
    http://www.supplementwarehouse.com/brand.asp?brand=2111 (it'sonly about $23 compared to $32 on amazon)
    I also can get it locally at a GNC that is a franchise in my area - but normal GNC stores do not carry it, only franchise.
    I haven't checked vitaminshoppe.

    Hello and thank you!

    I will order from them tonight, the supplementwarehouse. I want the chocolate and I noticed on their site they have two listed, one is $27 and the other is $29, but I can't tell the difference. Are they the same? I don't want to order the wrong thing :)

    Thank you!
  • neverstray
    neverstray Posts: 3,845 Member
    Not so fast. Read this first. http://www.consumerreports.org/health/natural-health/protein-drinks/whats-in-your-protein-drink/index.htm
  • ChelleDJM
    ChelleDJM Posts: 161
    I've only tried Jay Robb Vanilla and Jay Robb Chocolate. I like the vanilla the best, which is strange since I'm a chocoholic! I mix them with some greek yogurt for even more protein boost and some fruit, a little milk and tons of ice. I researched a bit, got overwhelmed, and then ordered something that seemed natural that people liked.
  • smcwllms
    smcwllms Posts: 27 Member
    Six Star Triple Chocolate or Vanilla, or Body Fortress Chocolate. Six Star now has 30 grams protein per scoop. Pretty tasty, too.

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