Has anyone tried the protein shake diet?

seeeekret

This one
http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lmnuwsdbeS1qhcq1fo1_500.jpg

I plan on doing it tomorrow as a detox-type thing and I was wondering if anyone's done it before and for how long.
Here's my plan for it
Breakfast - protein shake
Lunch - protein shake
Dinner - can of tuna
plus a ton of water
Calorie total - 800

BrianSharpe

Sorry, wouldn't touch that one with a 10 foot pole.

Crash diets like that will result in a rapid weight loss but almost invariably result in yo-yo dieting. Focus, instead on eating a well balanced diet (fruits & veg, lean proteins, avoid processed foods & lots of water) and exercise. 800 cal a day is way too low.

cheerocracy

I wouldn't recommend it, sorry Its an easy fix diet and likely not to work. I tried it before and ended up gaining weight that I had quickly lost. First, you'd be under-eating; 800 calories is not enough, your body will most likely go into starvation mode. Secondly, I dont think you'll last that long with it, it wont fill you up and you'll probably start craving other foods. Its better to eat a balanced diet and exercise moderately to loose weight slower but it will keep it off longer. good luck

JeSuisPrest

Quick fixes do not work. It is essential to eat in a manner than you can stick with throughout life.

JoJo_fat2fab

^^^^^^^ all of the above!

TheDoctorDana

Ummmm....... 800 cals? NO!

liftandcycle

I did a diet called "The Velocity Diet" I havent been able to drink protein shakes since, you drink nothing but protein shakes for breakfast lunch and dinner and the snacks are also protein shakes and maybe a little bit of penut butter... it lasted 30 days.. it was awful.. barely lost any weight... b/c i was still consuming the same amount of cals or whatever reason... just... just dont it.. its not worth it... trust me..

LaurenAOK

Wow that picture scares me Promoting eating 800 calories a day and burning off 1000? That's a net of -200 calories! I don't know your BMR, but 1400 seems pretty average. So let's just say yours is 1400... that means your body needs 1400 calories a day just to complete it's normal functions. And you're thinking of giving it -200 instead?

Sorry, it's just not a good idea in any way.

Sl1ghtly

What will you be eating for the remaining 700 calories?

janf15

Said well by all of the above posters.

taso42

If you're looking for a way to feel like ****, you could just drink a fifth of jack daniels and make yourself fall down the stairs.

OSUbeaverfan11

This does not sound like a great idea...
Primarily your body utilizes carbs first, then fats, then proteins for energy production. Protein is not a great primary source of energy.
Your body metabolizes protein for a main fuel when in starvation mode and it can actually lead to serious condition called ketoacidosis where your blood is too acidic!! This would be an extreme case probably, but still you need to be careful.
I agree with the previous two comments, and it would probably be best to just eat healthy and make gradual losses so that you are more likely to keep off the weight you lose!

wurgin

i do shakes but man that is not enough food.... i think its a crash and burn diet.

i do
shake breaky 270ish cals)
snack (nuts or fruit or a protein bar about 150 cals)
Shake or meal bar (290 cals)
second snack if needed
Nice veg-heavy and protein rich dinner (400 or so cals)

Plus I work out 200-300 cals daily

total net is about 1200 cals

losing 2 lbs per week and I don't have to think for 2 meals - which I like

Nopedotjpeg

Breakfast - whiskey
Lunch - whiskey
Dinner - whiskey
Night Snack - vomit

lizard053

Doesn't sound healthy without direct medical supervision. Don't do any diet less than 1200 calories a day without medical assistance. In fact, don't do most 1200 calories diets without medical supervision. It's very hard on your heart, kidneys, and liver. You need to be physically sound enough to do it, and only a doctor is qualified to tell you if you are.

bloodbank

If you're looking for a way to feel like ****, you could just drink a fifth of jack daniels and make yourself fall down the stairs.

I don't know, that sounds like a hell of a lot more fun than this 'diet'.

sausagelegs

hey i did the velocity followed the instructions to a 'T' and lost a **** load of weight lost about 20 pounds in 4 weeks and was RIPPED - (i looooove to train) i noticed i got stronger fitter and felt AMAZING was more of a challenge for myself - can i do this........etc dont knock it til youve tried it, its on the bodybuilding sites.... its INCREDIBLE im doing it again now for the second time (only allowed once or twice a year) and im on DAY 2 - if you have the mental strength DO IT its incredibly tough though i would recommend only for a BIG occasion and if you think you'll pile it all back on after then probably best not to do it - i gained a little weight from eating more calories but stick to the same calorie ratio etc and you'll just get super lean if you wanna see pics before and after inbox me - these bozos dont know what theyre talking about - you get all vital multi vitamins nutrients and cut out sugar and bad carbs its definately better than having a sarnie and a packet of crisps for lunch for 4 weeks again if you need my advice message me x

chris1816

There is no such thing as a detox.

Eat healthy, move more.

If you want some ideas, here is my morning recipe rant:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/573318-cleanses-let-me-give-you-a-cool-recipe-flower-children

AlyRoseNYC

I think this is a joke. I mean come on...tuna with no mayo? Psh, what's the point????

nickyfm

Sigh.

800 cals a day of anything would promote rapid, yet unhealthy and temporary weight loss -.-

Why are people so keen to spend their time trying to take the easy way out, when they will probably end up at square one of the hard way in the future anyways...

Zero2hero2013

unfortunately that is not a diet that is a fast in my opinion.
fasting is great though. but i would do this diet once a week on non gym days. should help things along and retain any muscle due to the high protein intake. other days eat just below maintenance for example.
1 weeks calories.
maintanance is 2200...

monday-saturday 1800 calories + gym calories burnt
sunday fast with your protein bonanza at 800 cals.

2400 cals deficit mon-sat then 1400 for sunday, 3800 cals total 1 lb a week loss. i would never do the fast more then once a week or on a physically challenging day.

love4fitnesslove4food_wechange

sounds like an eating disordered person's meal plan. not healthy in the slightest.

erickirb

Where is your fiber, fat, vitamins, and minerals?

laurasimmons

No thanks, I'd rather eat food!

nickyfm

Breakfast - whiskey
Lunch - whiskey
Dinner - whiskey
Night Snack - vomit

HAHA
love it.

Might live on the edge and sub this with Vodka. Awww yeah

Lorleee

Um, no. I prefer food.

nursekj

No vegetables or fruit? Complex carbs are needed for brain function and I doubt theres enough in a shake, probably all those shakes will give you diarrhea...

_Timmeh_

This one
http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lmnuwsdbeS1qhcq1fo1_500.jpg

I plan on doing it tomorrow as a detox-type thing and I was wondering if anyone's done it before and for how long.
Here's my plan for it
Breakfast - protein shake
Lunch - protein shake
Dinner - can of tuna
plus a ton of water
Calorie total - 800

Seems like you will need to bring a porta potty with you, or at least some wet wipes.

InnerFatGirl

Calorie total - 800

Jill_newimprovedversion

If you're looking for a way to *detox* you might consider asking others if there's a safer alternative.

A safe fast can detox your body of built up sugar and sodium overloads

as long as you're planning on eating sensible portion meals that stay within your dietary guidelines
of calories/carbs/fat/protein/fiber/sodium/sugar AFTER a day or two of *detoxing*

but THIS regime is NOT one I'd recommend

My 2 cents worth.

bionicrooster

If you're looking for a way to feel like ****, you could just drink a fifth of jack daniels and make yourself fall down the stairs.

I wouldn't suggest this one either, I have tried it before and didn't lose any weight :-)