Shakeology or Advocare?

mhk0719

Thinking about giving one of these companies a try for a Weight Loss Shake - once a day. Wondering is one better than another or is there other companies out there that have a great shake product?
I do not care for Slim Fast or Special K shakes.
TIA!

mhk0719

Bumping up...anyone use either product or another you love?

mhk0719

Anyone?

tripitena

There are a few supporters of this approach to weight loss here. I can only speak for myself but: I think learning to eat real food, prepared correctly and in sane portions is more important to me than a shake diet. I'm not going to stay on those shakes for the rest of my life so learning the right skills would benefit me better. Shakes and diet products are a quick fix, in my opinion, not a plan for the long haul.

Also, these have been the subject of numerous threads so that may be the reason for slow replies to your post.

WinnerVictorious

Thinking about giving one of these companies a try for a Weight Loss Shake - once a day. Wondering is one better than another or is there other companies out there that have a great shake product?
I do not care for Slim Fast or Special K shakes.
TIA!

i'd rather pay somebody to kick me in the groin with pointy boots.

but that's just me.

SideSteel

There are a few supporters of this approach to weight loss here. I can only speak for myself but: I think learning to eat real food, prepared correctly and in sane portions is more important to me than a shake diet. I'm not going to stay on those shakes for the rest of my life so learning the right skills would benefit me better. Shakes and diet products are a quick fix, in my opinion, not a plan for the long haul.

^ I agree with all of this. Also I suspect your inbox may get flooded with sales people, OP.

But either way, good luck!

Summer_Lunatic

Eat properly, lift weights. Thank me later.

kellyscomeback

Neither - I use whey protein powder and blend in frozen fruit, berries, peanut butter, cottage cheese, or 100% fruit juice blends.

BamaBreezeNSaltAire

There are a few supporters of this approach to weight loss here. I can only speak for myself but: I think learning to eat real food, prepared correctly and in sane portions is more important to me than a shake diet. I'm not going to stay on those shakes for the rest of my life so learning the right skills would benefit me better. Shakes and diet products are a quick fix, in my opinion, not a plan for the long haul.

^ I agree with all of this. Also I suspect your inbox may get flooded with sales people, OP.

But either way, good luck!

^^^ This and it's a huge expense for what you can get out of your food and eating right.

lesliemk

I lift and eat a lot. Near 2000 calories a day of clean foods. I use Shakeology daily and I'm a big foodie, very into nutrition labels and am also soy-free, so the amount of foods I can eat isn't extensive. I keep my diet very clean. ShakeO is more than just protein. It's got that and more (superfoods, prebiotics, adaptagens, phytonutrients, etc...) and is my favorite post-workout meal. I eat six meals a day and yep, it's totally easier to drink one great meal on-the-go a lot of the time. It's my multi-vitamin and I haven't gotten sick in 2yrs and I have 2 little kids. I don't know a thing about Advocare.

AnvilHead

...I use Shakeology daily and I'm a big foodie, very into nutrition labels and am also soy-free, so the amount of foods I can eat isn't extensive. I keep my diet very clean. ShakeO is more than just protein. It's got that and more (superfoods, prebiotics, adaptagens, phytonutrients, etc...) and is my favorite post-workout meal. I eat six meals a day and yep, it's totally easier to drink one great meal on-the-go a lot of the time. It's my multi-vitamin and I haven't gotten sick in 2yrs and I have 2 little kids....

In light of such a glorious testimonial, it would probably only be fair for you to disclose that you're a beachbody salesperson (or "coach", in their parlance).

As to the OP - I agree with the poster above that using meal replacement shakes teaches you nothing about good eating habits and wise food choices. I use protein shakes to supplement my protein intake, but not as a weight loss / calorie reduction tool.

darbobo

Good Quality Protein shake

trogalicious

There are a few supporters of this approach to weight loss here. I can only speak for myself but: I think learning to eat real food, prepared correctly and in sane portions is more important to me than a shake diet. I'm not going to stay on those shakes for the rest of my life so learning the right skills would benefit me better. Shakes and diet products are a quick fix, in my opinion, not a plan for the long haul.

Also, these have been the subject of numerous threads so that may be the reason for slow replies to your post.

this.

ashleeeeanne

I did the advocarw 24 day challenge and the chocolate shakes are pretty good. Havent tried any other flavors though.

s_wilson84

Scams....make your own shakes. Spend $20 on a single serving blender at WM. I use mine daily and it makes better smoothies than my Ninja. You can get the same high quality shakes at a fraction of the cost.

BrettPGH

...I use Shakeology daily and I'm a big foodie, very into nutrition labels and am also soy-free, so the amount of foods I can eat isn't extensive. I keep my diet very clean. ShakeO is more than just protein. It's got that and more (superfoods, prebiotics, adaptagens, phytonutrients, etc...) and is my favorite post-workout meal. I eat six meals a day and yep, it's totally easier to drink one great meal on-the-go a lot of the time. It's my multi-vitamin and I haven't gotten sick in 2yrs and I have 2 little kids....

In light of such a glorious testimonial, it would probably only be fair for you to disclose that you're a beachbody salesperson (or "coach", in their parlance).

As to the OP - I agree with the poster above that using meal replacement shakes teaches you nothing about good eating habits and wise food choices. I use protein shakes to supplement my protein intake, but not as a weight loss / calorie reduction tool.

^What he said.

"I haven't been sick in two years"... it's magical! Disease and bacteria are no match against Shakeology! Oh if only the medical community knew the value of meal replacement shakes sold by MLM marketers...

They're scams. Better off just buying foods yourself and not dealing with pushy salespeople.

doorki

You don't need a gimmick. Make no changes that you would not be willing to follow for the rest of your life. Lifestyle change rather than diet. Enjoy and good luck.

ninerbuff

If weight loss is your objective, you can do it without spending extra money on weight loss products. It really simply is watching your calorie intake, ensuring you getting in your correct macro/micro nutrients and some physical activity to help keep your lean muscle.


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mzjessicaxo

Eat properly, lift weights. Thank me later.

This is the way to be! Short cuts only lead to BIG disappointments when then weight +more comes back

IronPlayground

If you want to use the shakes, have at it. Just understand there is no magic to them. They are helping to create a calorie deficit which you can do with or without the shakes. As for cost, I think you would come out better getting some whey protein and making your own shakes.

Cliffslosinit

Eat at a reasonable caloric deficit.
Move more than you did before. (weights, cardio, etc. your choice)
It is just that simple!!!

jami_swanson5

I like advocare

Bumdrahp

Look inter Herbalife! ( I don't sell it).. But I have used it, and LOVE it!

Espressocycle

I like Spirutein with almond coconut milk. You kinda need a blender bottle though.

lesliemk

...I use Shakeology daily and I'm a big foodie, very into nutrition labels and am also soy-free, so the amount of foods I can eat isn't extensive. I keep my diet very clean. ShakeO is more than just protein. It's got that and more (superfoods, prebiotics, adaptagens, phytonutrients, etc...) and is my favorite post-workout meal. I eat six meals a day and yep, it's totally easier to drink one great meal on-the-go a lot of the time. It's my multi-vitamin and I haven't gotten sick in 2yrs and I have 2 little kids....

In light of such a glorious testimonial, it would probably only be fair for you to disclose that you're a beachbody salesperson (or "coach", in their parlance).

As to the OP - I agree with the poster above that using meal replacement shakes teaches you nothing about good eating habits and wise food choices. I use protein shakes to supplement my protein intake, but not as a weight loss / calorie reduction tool.

I am! It's actually something I decided to do as a stay-at-home mom looking to make some income and be home with my girls and yep, it was the catalyst that helped me lose 50+lbs. I gave my own personal story here. That's it. No links or over-the-top shenanigans. Everyone has to decide what is right for them.

Like I said, I eat a lot and I'm soy-free, so beyond whole foods (which I eat all day during all 5 other meals) I can't have a whole lot else. Most multi-vitamins contains soy. Many organic products still contain soy. I have to be careful with protein powders, b/c many contains soy or sucralose. Yep, even my fave dark chocolate contains soy lethicin so I can't eat it. I get to have Shakeology for my chocolate, my choice.

Angie_Fritts

I drink an advocare meal replacement shake for breakfast every day and really like it. I have never tried shakeology so I don't have an opinion there. Good luck!

Juliane_

I was VERY reluctant to try Shakeology because of how expensive it is. Come to find out it is very convenient to have this on the go instead of reaching for fast food and it really holds you up for a while until next meal without any cravings in between. That's what I like the most. Oh and the chocolate tastes divine....I do add a little more sweetener (erythtritol and stevia) for my taste...otherwise I wouldn't care much for it. The long term benefits I don't know because I only started drinking it this week.

My advice is try to get samples and try them. I would say try it for 2-3 days and see how you feel and if you like it.

imtrinat

I'm going to go a different direction with this than what everyone else has gone. I lost about 15 lbs in a couple months using Herbalife shakes. They really did taste good, they were full of vitamins, and they kept me in check. Those things are super expensive but it was worth it to be because I wasn't going to take the time to make my own, as people here have suggested. They may not be magic but they definitely ensure you get a good dose of nutrition on a limited number of calories. They do the trick if you follow the plan.

Here's the problem most people have with them: They don't teach you how to eat. I IMMEDIATELY started gaining weight back (just like everyone said I would). Within a year, I was right back where I started. If you can use the shakes as a way to motivate your weight loss, then more power to you. Those skinny pictures were enough to make me re-evaluate what I wanted from being skinny. Now, I still have that same 15 lbs on me but now at least half of that is muscle instead of fat because I do work and eat a much healthier diet. Instead of 1200 calories a day, with two of those meals being shakes, I get about 1500 calories minimum and more on workout days. It's real food! Good luck if you decide to go for the shakes. Just know that it's going to require a serious change in your eating habits once you go back to regular food, otherwise it will be a huge waste of your time and money.

rednole

I love Advocare But I'm also on a tight budget, and I often will use the Special K shakes too. I do enjoy the Advocare supplements though--they seem to work well with my body as far as feeling good/taste/etc.

It really is an individual thing. After I did the 24-day challenge, I pick more of a la carte items, like the SPARK energy drinks (LOVE) and I am partial MNS3 Max and will re-up that pretty regularly to help boost weight loss or in maintenance periods.

I have really started to change my diet though, and find a mix of that and still some supplements helps me a lot! I'm 46, and workout pretty regularly--my size fluctuates from 16-12--currently have stayed in 12 for about a year now and feeli good!

Good Luck on what you decide!

altinker

I like to have a Vega One shake mix as a snack now and then because it is convenient and very healthy. I just mix with water, and they are about 135 cals per serving. It sustains me for about 2 hours, and I wouldn't really call it meal replacement because I need like 300 or so cals for a meal.

As an example, I had lunch, but I am hungry and won't eat dinner for 2 hours. So, I'm having a snack. It also has 50% of the daily vitamin requirements. You can get them at Whole Foods, Vitacost, Amazon. The nutritional profile and superfoods are on par with Shakeology, but it is a little cheaper than Shakeology.

I have read that Shakeology tastes better though.

Juliane_

Here's the problem most people have with them: They don't teach you how to eat. I IMMEDIATELY started gaining weight back (just like everyone said I would). Within a year, I was right back where I started. If you can use the shakes as a way to motivate your weight loss, then more power to you. Those skinny pictures were enough to make me re-evaluate what I wanted from being skinny. Now, I still have that same 15 lbs on me but now at least half of that is muscle instead of fat because I do work and eat a much healthier diet. Instead of 1200 calories a day, with two of those meals being shakes, I get about 1500 calories minimum and more on workout days. It's real food! Good luck if you decide to go for the shakes. Just know that it's going to require a serious change in your eating habits once you go back to regular food, otherwise it will be a huge waste of your time and money.

I totally agree with this but only halfway. It is true that you shouldn't expect the shakes to be a miracle nor should it be a replacement for your learning to eat healthy. I struggled with the same question when I started taking my shake. I do not want to replace it with real food and then not have the tools, habits and knowledge to maintain my goal weight. I don't want to gain everything back. That would be a disaster.

For myself in particular my days are too busy. I don't have a lot of time to cook on a daily basis. I have to prepare lunch for myself and the baby the next day and I get home really late from work. We don't eat until around 7 pm or later. I decided to get the shake so I can substitute it for my lunch. Why? well it aleviates some of the stress about "what I should take to work for lunch today?" I have too many other things to worry about on a daily basis and not having to worry about lunch is great. I can focus on what I'll cook for dinner instead and relax the rest of the day. For the same reason I keep my breakfast the same daily. I don't feel the need to change up my breakfast. It is just one less thing to think about. However drinking the shake does NOT mean I forget about learning different and new ways to cook and eat healthy meals. I still seek out recipes and I'm always looking for different ways to cook veggies because I want to learn to love them. The shake is good if you are using it to avoid eating out on the go. It is also good for the occassions that you really can't think about food and calories and just need to eat something to hold you over.

I always say things in moderation is the best way to succeed. Moderation is balance. Tilting to the extremes will eventually have you "fall" and fail.