Gagging down my protein shake...

KintsugiCurlyQueen

....seriously, is there ANY way of making this an enjoyable thing?

I'm using Multipower 100% Whey (in Vanilla Fresh) and although it's not the worst protein powder I've ever tasted. it is FAR from pleasant. Doesn't seem to matter what I stick in it, I can't get the damned thing to taste okay.

neandermagnon

I make a smoothie with whey isolate (vanilla flavour), frozen fruit and laban (arabic milk drink), and it's delicious, tastes like ice cream.

if this doesn't work you could try a different brand (some artificial vanilla flavours are better than others, and some may even have real vanilla in them) or a different flavour

some companies will give you free samples of protein powder, i.e. single serving size ones, so you can try them and see if it tastes okay

stephdeeable

I put vanilla powder into chocolate milk and it tastes like making out with George Clooney.

Lupercalia

Either look for a new protein powder (get sample sizes and try before you commit to a huge tub), or find a way to get all your protein from actual foods.

Other than that, perhaps make smoothies? Fresh or frozen fruit, berries, cinnamon (cinnamon can mask the taste of most yucky things), a bit of whatever extract you think sounds good (vanilla, almond, etc), liquid of your choice, etc.

KintsugiCurlyQueen

Thanks guys! I guess it really is a case of trial and error. I'm already committed to a massive tub of the stuff so I've got plenty to practice with haha.

LaLouve_RK

Why you take it? Protein shakes are not a necessity.

If you ABSOLUTELY want a protein shake for some reason, search for shake recipes with normal, natural ingredients...

Oh wait.. let me help::: http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Homemade-Protein-Shake-Without-Protein-Powder



You welcome :bigsmile: :glasses:

Melaniedawnh

Sounds strange but you could try adding a little bit of cinnamon. I mix fortress protein powder vanilla one scoop with berries like - blackberries, blueberries, strawberries or a banana. Recently I have added kiwi. Then I add a tablespoonful of ground flax seed. I also add yogurt in a yummy flavour.

brookelynhoneycutt

I make my homemade smoothies with nuts and chia seeds; the nuts add delicious flavor and consistency (pecans are my favorite for smoothies) and chia seeds do not add flavor of their own.

I actually add chia seeds to many things for extra protein, fiber, and omegas.

Not a fan of powdered protein here; keep it as natural as possible.

Hope this is helpful

Luvmichnata

I think it will be trial and error and what appeals to your taste buds. I'm not much of a fan either but I am able to enjoy the Jillian Michaels vanilla flavor I buy from Walmart at a reasonable price. The chia seeds are a great way to add extra fiber without killing the taste.

Chadomaniac

it needs some love , add in honey or chocolate milk

martinh78

Are you making it with milk or water? Milk usually makes them taste good/water makes them taste bad in my opinion.

martinh78

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You welcome :bigsmile: :glasses:

I like that.

persnikity

I sometimes make smoothies with vanilla Protien powder in them, bananas seem to cover up the taste of anything else I put in them. Including all the other fruits. :ohwell:

leopardjunkie

i use in coffee instead of creamer

NaomiJFoster

They all just taste like a glass full of sugar to me. Way way way too sweet.

CoraGregoryCPA

I can only do premix shakes. The smell of a powdered shake will make me gag.

Myoplex EAS Chocolate Fudge shakes are really good tasting, compared to the disgusting stuff. I buy them from Sam's club. I think I get 20 for $28. But each drink has 42g of protein, so I drink 1/2 of one of every day. They will last me 40 days for $28 and they taste good! Open, chug, chocolately taste

Jhimmer1995

Try adding 1 tablespoon sugar free instant pudding to an 8 ounce glass of protein powder.

Emtabo01

Blended ice to make it colder and half a banana is my usual

lachesissss

I avoid shakes altogether and have 0% greek yogurt. No carb, low fat and high in protein. 100 cals per six ounces. But that's just me. I've never been into drinking protein shakes, I don't find them overly filling.

DopeItUp

Use a non-terrible protein powder. First choice is Trutein, any flavor (though I recommend the chocolate peanut butter cup or the cinnabun or the vanilla). Then Gaspari Myofusion Chocolate. Those are the best I've found, they are enjoyable to drink.

keem88

hmmm. i use two types, i have nature's bounty chocolate protein and vitamin mix, but i don't use it all the time because i am supposed to stay away from chocolate. oops. but yeah that is really good blended with some coconut milk, water, ice, bananas and sometimes pb if i feel like it. very filling and refreshing.
i have a whey protein that is vanilla i got off amazon, that is good with fruit added to it, like blueberries and bananas. also good with pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice with some oats, it's like a pumpkin pie!
you really may just have the wrong type of powder to suit your taste. i had a brown rice protein mix i ended up giving to my mom, it was vanilla flavor. no matter what i mixed with it, i just couldn't get past its taste. i really enjoy the ones i use though, they also make cookies n cream, pb flavors, all sorts of kinds. maybe try a new one? i love my protein powders, it really helps get that extra protein in (as a veg i can take all i can get!) hope this helps :]

PikaKnight

I use Optimum Nutrition Double Chocolate and it's very tasty with water or with milk. Other's have said Opitmum Nutrition's vanilla ice cream and rocky road powders are very tasty too.

emmabeckemeyer1

We like Arbonne Vanilla. They have chocolate too but I haven't tried it

keem88

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You welcome :bigsmile: :glasses:

I like that.

awesome sauce, maybe ill start doing that when my powders run out

katiegambill

I use Beverly International Vanilla and love it.

hatethegame

Try adding Hershey's chocolate syrup (2 Tbsps=100 cals) or chocolate milk to help with flavor. Honey is good too! Add a banana and/or some peanut butter to help with texture. I have to use a blender or it just isn't good. All of the powders are yukky by themselves. Don't let anyone tell you different

kimi45

I actually put fresh fruit in a blender with ice water then add the vanilla whey protein. It's delicious! Try a banana and strawberries.

Sarauk2sf

Why you take it? Protein shakes are not a necessity.

If you ABSOLUTELY want a protein shake for some reason, search for shake recipes with normal, natural ingredients...

Oh wait.. let me help::: http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Homemade-Protein-Shake-Without-Protein-Powder



You welcome :bigsmile: :glasses:

Not as good a protein g for your calorie buck compared to protein powder though - by quite a long way from the looks of it.

Gimpdogg

blend with milk not water and maybe add a banana for extra nutrition.

DopeItUp

Why you take it? Protein shakes are not a necessity.

If you ABSOLUTELY want a protein shake for some reason, search for shake recipes with normal, natural ingredients...

Oh wait.. let me help::: http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Homemade-Protein-Shake-Without-Protein-Powder



You welcome :bigsmile: :glasses:

That's a good idea but the problem is, most people who take protein shakes are taking them to supplement their protein intake. They're trying to get the biggest bang for the buck. That's the whole point right - that's why powders are called protein supplements!

The problem with making the example that you linked to is that it ends up being a huge amount of calories for relatively little protein. I just put together the ingredients really quickly and came up with 833 calories for the shake, with only 53g of protein. And that was using skim milk. That's barely 25% protein, it's mostly fat and carbs. "Protein shake" is kind of a misnomer here.

Most good powders will be 250ish calories (or less) for 50g of protein. Big difference. 250 calories is a good snack. 833 is the majority of most people's intake here.

Not saying it's a bad thing or a good thing overall, personally - it all depends on usage. Just have to make people aware of what they're getting into. Your link is more of a meal replacement or perhaps a good choice for someone trying to bulk up with lots of calories.

BeachGingerOnTheRocks

I put it in my greek yogurt instead of some other junk that just adds sweet and no extra nutrition. Then I eat it like a big bowl of cake frosting without the cake, because that's what it tastes like.

I put it in the blender with ice cream when I want a real shake. Same as an ice cream shake except .... protein.

Mix it into cottage cheese.

Mix it with milk and a half tablespoon peanut butter in the blender.

I've never had it just in water.