Help finding whey protein I like

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srosenthal1979
srosenthal1979 Posts: 11 Member
edited February 4 in Food and Nutrition
I have been struggling with finding a whey protein I like the taste of. I hate to use up all my daily carbs or calories on the protein bars, but so far that's the only thing I'm finding I "enjoy" the taste of. Even the smell of the stuff turns me off. Feeling bummed! :)

Any suggestions are appreciated!

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  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
    Trutein Choc PB Cup or Optimum Nutrition Extreme Milk Chocolate.

    Trutein will send you samples for free, just pay the shipping.
    http://www.truscience.com/samples.html
  • angel2783
    angel2783 Posts: 11 Member
    I like the Jillian Michaels Natural Whey Protein Chocolate, you can get it at Wal-mart.
  • KateK8LoseW8
    KateK8LoseW8 Posts: 824 Member
    Optimum Nutrition brand is good stuff. Try Extreme Milk Chocolate or the cappuccino/latte/somethinghavingtodowithcoffee flavor. I get mine from bodybuilding.com, they usually throw coupons or freebies in the box and have really quick shipping.
  • StrictlyPro
    StrictlyPro Posts: 72
    Can I go out on a limb and ask why you want to use protein powder instead of eating real food in the first place?
  • tracymat
    tracymat Posts: 296 Member
    I have liked all the flavors from Optimum Nutrition - especially Chocolate Malt.
  • Quieau
    Quieau Posts: 428 Member
    Does it have to be whey? The (organic) Nutiva Hempshakes are pretty tasty (when you first make them, I wouldn't recommend letting it sit too long or it gets a weird foamy texture) ...
  • Taterpoof
    Taterpoof Posts: 416 Member
    Optimum Nutrition is what I like. Cake batter is really good with almond milk mixed in.
  • kirkor
    kirkor Posts: 2,530 Member
    Can I go out on a limb and ask why you want to use protein powder instead of eating real food in the first place?

    Ya, what are your macros, and how close are you getting before needing whey?
  • suzend
    suzend Posts: 155 Member
    Champion Nutrition Pure Whey Chocolate. Hunt around the web for best prices.
  • Becki38
    Becki38 Posts: 6 Member
    Have you tried Jay Robb? I found it was great mixed with my almond milk or with coffee. Makes a thick shake, that doesnt leave a sickly sweet taste in my mouth.
  • jamiem1102
    jamiem1102 Posts: 1,196 Member
    I really like Nature's Best Isopure Zero Carb Whey Protein in Vanilla, Banana, and Strawberry. It also has an awesome Calorie to Protein ratio. :) It's a little expensive, but I think its worth it.
  • liz2512
    liz2512 Posts: 33 Member
    I really like the ones from them. http://theperfectfoodsco.com/ I've only had chocolate and vanilla and they are both good. I am really picky and if it doesn't taste good I won't drink it and these are the best I've found.
  • srosenthal1979
    srosenthal1979 Posts: 11 Member
    I am seeing a physician who recommended shakes to me, in addition to "eating" my protein. But, at the same time, I am trying to lose the lbs so I want something relatively low in carbs and calories.

    The macro question...now you've gone over my Protein IQ! :)
  • Topsking2010
    Topsking2010 Posts: 2,244 Member
    Jay Robb Chocolate
  • dominiqueruns
    dominiqueruns Posts: 82 Member
    Promasil protein powder is delicious, zero carb and 20g of protein per scoop!
  • Mario_Az
    Mario_Az Posts: 1,331 Member
    try this one is real good and taste is awesome

    Whey Tech Pro 24 Chocolate Mint



    http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/store/en/browse/sku_detail.jsp?id=VS-2547
  • ruffnstuff
    ruffnstuff Posts: 400 Member
    I've personally found that I like Allmax IsoNatural, unflavored and then I can add it to things without a taste and I can make my own flavors. I love vanilla, but find that I really dislike all those fake vanilla flavored protein powders. This powder also dissolves nicely without any grit.
  • mclgo
    mclgo Posts: 147 Member
    I use PURE PROTEIN or the Archer Farms (Target) brand.
    And here's the smoothie I make every morning all the ingredients are "to taste"

    3/4 - 1 cup frozen berries
    1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
    1t ground flax
    1/3 cup fresh spinach
    ! scoop powder
    YUM!!!

    Sometimes I add 1/2 a banana or 1T peanut butter.
  • stepplax
    stepplax Posts: 26
    Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey- Decent price, mixes perfectly, and double chocolate is extra yummy for me. Get mine from bodybuilding dot com along with everything else.
  • StrictlyPro
    StrictlyPro Posts: 72
    I am seeing a physician who recommended shakes to me, in addition to "eating" my protein. But, at the same time, I am trying to lose the lbs so I want something relatively low in carbs and calories.

    The macro question...now you've gone over my Protein IQ! :)

    Family doctors are not the end all be all in nutritional and fitness advice. If you are wanting to lose weight, you would be much better off skipping the shakes and eating solid food. Eating 3 oz of skinless chicken breast (27g protein 0g carb 3g fat) will be about the same a a scoop of protein powder mixed with water and will keep you feeling full a lot longer and make it easier to consume fewer calories without feeling hungry. The same could be said for other lean meats.
  • arabianhorselover
    arabianhorselover Posts: 1,488 Member
    I like the Pure Protein Frosty Chocolate. It's at Walmart.
  • james6998
    james6998 Posts: 743 Member
    Walmart best tasting ever, Cookies N Cream
    IMG_0118_zpsfe1720d2.jpg
  • mamacoates
    mamacoates Posts: 430 Member
    Easy to find, inexpensive, tastes good with water OR milk: EAS Soy Protein powder - either chocolate or vanilla - both are just as tasty. Keep in mind the calorie count is a little higher than say Op. Nut. or Muscle Tech but not a whole lot more and that's why it tastes yummy. :-)

    Optimum Nutrition - Extreme Milk Chocolate - tastes watery with just water but does not have that nasty after taste. Not my fave, but do-able. Just use less water to make it thicker. Cookie N Cream - blech!

    Muscle Tech Phase 8 - Milk Chocolate. Very tasty with just water. Got home from an extra long cardio workout and made a shake with two scoops - very creamy indeed. We watch for the Buy-One-Get-One-Free sales through Body Builder.com. Comes out to about $15 for a 5 pound tub!!
  • srosenthal1979
    srosenthal1979 Posts: 11 Member
    Thanks, everyone! I will have to go out and find some of these to try! :smile:
  • nickiev214
    nickiev214 Posts: 19 Member
    I like the Jillian Michaels Natural Whey Protein Chocolate, you can get it at Wal-mart.


    I agree, this one is the best.
  • ScarlettVamp
    ScarlettVamp Posts: 828 Member
    I like the Pure Protein Frosty Chocolate. It's at Walmart.

    ^^^This. I especially like it with unsweetened vanilla almond milk and half of a banana.
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