Shakeology HELP!

I've done the 3-day cleanse myself quite a few times, and I don't have a problem with drinking it with water. In fact, ever since I tried the cleanse, I haven't drank it with milk (fewer calories!) However, here are a few things to consider:

(1) Are you mixing it in a blender, or are you just shaking it in a shaker? I find that blending it with ice and getting it to the consistency of a shake works better for me.
(2) If you are drinking it with only 8 ounces of water, try it with 12 ounces instead, and it won't taste so "chocolatey." Usually, that's the part the most people have trouble with.
(3) If you try #1 and 2 and still don't like it, try it with fat-free milk (at least for the clease b/c it's the fewest calories) and see how that works for you.

You may want to ask your coach for a sample of the greenberry. I never thought in a million years that certain people would like it, and they did. I mix it with orange juice (not for the cleanse), and it tastes good.

My husband uses Shakeology-- along with other co-workers. He uses skim milk, ice and usually addes some banana or a little of the natural peanut butter. I've tasted it. It's ok, but does have a funny after taste.
He often comments about how well it 'cleans him out' and that he has more energy and feels full longer.
Good Luck.

I haven't done it, but it is an MLM, so signing up new reps makes as much money as selling product, so you might have old product. If none of the above suggestions help, just get your money back. I think details are on the website.

aw bummer! I'm sorry your shakeology experience hasn't been a good one! I actually drink it every morning for breakfast, but I will admit I did have to kind of play around a bit and find different ways to enjoy it. I have to agree with your coach on the chocolate flavor being better than greenberry...but with either one you have to find a recipe that works best for you. It sounds like you haven't had the chance to really try out mixing it with anything before stating the 3 day cleanse...am I right?

Mixing either one with milk instead of water is good (in my opinion!) I also have tried it with almond milk bc it's only 40 cals and tastes good!!! Also, I have noticed that it tastes much better when it's as cold as possible...you're blending it with ice?

Some other good tricks: with the chocolate shakeology, instead of ice blend with frozen strawberries! You can mix frozen (or unfrozen) fruits with the greenberry too. I also like mixing the chocolate one with some coffee...or peanutbutter (or both!). Lastly, putting a teaspoon of sugar free, fat free cheesecake jello pudding mix makes either flavor very yummy!

I know the 3 day cleanse doesn't really call for you to mix different things in your shakeology, but I would say if it's your first cleanse...and it makes the taste of the shakeo more bearable for you, try mixing it up a bit so it's more enjoyable for you to complete the cleanse. The calorie count may be slightly higher than it's supposed to be for the cleanse but you'll still be getting the healthy benefits from the shakeology after the three days.

Hope this helps a little!!!

I found the besting taste combo for me is when I mix choc Shakeology with about 8 - 9 oz of unsweetened vanilla Almond milk (Almond breeze). Make sure you get the one sold in the cold section of the store and not the one that does not require refrigeration. I also add about 1/4 - 1/2 of organic banana to my shake, but try it with berries if that does not work for you.
That combo tastes so good, I consider it a treat It's also considerably less in cals than fat free milk, but does have some fat ("good fat" from almonds), the rest is purified water.
I've also had very good success with Trader Joe's brand of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but it's a new product and local stores have not had it in a while... Almond Breeze milk is sold in just about any supermarket such as Safeway, Lucky, etc.

Good luck!

Almond milk does not have any nutty taste IMO. Just give it a go and blend all together...give it a good blend too I seriously love my shake in the morning, so do many people. Not sure if you got a whole 30-day bag or perhaps some samples from your BB coach, but what do you have to lose by trying some proven recipes?

Good luck!

If you go to the website, they have some recommended ways to make the shakeology. I would say like others have said to use a blender with some ice to make it more like a shake. You can get to the website at:
http://FitToPerformOnline.com and hit the shakeology link.

Just a couple of suggestions for the cleanse....one the beach body site they say stay away from any kind of dairy when doing this cleanse. No milk (including almond), cheese, eggs...etc....
The best way to have the shakeology is in the blender. Add a couple of ice cubes and it is definitely drinkable. The greenberry is almost impossible to drink by it's self, extra ingredients (like fruit) are a MUST.

The stuff was way too sweet for me. No amount of additions or concoctions could help that fact!

Not quite sure what being an MLM has to do with the product. Avon, Mary Kay, Tupperware and the list goes on. There is nothing old about Shakeology. The ingredients are 100% natural.

For the cleanse you are supposed to use water for less calories but there is nothing wrong with using a little skim milk. I personally drink almond milk. I drink Shakeology every single day and mix it with water in a blender. Sometimes I use almond milk instead. Sometimes I add pb2 and I personally love it. Sorry you are having a bad experience with it. I also was afraid to try greenberry but I would ask your coach for a sample of it. I learned that when I mixed it with frozen fruit I absolutely loved it and now I get that as well.

Also, if all else fails it is fully refundable minus your shipping of course. Even if the bag is empty! Thats how much beachbody stands behind their products. Try going to a juice bar and ordering a shot of wheatgrass then go back and have your shakeology. I'm sure you would agree that its much better to get your supergreens in via shakeology...lol

I haven't done a cleanse, but this sounds like an unhealthy option that may actually work against you in the long run. I mean, aside from the fact that almost nothing is going to make that chemical sluge palateable, you aren't doing your body any favors by shocking it with starvation treatments- you will just screw with your metabolisim in an unhealthy way and leave yourself feeling hungry and cranky

If you are looking to "flush" your system a bit, you might consider including some natural diuretics into your diet for a few days- leeks, raisins/other dried fruit. It won't give you dramatic results, but I find it adds a bit of a kick in my week if I have them the majority of the days of my week.

this is not chemical, the is plant derived and all natural, vegan, and is the equivelant of eating 5 servings of veggies and it is not starving yourself:flowerforyou: . go to www.shakeology.com/toberlili if you want more info for those who havent seen what it is exactly.. i agree with one of the post, this is not the way to start shakeology, it taste awesome with milk and a blender, when you dont blend it well its like little pieces of cocoa powder, and ya that wouldnt be appealing. water does alter the taste. good luck to you and if you need more ideas ask your coach. :flowerforyou:

HI, sorry to hear that you don't like the flavor of the Chocolate Shakeology! Everyone has different tastes but I personally love both flavors. After my first cleanse I no longer use milk when making the chocolate - I drank Skim anyways so it wasn't that big of a switch for me to only use water. I like to use extracts to help flavor the shakes without adding very many calories because a little goes a LONG way! One of my favorite ways to make the chocolate in the AM is to use 1 to 1.5 cups of cold brewed coffee and just a little peppermint extract, blend with a cup of ice - tastes just like my beloved Peppermint Mocha Frapp! For the greenberry I will use 1/4 - 1/2 cup of orange juice (Simply Orange) 1/2 -3/4 cup water, and a little coconut extract, blend with a cup of ice. The team I work with is wonderful and are always posting new "recipes" for the shakeology. My team leader posted this a few months ago and when I have a craving for something sweet and "bad" - this is my go to recipe:

Butterfinger Blizzard Recipe:

1.1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology
2.4oz Almond Milk or Skim Milk
3.4-6 oz water
4.2 Tbs pb2 natural peanut butter or regular
5.2 Tbs Jello sugar-free/ fat-free Butterscotch Pudding powder
6.Ice to taste.