Which protein shake is the best for women?

proudlatina0317
proudlatina0317 Posts: 1 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I want to know which protein shake is the best one as a meal replacement. I want to use this at night. There are soooo many out there and I would appreciate any info on them. Thanks :)
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  • kgeyser
    kgeyser Posts: 22,505 Member
    Look for ones that come in pink, sparkly packaging, that always call when they say they will, bring you flowers, and remember your birthday, and that you can enjoy while listening to soft music in a candlelit bubble bath.
  • julies90
    julies90 Posts: 646 Member
    It doesn't matter really. Proteins aren't gender specific. Just don't get a massive gain protein.
    Perfect Whey or Diesel are good and tasty. About 28 grams of protein. I also like Kaizen protein.
  • amygauv
    amygauv Posts: 17 Member
    I really love the Muscle Milk Light, no weird after taste! But what julies90 said... proteins aren't gender specific.
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  • tlcarolinagirl
    tlcarolinagirl Posts: 1,700 Member
    I am new to drinking protein shakes, but I drink Optimum Whey Gold Standard Double Chocolate I got from bodybuilding.com. I was fearful of bulking up, but was told it wouldn't happen. I mix it with 2% milk.
  • MoreBean13
    MoreBean13 Posts: 8,701 Member
    So you want to replace dinner with a protein shake? Personally, I think that would be a mistake. I don't believe in using any diet tactics that aren't sustainable, and I find it highly improbable that anyone would give up dinner for the long term- it's too much of a communal meal.

    Any brand of protein shake is fine for women- experiment and find one you like the taste of. There's no difference between the protein requirements for woman than men. I would advise mixing with milk or almond milk if you're trying to limit calories. If you want it to be more substantial like a meal, you can mix it in a blender with frozen fruit, spinach, kale, peanut butter, flax seed, oats, fresh fruit- whatever, really.
  • Cranquistador
    Cranquistador Posts: 39,744 Member
    whichever one she will take.
  • determinedbutlazy
    determinedbutlazy Posts: 1,941 Member
    If you really feel the need to replace a meal with a shake, maybe make it breakfast rather than dinner (dinner is a social meal) and make sure it's full of actual food.
    Use a protein powder (I use Optimum Nutrition) and add milk of choice, fruit and/or leafy veg like kale or spinach some ice and perhaps a quarter cup of uncooked oats to bulk it out. Loads of good stuff, filling and tasty... Plus you can drink it on your work commute etc, leaving more time for your morning workout or (my choice) more sleep.
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    okay- well there are a few issues at hand.
    Protein shakes are not meal replacement shakes.

    They can be- but they are not inherently the same thing.

    most people don't need meal replacements- but that's not for me to say since I don't know you. Usually a meal replacement isn't as satisfying and works better for people having a hard timing meeting their calorie goals. Real food is almost always better than liquid food.

    But be careful if you're goal is to just supplement protein- you don't want a meal replacement- you're going to blow your calories like crazy if you do.


    protein is protein- there is no male female specific- so buy which everyone makes you happy in your pants and go from there. Gold Standard is a really good brand and is a great price point. You can't really go wrong with it.

    I am new to drinking protein shakes, but I drink Optimum Whey Gold Standard Double Chocolate I got from bodybuilding.com. I was fearful of bulking up, but was told it wouldn't happen. I mix it with 2% milk.
    protein won't make you bulk- a calorie surplus and consistent progressive heavy over load- over the course of years makes you bulk.

    it's laughably hard to ACTUALLY bulk. it doesn't happen on accident.
  • SephiraRose
    SephiraRose Posts: 766 Member
    Hi, Are you looking for a protein replacement for weight loss? My doctor recommended a whey protein powder replacement. She said sometimes the soy proteins don't always give women the desired results. I have tried body fortress super advanced whey protein replacement. The vanilla taste is decent, best if mixed with low calorie almond milk or skim milk (not water). One scoop (41g) 170 cal 2.5 fat 30 g protein and 7 carbs. Good luck
  • Mia_RagazzaTosta
    Mia_RagazzaTosta Posts: 4,885 Member
    The one made by a man
  • Mother_Superior
    Mother_Superior Posts: 1,624 Member
    Proteins, like dumbbells and weight plates, aren't gender specific. Pick your favorite flavor and go nuts.
  • amandaconover
    amandaconover Posts: 2 Member
    I really like Unjury - Vanilla, it is medial quality protein. I purchase it from my dr's office but you can also purchase it from the Unjury website. It is 21 grams of protein!
  • SexKittenlovesitrough
    SexKittenlovesitrough Posts: 486
    Another vote for Optimum Nutrition.

    flavorwise, ON and Trutein are voted the best consistently on bodybuilding.com

    protein is not gender specific and if you are buying one that says it's "made for females" about the only thing you are getting is a price hike because of marketing technique.
  • DeltaZero
    DeltaZero Posts: 1,197 Member
    The one that doesn't make you gag? And doesn't clump.


    It's hard to swallow the clumpy ones.
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    The one that doesn't make you gag? And doesn't clump.


    It's hard to swallow the clumpy ones.

    OMG someone gave me mango/peach whatever ISOPURE.

    HOLYSH*TSNACKSBATMAN.

    didn't blend well- and tasted like complete and utter *kitten*.

    50$ of wasted protein- i coudln't even think of a useful way to dispose of it. barf.
  • abickford82
    abickford82 Posts: 207
    It's not gender specific.

    I however like Cytosport Vanilla or Chocolate (from Costco). 140 calories a scoop, 27g of protein, 3g of carbs and sugar. Also contain a little bit of fiber, too. I try my best to consume a high fiber diet so it's important my protein contains some. HTH!
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
    The one straight from the source. :smokin: :drinker:
  • SugaryLynx
    SugaryLynx Posts: 2,640 Member
    I prefer to pick the tastiest.
  • MSmith74
    MSmith74 Posts: 24 Member
    I love shakeology but it is only available in the US, Canada or shipped to an FPO and only through a beachbody coach.
    It is great for women because it is high in calcium and antioxidants and all natural.
  • jessicameadsstephens
    jessicameadsstephens Posts: 56 Member
    I just purchased SlimQuick Chocolate Dream. 100 Calories a scoop I used skim milk and a banana and some PB and it was amazing...and came in at 300 calories....
  • Serah87
    Serah87 Posts: 5,481 Member
    I do the chocolate Whey Protein powder and I add it to my my steel cut oats w/greek yogurt. :smile:
  • MinMin97
    MinMin97 Posts: 2,674 Member
    My opinion on protein powders:
    best is a hi-quality whey.
    I don't like soy, I don't think it's good for you.
    Good choice I found at Vitamin Shoppe, Reserveage Grass-fed Whey. Tastes great, has the co-factors found in grass-fed milk, and was a decent price.
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,865 Member
    1 - protein is not gender specific

    2- protein shakes are generally used to supplement protein intake, not as a meal replacement; you're much better off eating an actual meal.
  • Beastmaster50
    Beastmaster50 Posts: 505 Member
    Phase8 by MuscleTech tastes awesome and is reasonably priced.
  • Huffdogg
    Huffdogg Posts: 1,934 Member
    There's no such thing.
  • ucabucca
    ucabucca Posts: 606 Member
    I use protein shakes daily to keep calories up already at 5-6 meals and needed after long strength training sessions (2hrs) but would agree with others not meant to be a meal replacement be careful with that idea.
    They are not gender related it is by taste. The ones in Wal Mart usually don't taste as good and absorption I have heard but not sure if it is true can vary. I use Intex and it tastes good have also used Matrix and liked it. It will not bulk you up. I know the Muscle milk is good and comes premixed whch might be helpful if on the go. Most have 23 grams of protein per serving I think some go higher mine now is at 32 and I like it becasue it can be mixed with water for after workout or used for large calorie needs with fruit ce cream and peanut butter.
  • getfitgal123
    getfitgal123 Posts: 267 Member
    I agree, they are not gender specific.

    Personally, I like Beverly UMP -- Chocolate or Vanilla. Can order from Amazon.
  • xoclirpa
    xoclirpa Posts: 1
    I drink this one too! I mix it with unsweetened vanilla almond milk though and mix in a cup of frozen fruit (I love blueberries) and a cup of baby spinach and run it through my nutribullet....it's delicious! The Vanilla Ice Cream is another good flavor if you want something neutral to mix fruit with. I purchased ours at GNC.
  • MsJulielicious
    MsJulielicious Posts: 708 Member
    Grilled chicken...

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