Herbalife? Anyone try this to aid weight loss?

From what I understood from herbalife is that their protein is plant based vs, "whey" protein which is animal based....plant protein is better for you than animal. The reason it is not sold In stores is that it is pharmaceutical grade and held to higher standards than over the counter FDA....hence higher price. I don't like the pyramid scheme either and don't sell to anyone but signed up just to get the discount and buy without having to go through sales reps.
I agree with a majority of others....these shakes can be used as a meal replacement, however, you have to change and eat healthier overall and exercise if you truly want to see a lasting change. There is no magic potion or shake out there. Calories In and calories out. The shakes are higher protein if you use in the morning for breakfast can kick start your energy and metabolism for the day. And I suppose if you have two shakes a day over time you will lose weight, but not realistic long term unless you are a fanatic about and have the money...I find it too expensive for long term. Same deal with shakeology and all the others like.
Good luck finding what works for you.

I am using Herbalife but purchased mine on Craigslist from a lady who used to sell. Got the Ultimate kit for $30

Don't waste your money! Eat healthy and exercise the weight will come off!

If you got the whole Ultimate kit for $30 then I guarantee it is not herbalife!

I am using Herbalife but purchased mine on Craigslist from a lady who used to sell. Got the Ultimate kit for $30

Nothing will come between me and my Herbalife....changed my life

I just signed up and I start my program tomorrow. I honestly beleive that this product is not what gives you the end results, but because I am the type of person that needs a "plan" to stick to... I thought I would try it. I think it will hold me accountable. The product combined with excercise and healthy eating consistently are what gets you the results and will ultimately keep off the weight. The distributor that sold me my program didn't just sell me the product, he actually holds fitness classes, customized a meal plan for me and gave me a home workout plan to combine with the product so to me, I feel like I'm getting more than just some supplements. In addition, he does before and after pics so you can see your results and tracks your progress. I think this is what will make him a successful seller and my a successful loser! I know that after I drop this weight and get a jump start... I can always use a meal replacement from GNC if I want. I did also ask the distributor about it being soy-based mostly because of the whole GMO scare and they do use a non-GMO soy for anyone who cares about that aspect. They also offer the whey-based shakes as well. I hope those supplements don't make me sick like some of the people posting... time will tell

Having done a 12 week weight loss challenge with Herbalife, for me, I would state that It's the program, not the product. Being accountable to that scale on a weekly basis is a major factor. Plus I like a challenge. Now? I'm doing weight watchers and losing at the same rate. Nutrition, program, planning, accountability....

While you can use any product you want, the local Herbalife store here has weight loss challenges with 1 hr weekly classes and the meetings were very informative. It was inexpensive - $30 or $40 for a 12 week challenge. You do get a coach, 2 free body scans, guidance on what nutritional goals to meet (protein, carbs, calories, exercise, etc) and weekly nutrition classes. They did not hock their product nor use it during the classes on nutrition so I would recommend them for the classes alone (in the Overland Park, KS area). They were very informative and they had excellent instructors here. And if you like the plan they use with their product, great!

The coach will be the one you meet first who after doing the body scan and goal setting will sell their product to you. If you like shakes, it's expensive ($35 - $40 a canister) but not a bad deal. Compared to $9 for an EAS protein mix @ walmart it's a little steep.... It's a matter of finances and personal preference.

Personally I'm a fan of a protein shake as a post work out pick me up / protein replacement - not as a meal replacement. I like solid food for meals

It allegedly caused kidney failures.

I was looking for a protein powder to help since I'm a vegetarian and haven't been eating enough protein. My cousin is an Herbalife coach so I called him up to see what they had.

I asked him specifics about ingredients and he couldn't really answer. He just kept telling me how healthy the products are. Since I am diabetic I decided to put in a call to my dr for his opinion.

He called me back and advised me to stay away from the products. He sent me a link to check out so I could learn more about how the ingredients effect the body. Once I read that I decided against the products.

The strange thing is, I sent my cousin all the info and told him about what my doctor said he didn't seem the least bit concerned. He told me that he "knows it is healthy, for a fact". When I asked him how he knew the conversation stopped.

Yes I have and currently still am loosing absolutely love the products! you can pm me if you want more info on it!!

There are going to be good and bad reviews for Herbalife, or any health product on the market. My personal trainer has been on the products for 12 years and his business partner has been on them for 15 and these guys are in AMAZING shape. I have only been using them for 3 weeks but I feel better than I ever have in my life. It works for me.