Shakeology?

I sell it and can send you a sample if you would like to try it!

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I am debating on whether to try it. There is a new program called the 21 Day Fix and it also comes with a month's suppy of shakeology. Has anyone tried the 21 Day Fix? I just don't know if I want to spend $170.00 (with tax) on it. I would love to hear from anyone that has tried it. My problem is that I am such a sweet tooth, but from what I read it helps with cravings and so forth. Any info would be appreciated.

Do you drink it in place of a meal? If so, which one? TIA

Yes, you drink it in place of a meal. Typically breakfast but you can replace which ever meal you want. For example, say you have time to prepare yourself breakfast and lunch but you don't have time to make dinner. Use it for dinner.

As for your other question, I haven't done the 21 Day Fix but I have done the Advocare 24 Day Challenge and am doing my second one in June. The two are very similar. The challenge is about $200 after tax and shipping and instead of giving you tupperware, it gives you supplements, meal replacement shakes, energy drinks, etc., and a guide telling you what you should be eating and how much, so it's teaching you what proper portions are and what you should be eating. As I said, very similar to the 21 Day Fix, but you have to actually figure out portion sizes by weighing/measuring, which I think is more sustainable over the rest of your life than relying on tupperware, because after a while you'll be able to eyeball what a serving size is. The biggest difference between the two is that the 24 Day Challenge doesn't come with workout DVDs, though there are some that you can purchase.

I have heard that Shakeology helps curbs cravings, and it's sweet so even if it didn't curb them, it would definitely satisfy them.

Here is my suggestion. Invest in a good blender, like a vitamix or ninja, and do what everyone else has said, and make your smoothies yourself. There are tons of how-to for making smoothies ahead of time so the prep work is easy. We freeze all natural yogurt (less protein, but also less expensive than greek yogurt) in muffin tins = 1/2 cup. Take quart size bags, toss in 1-2 frozen "cubes" of yogurt, frozen fruit, some kale, broccoli or spinach, quinoa (cooked) or steel cut oatmeal (uncooked). Assemble 10 of these bags at once, label the bags with the calorie count, the fruit & other combos you use, and throw in the freezer. To make smoothie, grab a bag out of the freezer, dump in some lowfat milk/coconut water/juice (your preference) and blend. Super easy, and fills you up. I also throw my in a to-go cup, top with some multi-grain cheerios, and drink/eat on the way to work. I may eat a small snack, but for the most part I am good to go until lunch. If you are really concerned about protein, then add some protein powder, but I would save that until you are doing intensive muscle building workouts and use the powder as part of your recovery drink (I add some do my chocolate milk).
From my experience, these shakes are not worth the money. Besides, your body is better able to absorb nutrients from naturally occurring foods, like the fruits and vegetables you can add to your smoothie

I have a friend who swore by them, really to me it was overpriced and really I could make better at home.

I use : http://www.naturesbounty.com/optimalsolutions/050875# and mix with milk, PB and Banana and it keeps me full for hours. I had one today at about 7am and I am still not hungry. I would say look around and find one that isnt so expensive and just make your own shake to your taste. There are so many protein powders out there I am sure you will find one you like the flavor of and that doesn't cost so much.

This is great. I currently use Herbalife's meal replacement shake because I get it free from my dad but this is a reasonably priced mix that I'll have to try eventually.

Here is my suggestion. Invest in a good blender, like a vitamix or ninja, and do what everyone else has said, and make your smoothies yourself. There are tons of how-to for making smoothies ahead of time so the prep work is easy. We freeze all natural yogurt (less protein, but also less expensive than greek yogurt) in muffin tins = 1/2 cup. Take quart size bags, toss in 1-2 frozen "cubes" of yogurt, frozen fruit, some kale, broccoli or spinach, quinoa (cooked) or steel cut oatmeal (uncooked). Assemble 10 of these bags at once, label the bags with the calorie count, the fruit & other combos you use, and throw in the freezer. To make smoothie, grab a bag out of the freezer, dump in some lowfat milk/coconut water/juice (your preference) and blend. Super easy, and fills you up. I also throw my in a to-go cup, top with some multi-grain cheerios, and drink/eat on the way to work. I may eat a small snack, but for the most part I am good to go until lunch. If you are really concerned about protein, then add some protein powder, but I would save that until you are doing intensive muscle building workouts and use the powder as part of your recovery drink (I add some do my chocolate milk).
From my experience, these shakes are not worth the money. Besides, your body is better able to absorb nutrients from naturally occurring foods, like the fruits and vegetables you can add to your smoothie

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