Shakeology replacements

bluekitty2201
bluekitty2201 Posts: 24 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Is there anything that is equivalent to Shakeology? I can't see spending that much money for a month supply.

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  • vismal
    vismal Posts: 2,463 Member
    Any protein powder + a multivitamin. That's basically all shakeology is. The only difference is most brands of protein powder use a higher quality protein source and they have more protein per serving then shakeology.
  • rjmudlax13
    rjmudlax13 Posts: 900 Member
    Real food is a pretty decent replacement.
  • vismal
    vismal Posts: 2,463 Member
    Real food is a pretty decent replacement.
    ^^^THIS
  • _Waffle_
    _Waffle_ Posts: 13,049 Member
    Is there anything that is equivalent to Shakeology?

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    Just buy protein powder from normal sources. Avoid the pyramid scheme sales.
  • jennifurballs
    jennifurballs Posts: 247 Member
    There is a nutritional difference, but like someone said earlier, for weight loss, most any protein shake and supplements will work. Below is a link to a website of an independent review of Shakeology. These guys rate meal replacement shakes. I drink the vanilla and like they say in their review, because of all the vitamins and other nutrients, it doesn't taste as good as most shakes. I mix mine with coffee and vanilla almond milk. The coffee definitely helps with the flavor issue and gives me a shot of caffeine.

    I'm going to try mixing it with some strawberries, bananas, blueberries and almond milk in the morning and see how that tastes.



    http://www.mealreplacementshakereviews.com/shakeology-review/
  • PRMinx
    PRMinx Posts: 4,585 Member
    I'm going to go with.....eat real food. Because it's tasty, affordable and I like to chew things.
  • Luv2eatSweets
    Luv2eatSweets Posts: 221 Member
    I'm going to go with.....eat real food. Because it's tasty, affordable and I like to chew things.


    Yes chewing is good.....plus the smell of food is a plus
  • kirkor
    kirkor Posts: 2,530 Member
    There's always the Velocity Diet ;)
    http://velocity.t-nation.com/free_online_program/sports_body_training_diet_velocity/velocity_diet_30#the-diet/velocity-diet-program-3-0
  • vismal
    vismal Posts: 2,463 Member
    There's always the Velocity Diet ;)
    http://velocity.t-nation.com/free_online_program/sports_body_training_diet_velocity/velocity_diet_30#the-diet/velocity-diet-program-3-0
    Yeah, that diet looks reasonable and not gimmicky at all. It certainly isn't designed to sell supplements:
    Meal 1: Shake and supplements
    Meal 2: Shake and supplements
    Meal 3: Shake and supplements
    Meal 4: Healthy Solid Meal
    Meal 5: Shake and supplements
  • bluekitty2201
    bluekitty2201 Posts: 24 Member
    Thanks for all the responses everyone. I most definitely am not paying for Shakeology, but in the mornings I have a hard time eating breakfast because I'm just not hungry. So I was looking for a protein shake that was comparable to it. I'll just go to GNC or something. Does anyone have a brand they have found that is good? Doesn't have to be GNC, can be something from Walmart for all I care lol.
  • kgeyser
    kgeyser Posts: 22,505 Member
    Thanks for all the responses everyone. I most definitely am not paying for Shakeology, but in the mornings I have a hard time eating breakfast because I'm just not hungry. So I was looking for a protein shake that was comparable to it. I'll just go to GNC or something. Does anyone have a brand they have found that is good? Doesn't have to be GNC, can be something from Walmart for all I care lol.

    Why would you eat if you aren't hungry?
  • _Waffle_
    _Waffle_ Posts: 13,049 Member
    I'm using Twinlab but the 6 star or whatever brand Walmart carries isn't bad either. Don't fall for all that micronized made in Micronesia crap. Just find a quality brand that tastes good and is still affordable. Cookies and cream or vanilla are my favorites. I can't do the chocolate. It doesn't taste quite right to me.
  • bryannakay
    bryannakay Posts: 198 Member
    I really love the Body Fortress from Walmart. I usually get it in Vanilla and also in Chocolate. You can search Protein Shake Recipes and it is RIDICULOUS the amount of amazing recipes that are out there! My favorite is the cake batter recipe!! YUMM!!!!
  • vismal
    vismal Posts: 2,463 Member
    Thanks for all the responses everyone. I most definitely am not paying for Shakeology, but in the mornings I have a hard time eating breakfast because I'm just not hungry. So I was looking for a protein shake that was comparable to it. I'll just go to GNC or something. Does anyone have a brand they have found that is good? Doesn't have to be GNC, can be something from Walmart for all I care lol.

    Why would you eat if you aren't hungry?
    Yes! If you aren't hungry in the morning simply don't eat in the morning. No need to eat breakfast if you aren't hungry. Save your calories for when you ARE hungry.
  • bluekitty2201
    bluekitty2201 Posts: 24 Member
    Thanks for all the responses everyone. I most definitely am not paying for Shakeology, but in the mornings I have a hard time eating breakfast because I'm just not hungry. So I was looking for a protein shake that was comparable to it. I'll just go to GNC or something. Does anyone have a brand they have found that is good? Doesn't have to be GNC, can be something from Walmart for all I care lol.

    Why would you eat if you aren't hungry?
    Yes! If you aren't hungry in the morning simply don't eat in the morning. No need to eat breakfast if you aren't hungry. Save your calories for when you ARE hungry.


    I'm not saying I have to eat in the morning, but if I don't then I don't get to eat until after 2pm and I get up at 6am. If I can take a protein shake to work, I'd be able to drink that when I get hungry. Eating at work is not an option for the job I have. And no, I don't work until 2 without breaks. I work until noon and then have stuff to do after work and don't get home until at least 2. So for me, a protein shake is the most convenient.
  • loulamb7
    loulamb7 Posts: 801 Member
    If you're looking for a meal replacement instead of just a protein shake I would recommend either Garden of Life Chocolate Meal replacement or Vega One Chocolate. I prefer the taste of Vega One but use Garden of Life because it cost less per serving. Both provide a decent amount of protein, carbs, fats and fiber. You can get either on Amazon and The Vitamin Shoppe.
  • SherryTeach
    SherryTeach Posts: 2,836 Member
    My replacement would be a lean sirloin steak and a salad. Or some nights some grilled chicken or salmon.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,990 Member
    Thanks for all the responses everyone. I most definitely am not paying for Shakeology, but in the mornings I have a hard time eating breakfast because I'm just not hungry. So I was looking for a protein shake that was comparable to it. I'll just go to GNC or something. Does anyone have a brand they have found that is good? Doesn't have to be GNC, can be something from Walmart for all I care lol.

    Why would you eat if you aren't hungry?
    THIS. I don't eat in the morning. First meal is after 12:00 pm. Been doing it that way for the last 10 years or so.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
  • happyfeetrebel1
    happyfeetrebel1 Posts: 1,005 Member
    I've tried a LOT of protein shakes, as I have a medical protein requirement. My go tos:

    EAS CarbVantage in chocolate fudge
    Premier Protein in Chocolate
    GNC Total Lean in Swiss Chocolate
    Syntrax Nextar in Fuzzy Navel, Caribbean Cooler and Chocolate

    Oh..I like chocolate, LOL
  • Kalikel
    Kalikel Posts: 9,603 Member
    The only one it tried was Slimfast and I don't recommend it.

    Good luck!

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