Whats your favorite Protein shake?

Teraswhey Organic Dark Chocolate whey protein

I was weary of investing in a large container of protein powder. Any time I have been given a sample, the flavor has been repulsive. Not to mention that the concept of powdered nutrition has always been a bit off-putting to me, So I did some research to see if there was anyway to get the benefits of a protein shake, without using a powder and I found a recipe using ingredients you can find at a regular grocery store.

Here are the basic ingredients

1-2 cups milk
1/2 cup part skim milk ricotta cheese
1/2 cup non-fat cottage cheese
4 ounces non-fat yogurt
1 tbl heavy cream
1 tbl healthy fat oil (almond, walnut, flax, olive, or coconut)
fresh or frozen fruit

You can read an explanation of each of the ingredients here: http://www.livestrong.com/article/87006-make-protein-shake-protein-powder/

NOTE: I use Greek yogurt, 1% milk, and cottage cheese with 4% fat (non-fat is too high in sodium for me), and I add cocoa powder instead of fruit. This makes two servings for me, depending on your calorie or protein needs this may make more or less servings for you. Calorie breakdown will be different if you add fruit and use skim/non-fat dairy.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 427 g

Amount Per Serving
Calories 300
Calories from Fat 108
Total Fat 12.0g
Saturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 50mg
Sodium 457mg
Total Carbohydrates 21.6g
Sugars 17.1g
Protein 26.2g
Vitamin A 18%
Vitamin C 1%
Calcium 61%
Iron 3%

Here's mine -- my favorite post-workout smoothie. It's got to be a long hard run or ride, though, cause it's high in calories.

1 ripe banana
1-2 cups ice
a big handful of spinach
1/2 - 3/4 cup low fat chocolate milk
2 TBS peanut butter
1 TBS honey

Blend until smooth. Enjoy.

Calories: 457
Carbs: 48g
Fat: 25g
Protein: 16g
Fiber: 7g

I take GNC pro amp 60 chocolate protein. I take one scoop in the morning with my oatmeal to give it better taste then I take two more scoops with water and two vitamins as close to the end of my workout as possible. I get 60 grams of protein from it with a small amount of calories and it tastes pretty good. I'm thinking about switching to BSN syntha 6 but its way more expensive so I'm not too sure about it. Either way, something is better than nothing but don't cheap out on your protein. Make sure you're getting 15-20 grams of protein per scoop so you're not getting lots of fillers and other crap in there.

+1 for Pro amp 60 although I use the vanilla. Mixes very well and tastes great.

I would have to say the best protein shakes by far are Nutrilite protein shakes. They come in chocolate, vanilla and mixed berry smoothie. They are premixed and don't need to be refrigerated until opened (taste the best chilled) they go down really smooth.

"Nutrilite protein shakes contain 25g of protein and help maintain lean body mass. They contain the exclusive Nutrilite C-Lenium Blend, which provides antioxidant protection from harmful free radicals generated by intense and prolonged exercise. No artificial colors, flavors or preservatives."
Vanilla nutrition facts:
Cals: 160
Total fat: 6g
Sat. fat.: 1g
Trans: 0g
Sodium: 300mg
Potassium: 360mg
Carbs: 4g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 25g

30% Calcium
10% Selenium
100% Vitamin C

I just started Herballife protein shakes and got it in cookies and cream flavor. It is REALLY good but REALLY $$$! I also got there green tea, which it suppose to increase your metabolism. So far I am enjoying the easy meals that I don't hav to put any thought into.

Hi everyone I am new here, do the protein shakes really help you to lose weight? I have been trying to lose weight for some time now and I am hopefully on my way.

Well i dunno about losing weight just by taking a protein shake. But i've been researching protein shakes and this is what i have learned so far:

Protein is one of the body's main building blocks for muscle, bone, skin, and other tissues.

therefore protein help repair damage to muscles that can occur with vigorously working out.

"If your goal is to lose body fat, change to a protein shake that's mainly protein, has fewer carbohydrates, and only a little bit of fat, such as Slim-Fast. 'Make sure the product is more than 50% protein if your goal is body fat loss', Antonio says" www.webmd.com

Im a Shakeology girl myself -- protein, low glycemic index and yummy.
150 calories per servings - I usually add a tsp of PB2 and 1/2 a banana!

Here a a couple of products I love, Lean Dessert and Syntha-6 by BSN. You can't miss them, they come is a red container. BSN products are practically the best in the market.

Isopure Low Carb No Sugar Whey Isolate in Dutch Chocolate