Best weight loss shakes?
ivylauren02
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Im at 135 looking to loose about 10lb. Does anyone have any opinions on best/worst weight loss shakes? Are there any at the supermarket that are good? How about total lean by gnc? Any input would be helpful, thanks! 
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Personally I would say to save your money. A lot can be very expensive, and are not conducive to long-term weight loss management and lifestyle changes if you do not plan on taking them forever. You can make a calorie deficit for free, and one that won't be overpriced like a lot of shakes and supplements branded as "weight loss aids".
If you do want to buy something, I'd recommend protein powder if it's hard for you to reach your protein goals.
Otherwise, the only "shakes" I like are homemade smoothies. I find they can make a very filling breakfast when you're on the go, and can easily pack in enough calories to cover a meal for you. 0 -
CICO. shakes won't make you lose weight.0
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Turn your wallet upside down and shake it.....wa'la! you have now lost as much as you're going to off a shake. You lose from a caloric deficit.0
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I don't understand what about a shake would make you lose weight?0
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arditarose wrote: »I don't understand what about a shake would make you lose weight?
I'm going to go with either from puking because they're nasty... or starving because you've blown through 1/3 of your calories and are hungry and hour later.0 -
PrizePopple wrote: »arditarose wrote: »I don't understand what about a shake would make you lose weight?
I'm going to go with either from puking because they're nasty... or starving because you've blown through 1/3 of your calories and are hungry and hour later.
I think the latter.0 -
I have a super crazy schedule and feel like substituting a shake for a meal maybe once or twice a day will help me better maintain my calorie intake. Just wondering if anyone has had experiences with them!0
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welp-- Having been down this road before, even tho I work typically min 60 hour weeks, i do best when i consciously control the nutrition...
i tend to make my own w/ protein powders and almond milk- adding in frozen banana, blueberry kale (that's a fave)-
- there are so many recipes you can find on the net-
- if you need more sweet , toss in half a packet of stevia...
- and be careful with soy based smoothies if you've got thyroid issues...0 -
ivylauren02 wrote: »I have a super crazy schedule and feel like substituting a shake for a meal maybe once or twice a day will help me better maintain my calorie intake. Just wondering if anyone has had experiences with them!
Yeah, everybody's busy. And shakes are still a waste of money. With only 10 lbs to lose, your goal should be a 0.5 lb per week loss. At this point, eating real food really is the way to go. I'm saying this as someone who is in the same place in terms of weight loss. There is not a lot of room for error in your logging with such a small deficit, so you really need to take this time to learn proper portion sizes and develop a sustainable lifestyle.
Shakes, meal replacements, prepackaged meals (LC, SmartOnes) may help you stick to calorie count, but they are diet nightmares because as soon as you lose the weight and stop using them, the pounds have a tendency to creep back on. Learn to fit regular food into your life and your schedule, and you're much more likely to keep the weight off.0 -
ivylauren02 wrote: »I have a super crazy schedule and feel like substituting a shake for a meal maybe once or twice a day will help me better maintain my calorie intake. Just wondering if anyone has had experiences with them!
I use the Lean 25 protein shake from GNC (200) , I toss a serving of fruit (60 calls) a cup of unsweetened almond milk (45) calories and blend it (total calories 305). I have to eat breakfast because of low blood sugar levels this shake works great for me because it has 25g of protein which helps keep your sugars from crashing. Mornings are insane here (I have 4 kids and a hubby to get out the door and carpool around in the morning). The shake lasts me until lunch (where I usually have a second shake, unless time allows then I have either a sandwich or a salad). It's been working great for me so far i'm losing an average of 2 pounds per week and don't feel hungry.0 -
I am not sure what the best meal shake is. Maybe there is a difference. They're all just basically chocolate milk you know.ivylauren02 wrote: »Im at 135 looking to loose about 10lb. Does anyone have any opinions on best/worst weight loss shakes? Are there any at the supermarket that are good? How about total lean by gnc? Any input would be helpful, thanks!
Another alternative is to eat right and learn to lose the weight steadily and safely with lasting results. Eat real food...lean meats, raw dairy, beans, nuts, fresh fruits and veggies and whole grains.
Losing weight and getting fit is simple but hard. We all know what to do.- Eat Clean + Calorie Deficit + Exercise = RESULTS
...or you can try some chocolate milk....
0 - Eat Clean + Calorie Deficit + Exercise = RESULTS
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misskittyninja wrote: »You don't have much to lose so let me give you a little advice. Focus on working out, lifting and toning. You can lose as much weight as you want fast but you're not going to look how you want. Google skinny fat. Then google 18-19% bf female.
Look into eating more protien fruit and vege.
Don't waste time on liquid calories. The shakes aren't magic, they don't teach you how to keep weight off and they don't make you lose weight. They're just low in calories and lazy people like the idea of just 'drinking the pounds away' which does not happen. I've been there
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If you do want help, and still want shakes, i'd start with protien shakes in the mornings if youre finding you lack protien. This will help A LOT.
If someone could link guide to sexy pants. That would be wonderful
Its something i think everyone should read when joining MFP as it will teach you a lot and save you from wasting time and money.
I hope this helps, all the best to you on your fitness journey
DONE!
Here is a great read which may help.
A guide to get you started on your path to sexypants
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1
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Simple answer: Shakes aren't for losing weight - they are for gaining muscle.0
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No, shakes are not for gaining muscle. Shakes don't just make people gain muscle. Shakes do help provide protein if you're having trouble getting it from whole foods or need a convenient source.harlequin0318 wrote: »Simple answer: Shakes aren't for losing weight - they are for gaining muscle.
To gain muscle it's take a whole lot more work than just drinking a shake.
Let me rephrase - i lift.0 -
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Chocolate milk is also used for losing weight. People drink it as a meal replacement for fast, temporary weight loss.harlequin0318 wrote: »Simple answer: Shakes aren't for losing weight - they are for gaining muscle.
And when you drink chocolate milk with a meal, it can help add some bulk.
Chocolate milk is versatile like that.
I recommend Nesquick with added syrup for fast weight gain....
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I have just started using Aldi meal replacement shakes at breakfast time. They have assisted me greatly in improving my protein intake, which I had struggled with for a long time. They are very flavoursome, and I have them with a piece of fruit. This week I lost 2.4 kg, the most I have lost in a long time.0
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I have just used mfp to compare the nutritional value of one cup of chocolate milk and the shakes I use (Aldi), Iron: choc milk 3, Aldi 33; Protein: choc milk 8, Aldi 18; Fat: choc milk 8, Aldi 2. Calories are the same.0
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I'm busy too. Never had a shake. I just eat right. YMMV0
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Hmmm I prefer protein bars to protein shakes. The closest thing to a shake I have are protein smoothies. I buy whey isolate protein powder and quite often make 4-berry smoothies for breakfast.
In years past I've had a chocolate Boost shake for lunch when needed. But I sure as heck wouldn't try to live on them for long.0 -
ivylauren02 wrote: »I have a super crazy schedule and feel like substituting a shake for a meal maybe once or twice a day will help me better maintain my calorie intake. Just wondering if anyone has had experiences with them!
Personally, I only have a protein shake after a workout sometimes, but my wife frequently does muscle milk with almond milk because she is not a breakfast eater. It's not a meal replacement but it is fortified with vitamins. Another good solution would be making a shake with greek yogurt, fruits and veggies.
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WONDERFUL!I have just used mfp to compare the nutritional value of one cup of chocolate milk and the shakes I use (Aldi), Iron: choc milk 3, Aldi 33; Protein: choc milk 8, Aldi 18; Fat: choc milk 8, Aldi 2. Calories are the same.
Well, it's wonderful if the product matches that impressive label claim.
I'm sure it does.
Some do not...
https://labdoor.com/rankings/protein
http://i.imgur.com/v9cdH.png
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Wow some people are harsh.
I totally understand wanting to use shakes. She's asking what the best kind are because she wants to know which kind are good for weight loss.
So great job being understanding everyone!!! It really makes this website seem like a welcoming community.
I personally just like any protein powders from the natural departments at supermarkets. You can totally add your own ingredients to them to add flavor as well. My favourite is strawberry powder with some vanilla almond milk and a frozen banana.
Shakes are super useful when you're short on time and just want something you can drink on your way to work/school. They're easy to keep track of calories as well. I don't know why everyone's making it out like they have so many calories. Mine are always around 150-250 and super filling...-1 -
HelloImKelsey wrote: »Wow some people are harsh.
I totally understand wanting to use shakes. She's asking what the best kind are because she wants to know which kind are good for weight loss.
So great job being understanding everyone!!! It really makes this website seem like a welcoming community.
I personally just like any protein powders from the natural departments at supermarkets. You can totally add your own ingredients to them to add flavor as well. My favourite is strawberry powder with some vanilla almond milk and a frozen banana.
Shakes are super useful when you're short on time and just want something you can drink on your way to work/school. They're easy to keep track of calories as well. I don't know why everyone's making it out like they have so many calories. Mine are always around 150-250 and super filling...
In the spirit of being nice, I will amend my comment by saying Sonic shakes are the best for weight loss*.
*Along with a sensible diet with calorie deficit
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HelloImKelsey wrote: »Wow some people are harsh.
I totally understand wanting to use shakes. She's asking what the best kind are because she wants to know which kind are good for weight loss.
So great job being understanding everyone!!! It really makes this website seem like a welcoming community.
I personally just like any protein powders from the natural departments at supermarkets. You can totally add your own ingredients to them to add flavor as well. My favourite is strawberry powder with some vanilla almond milk and a frozen banana.
Shakes are super useful when you're short on time and just want something you can drink on your way to work/school. They're easy to keep track of calories as well. I don't know why everyone's making it out like they have so many calories. Mine are always around 150-250 and super filling...
People aren't really being harsh. Protein shakes don't make you lose weight. They are supplements. So while you can supplement a shake for a meal, they inherently will not make you lose weight. Weight loss is purely dependent on a calorie deficit. Heck, I can drink weight gainers and still lose weight.... as they are just high calorie protein shakes (around 600 calories) but since I have a TDEE of 3000 calories, I could easily replace a meal with one of those shakes and still lose weight.
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ivylauren02 wrote: »Im at 135 looking to loose about 10lb. Does anyone have any opinions on best/worst weight loss shakes? Are there any at the supermarket that are good? How about total lean by gnc? Any input would be helpful, thanks!
i use asda(walmart in usa) meal replacement shakes @ 200 cals made up with skimmed milk.
reduced that to 108 calories using alpro almond milk.
i cannot stomach " real food " pre workout,so these work well to fuel me As Part Of My Calories in/ Calories Out daily routine.
i lost 20kg using these a few years back,and another 20kg plus this time around.i also eat under 1800 cals daily and exercise 1 hour plus daily.
there is no miracle product,but many fit within a specific formula for some us .fact.
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Chocolate milk is also used for losing weight. People drink it as a meal replacement for fast, temporary weight loss.harlequin0318 wrote: »Simple answer: Shakes aren't for losing weight - they are for gaining muscle.
And when you drink chocolate milk with a meal, it can help add some bulk.
Chocolate milk is versatile like that.
I recommend Nesquick with added syrup for fast weight gain....
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