Shakeology question!
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passionately_kate wrote: »thanks to those who gave reviews, bad or good but I liked the reviews on people who said they tried it and either liked or hated it. that's what I'm looking for... people who tried it and how they liked or didn't like it.
appreciated!
The problem with this logic is that the people who actually have knowledge on nutrition would never waste their money on Shakeology. It's a double edge sword...
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So you rather spend $130 a month vs a $10-$20 bottle of multivitamins?! OKI have tried the chocolate and I like it. I've never tried this kind of thing before as I had always been skeptical. I usually make mine with ice, almond milk and a combination of berries. I work near a smoothie place and it tastes just as good as something I would buy there. Some people don't like it apparently, so the only way to find out is to try it. For me, it is an easy way to get nutrients and vitamins I wouldn't normally get. My skin is way better since I started using it.
That is my experience.
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passionately_kate wrote: »thanks to those who gave reviews, bad or good but I liked the reviews on people who said they tried it and either liked or hated it. that's what I'm looking for... people who tried it and how they liked or didn't like it. appreciated!
The problem with this logic is that the people who actually have knowledge on nutrition would never waste their money on Shakeology. It's a double edge sword...
I only want the easily confused and sold to tell me about a product, particularly since they lack the sophistication to form a coherent and intelligent opinion about such product.0 -
Sounds like the status quo...passionately_kate wrote: »thanks to those who gave reviews, bad or good but I liked the reviews on people who said they tried it and either liked or hated it. that's what I'm looking for... people who tried it and how they liked or didn't like it. appreciated!
The problem with this logic is that the people who actually have knowledge on nutrition would never waste their money on Shakeology. It's a double edge sword...
I only want the easily confused and sold to tell me about a product, particularly since they lack the sophistication to form a coherent and intelligent opinion about such product.
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I think I actually perfectly described gaming journalism too. lol.0
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lol, yeah... I will tell no tales, but I have personal experiences with gaming "journalists". lol.0
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Sure......I could get the same vitamins, but I'll be honest, I am too busy and too rushed half the time to plan perfectly well balanced meals every day. For example, it is very difficult for me to get 20g of protein for breakfast without consuming way too many calories and too much fat.....there are also a lot of things in the mix that I wouldn't normally get.....spiraling, chia and flax seeds, gingko, probiotics etc,I have tried the chocolate and I like it. I've never tried this kind of thing before as I had always been skeptical. I usually make mine with ice, almond milk and a combination of berries. I work near a smoothie place and it tastes just as good as something I would buy there. Some people don't like it apparently, so the only way to find out is to try it. For me, it is an easy way to get nutrients and vitamins I wouldn't normally get. My skin is way better since I started using it.
That is my experience.
Can you explain why you wouldn't normally get these nutrients? Or why spending $130/month is a better approach than taking a multi-vitamin.
The reality is that a well-rounded diet will provide 99.9% of people with the nutrients they need.
There may be cheaper alternatives, but this is working for me and I like it. It's a personal choice. This is the first time I've ever used a mix like this so when I'm done with this bag, I may look into cheaper alternatives. I do not sell, nor do I ever intend to sell this product. The OP asked for opinions from people who have used it and so that is what this is.
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So you rather spend $130 a month vs a $10-$20 bottle of multivitamins?! OKI have tried the chocolate and I like it. I've never tried this kind of thing before as I had always been skeptical. I usually make mine with ice, almond milk and a combination of berries. I work near a smoothie place and it tastes just as good as something I would buy there. Some people don't like it apparently, so the only way to find out is to try it. For me, it is an easy way to get nutrients and vitamins I wouldn't normally get. My skin is way better since I started using it.
That is my experience.
I've tried it, I like it and it works for me. I am very knowledgable about nutrition. I have vitamins, but I don't take them. I know I should, but it just doesn't happen. It's fine if you think it's a scam....you don't have to do it.0 -
Sure......I could get the same vitamins, but I'll be honest, I am too busy and too rushed half the time to plan perfectly well balanced meals every day. For example, it is very difficult for me to get 20g of protein for breakfast without consuming way too many calories and too much fat.....there are also a lot of things in the mix that I wouldn't normally get.....spiraling, chia and flax seeds, gingko, probiotics etc,I have tried the chocolate and I like it. I've never tried this kind of thing before as I had always been skeptical. I usually make mine with ice, almond milk and a combination of berries. I work near a smoothie place and it tastes just as good as something I would buy there. Some people don't like it apparently, so the only way to find out is to try it. For me, it is an easy way to get nutrients and vitamins I wouldn't normally get. My skin is way better since I started using it.
That is my experience.
Can you explain why you wouldn't normally get these nutrients? Or why spending $130/month is a better approach than taking a multi-vitamin.
The reality is that a well-rounded diet will provide 99.9% of people with the nutrients they need.
There may be cheaper alternatives, but this is working for me and I like it. It's a personal choice. This is the first time I've ever used a mix like this so when I'm done with this bag, I may look into cheaper alternatives. I do not sell, nor do I ever intend to sell this product. The OP asked for opinions from people who have used it and so that is what this is.
Lol. How do you know how much chia, flax etc when it's all hidden in a prop blend? Are any of those things in effacious dosages for humans?
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wow this thread is still active lol I bought it, waiting for it to come in the mail. I'm going to test it for myself and see how it is and if I wasted money...then oh well! lol Thanks for everyone's input! 0
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So you rather spend $130 a month vs a $10-$20 bottle of multivitamins?! OKI have tried the chocolate and I like it. I've never tried this kind of thing before as I had always been skeptical. I usually make mine with ice, almond milk and a combination of berries. I work near a smoothie place and it tastes just as good as something I would buy there. Some people don't like it apparently, so the only way to find out is to try it. For me, it is an easy way to get nutrients and vitamins I wouldn't normally get. My skin is way better since I started using it.
That is my experience.
I am very knowledgable about nutrition. I have vitamins, but I don't take them.
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Sure......I could get the same vitamins, but I'll be honest, I am too busy and too rushed half the time to plan perfectly well balanced meals every day. For example, it is very difficult for me to get 20g of protein for breakfast without consuming way too many calories and too much fat.....there are also a lot of things in the mix that I wouldn't normally get.....spiraling, chia and flax seeds, gingko, probiotics etc,I have tried the chocolate and I like it. I've never tried this kind of thing before as I had always been skeptical. I usually make mine with ice, almond milk and a combination of berries. I work near a smoothie place and it tastes just as good as something I would buy there. Some people don't like it apparently, so the only way to find out is to try it. For me, it is an easy way to get nutrients and vitamins I wouldn't normally get. My skin is way better since I started using it.
That is my experience.
Can you explain why you wouldn't normally get these nutrients? Or why spending $130/month is a better approach than taking a multi-vitamin.
The reality is that a well-rounded diet will provide 99.9% of people with the nutrients they need.
There may be cheaper alternatives, but this is working for me and I like it. It's a personal choice. This is the first time I've ever used a mix like this so when I'm done with this bag, I may look into cheaper alternatives. I do not sell, nor do I ever intend to sell this product. The OP asked for opinions from people who have used it and so that is what this is.
That's just plain lazy.
I just had two hard boiled eggs and a yogurt and hit 25 grams of protein with 11 grams of fat.1 -
OP expect 25% helpful (or answer the question) and 75% troll - it's the way this site works these days.0
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OP expect 25% helpful (or answer the question) and 75% troll - it's the way this site works these days.
So those of us who don't believe that shakes are a helpful tool for sustainable weight loss are trolls? Those of us who believe in eating real food and exercising regularly and, you know, doing the hard work day in and day out are trolls?
Um, ok. Good luck on your journey.
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I have some of the Beachbody workouts and really enjoy them, but I think Shakeology is a waste of money. I did it for about 3 months and didn't find any difference to when I was using other protein powders. Honestly I would suggest just finding one you enjoy and use that. I found one at GNC that I love, and it's less than half what I paid for Shakeology.0
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passionately_kate wrote: »Can I get real reviews and not just opinions please? thanks
I tried the chocolate shakeology for a little while. Just blended it with almond milk and ice and sometimes a banana, peanut butter or peppermint extract. It was delicious, I just don't think it is worth the price tag. You can go to any health food shop and get protein powder for less than half the price.
I do however LOVE the Beachbody workout programs and will continue to purchase those. I prefer to workout at home and these programs can really push you into working harder 0 -
if you lack energy, its typically from not getting proper nutrients. A protein shake won't help that. I think you would be better off tracking your macros/nutrients and find where you are lacking and make changes in your diet. You stated you use Weight Watchers-if you are eating "their" meals, they are processed and lacking in essential nutrients that you could benefit from. This would be my first course of action, before spending anymore money.0
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OP expect 25% helpful (or answer the question) and 75% troll - it's the way this site works these days.
So those of us who don't believe that shakes are a helpful tool for sustainable weight loss are trolls? Those of us who believe in eating real food and exercising regularly and, you know, doing the hard work day in and day out are trolls?
Um, ok. Good luck on your journey.
Notice how you identified with being a troll? I never said that to you instead you took it and labeled yourself that way. Interesting that people who aren't troll take offence to referring to trolls. Good luck on your journey as well.
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I just finished my bag of shako about a week or 2 ago. I miss it. But, I don't think spending that much on a shake is worth it. Yeah, I felt good, but I found that it was more my mindset rather then the shakes helping me. They taste great, I had the chocolate one. It only has 17g of protein whereas my shakes now have 30g. I guess it just depends on if you an afford it. If you can go for it. If you're tight on cash, it's not worth spending the extra $$$.0
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I know nothing about Shakeology and have appropriate antipathy to the MLM business model, but I don't understand how using meal replacement shakes is a moral failing. I am in a hospital-sponsored meal replacement focused (1 meal + 4 meal replacements/day) weight loss plan which includes shakes. I don't think there is anything magic in them, but I do think it is a means of consuming very nutrient dense calories that facilitates a lower calorie, quicker, nutritionally sound weight loss diet than I could likely achieve without meal replacements. I have been on it 3 months and am down 36 pounds. I intend to stay on it the balance of the year and then transition to a normal, slower calorie reduction plan. The positive reinforcement of a successful meal replacement plan makes me far more confident that I will continue to succeed when I stop the meal replacements.0
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I totally love Shakeology!!! I am only a coach so I can purchase the products at a lower cost. I have had a greenberry shake every morning for about 3-4 years now. I swear by it. It's a great way to start my day. The only thing I don't like is the price but in all reality what's $3.00 a day for your health? They have a 30 day money back guarantee so what do you have to lose? I like their other work out products too 0
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OP expect 25% helpful (or answer the question) and 75% troll - it's the way this site works these days.
So those of us who don't believe that shakes are a helpful tool for sustainable weight loss are trolls? Those of us who believe in eating real food and exercising regularly and, you know, doing the hard work day in and day out are trolls?
Um, ok. Good luck on your journey.
Notice how you identified with being a troll? I never said that to you instead you took it and labeled yourself that way. Interesting that people who aren't troll take offence to referring to trolls. Good luck on your journey as well.
Well, since 75% of the responses on here have stated they don't think shakeology is a good option, I just made an assumption. I'm far from a troll, but you would be amazed about how quickly people here are called trolls just for asserting an opinion. Passive aggressive is passive aggressive.
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OP expect 25% helpful (or answer the question) and 75% troll - it's the way this site works these days.
So those of us who don't believe that shakes are a helpful tool for sustainable weight loss are trolls? Those of us who believe in eating real food and exercising regularly and, you know, doing the hard work day in and day out are trolls?
Um, ok. Good luck on your journey.
Notice how you identified with being a troll? I never said that to you instead you took it and labeled yourself that way. Interesting that people who aren't troll take offence to referring to trolls. Good luck on your journey as well.
It's because those that disagree with an OP, or give advice an OP that has already made up their mind (as proven here) are called trolls.....then said "trolls" are complained about in a mean people tread on Friday.
It's pretty par for the course on MFP and easy to tell who's being referred to as trolls and who's not.
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I haven't tried Shakeology and I don't think I will only because I have found other protein shakes that have at least 20g of protein. My personal favorite is the natural flavor Bio Chemo (20g protein), it is plain you have and I mean have to doctor it up! I use fruit and Stevie, or cocoa powder and peanut butter and sometimes even instant coffee. I also always put in flaxseed oil and ground flaxseed. I have also tried Jay Robb protein whey in chocolate(I think it's closer to 25g protein), it uses Stevie to sweeten and is personally way too sweet for me. I have to put in a lot of ice/ to filter out how sweet it is. I can get a very large bin that lasts me almost 2 months for $50 for the bio chem from whole foods. I don't really believe the hype for shakeology however would love to try the workouts. I like to research and find alternatives that are more my price range. I also take vitamins every morning with my shake so I don't need them within my shake. I have found in my years of trying to be healthy and lose weight ,the less I do of the latest and greatest the better I actually do in being healthy. Good luck to you!0
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***I also meant to put STEVIA!0
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Alright here's an honest review no matter how late I am (>.<). I've been regularly consuming it since May and I've had good an bad experiences with it but the benefits outweigh the dis-benefits (presently). When I first started taking it, I would replace my breakfast with it. Coming to work in the morning, I'd have a much higher energy level than before. What also surprised me about it is that it I no longer felt hungry in between breakfast and lunch. This shake is the most filling I've ever had. Over time, my complexion improved, acne reduced, and overall health seemed to improve. I got the flu once since then but had a really quick recovery. I'm unsure if the shake helped with that but I wouldn't doubt it. I also use it to cure hangovers sometimes :P. But anyways, I love it. The only bad things I've seen is some mornings, it makes me a little queasey but I am also dehydrated when that happens too. The queaseyness goes away once I hydrate however. The only other bad things is it makes my hair grow faster (which isn't really a bad thing) and makes my urine smell like peanut butter right after consuming it (weird but interesting side effect). Honestly, from what I've seen, everyone has a different reaction to this shake. All of these reviews are helpful but you really won't know how it affects you until you try it. Hope this helps!0
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I started shakeology over a year ago because my Cholesterol and Triglycerides were high and Heart Disease runs in my family. My doctor wanted to put me on Crestor (a Statin drug) to lower my cholesterol. I was eating pretty decent at the time and was at a healthy weight due to increased exercise and using MFP to plan and track my nutrition but my numbers were still too high. So an MFP friend of mine suggested I try Shakeology. So I tried it as an experiment instead of taking the doctor prescribed meds. It was easy to incorporate into my lifestyle by replacing B'fast with a smoothie made from Water, Ice, Chocolate Shakelogy, Whey Protein Powder, and Almond/peanut butter. After 3 months I had my blood lipids tested again. My cholesterol and triglyceride levels were normal and my doctor said to keep doing what I was doing and that I had no need for medications. I am still using it everyday and will likely never stop.
Regarding other benfits. For me, I did not see a significant surge in energy or better sleep. I did see a reduction in cravings and was able to easily kick my daily (many times a day) diet soda habit of over 20 years.
I think the best thing about shakeology is what it does on the inside of your body.
Like others have suggested, I think you should try it and form your own opinions.0 -
Hey everyone! I have tried shakeology and have been drinking it full time since January I've formed my own opinion and have come to the conclusion that I am willing to spend that kind of of money because I've noticed a few things... My sleep has improved (I used to be restless 20-25 times a night), my cravings are almost GONE which is nice because I used to crave chocolate and fast food almost everyday and if I had cheat days, than I would spiral out of control and have to work my butt off to get back on track. I have more energy in the day from sleeping better but also, after I drink my shake it gives me energy. It's an awesome quick to go drink that I put peanut butter in to make it chocolate peanut butter and I over all feel healthier! The sleep and the energy were the seller for me! I have also started the beachbody work outs and am very much enjoying those...which surprises me because I used to think I hated working out! turns out I hated working out at a gym lol Thanks for all the input! I guess sometimes the best way to form an opinion of something, is to try if for yourself...and that's exactly what I did
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