Protein Shakes/Meal Replacement?! What do you think?
allyxnatara11
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Soo what do you guys think about protein shake and meal replacements?
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I know nothing about meal replacements. I chew my food, personally. I use a protein shake if I can't meet my protein goal for the day. That is rare.0
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Two seperate things aren't they? Apples and oranges.0
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Protein shakes are usually for muscle repair after or before strenuous exercise. Meal replacement powders/ready to drink shakes have more nutrients and suitable for those who are on the go or rushed at work in some other way. I'm okay with drinking my calories and it keeps me full just as well as real food. The same cannot be said for everyone. So try it. If you prefer real food, it may not be a good idea to stock up.0
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Neither one teaches you a thing about portion control. But protein shakes are a great way to hit your protein macro if you're falling short. I'll do 100ml of milk, 200ml of almond milk and my protein powder if I need a boost - it's about 150-200 calories then.
I see no benefit for a meal replacement shake.
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I prefer to chew my calories, but if you want to use them, then eat (or in this case drink) your heart out.0
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macgurlnet wrote: »Neither one teaches you a thing about portion control. But protein shakes are a great way to hit your protein macro if you're falling short. I'll do 100ml of milk, 200ml almond milk and my protein powder if I need a boost - it's about 150-200 calories extra then.
I see no benefit for a meal replacement shake.
~Lyssa
Personally, I doubt one will be living solely off of meal replacement shakes. I'm sure people who like them can still learn portion control.0 -
Meal replacement shakes, no. Protein shakes, absolutely. I use a superfood powder on days I won't hit my veggie intake mixed into my shake but otherwise it's with after workouts or if I am having an issue hitting protein macro I will have an extra. I work long shifts so using casein shakes when we're slammed has gotten me through without feeling fatigued and starving since the "Quick" options at work usually aren't the best for you.0
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ogmomma2012 wrote: »macgurlnet wrote: »Neither one teaches you a thing about portion control. But protein shakes are a great way to hit your protein macro if you're falling short. I'll do 100ml of milk, 200ml almond milk and my protein powder if I need a boost - it's about 150-200 calories extra then.
I see no benefit for a meal replacement shake.
~Lyssa
Personally, I doubt one will be living solely off of meal replacement shakes. I'm sure people who like them can still learn portion control.
Oh absolutely - I'm just now seeing your post and you've got the right idea.
Mine really should read "I see no benefit unless you plan to incorporate them on a regular/permanent basis."
Too many people think they can just switch meals for shakes, lose weight, then go back and have learned zilch, hence my initial comment.
~Lyssa
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I've never been a breakfast eater, I find that having a protein shake on the way to work gives me more energy to start my day. I eat real food for the rest of my meals.0
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allyxnatara11 wrote: »Soo what do you guys think about protein shake and meal replacements?
I drink a protein shake after my weight lifting because it helps with muscle repair, but that is before breakfast.
I would never think of replacing a meal with any kind of drink. Eat real food because it's nutritious and so delicious.
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allyxnatara11 wrote: »
I meant asking about them together like you did made me think you might take a protein shake as a meal replacement.
I have seen others do that. They thought a protein shake was a meal replacement.0 -
Yea i was replacing breakfast and dinner with shakes for 2 or 3 days and it was alot, but honestly wasn't too hungry. I'm just sticking with them for breakfast because i never have time in the am to make food and a small protein shake after I workout0
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Drinking meals.... No. Not as a regular thing, unless you have a problem eating enough calories. Even those with no time in the morning can pre prepare real food to have ready to eat.
Protein shakes are fine for those who can't eat enough protein. Again, I prefer to eat my food and can't remember the last time I had a shake. I do use protein powder occasionally in cooking (pancakes) or mixed through yoghurt/with icecream to increase protein slightly.0 -
FOOD.
That is all.0 -
I would never replace any of my precious calories. Never. I love food.0
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I like a shake made with vanilla protein powder, fruit, and ice. I have a few a week--it helps me meet my protein goals. I like them (with strawberries it tastes like Strawberry Quik!) and I drink them instead of a meal, just not a lot of meals. That would suck.0
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I prefer to chew my calories. Unless you're lacking protein, shakes are unnecessary.0
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I've never been a breakfast eater, I find that having a protein shake on the way to work gives me more energy to start my day. I eat real food for the rest of my meals.
^^ this
Without that extra 30 g of protein from my post-workout shake, I'd rarely hit my protein target. I wouldn't be eating breakfast anyway, it doesn't replace anything.0 -
kommodevaran wrote: »I would never replace any of my precious calories. Never. I love food.
That about sums it up for me, too.
ETA: Except for beer sometimes. Or wine.0 -
I prefer regular food, although a protein shake now and then is ok. Some people think that by drinking a ton of Shakeology (spelling) shakes or protein shakes they will lose weight without working out. Yes, I know people like that...not any of you all though!0
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I drink Idealshape as a snack because I think they are delicious and they keep me super full! I love my food too, but as a snack I enjoy these because I feel very satisfied afterwards, I never replace an actual meal with them though.0
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I do a protein shake for breakfast on the weekdays--it's delicious, nutritious and I can drink it on my way to work. Very convenient. I also drink a shake when I weight-lift at the gym. Different formulas for different purposes.0
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I looked at the calories on one of my room mates shakes..500! That would be almost half my calories. I would have to work out might hard. I sure know that I'd want solid food at some point. I agree Psychgrrl....there are different formulas for different purposes. I don't want any artificial flavors though...I've seen some mixes with artificial ingredients.
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SpeedRacer13 wrote: »I looked at the calories on one of my room mates shakes..500! That would be almost half my calories. I would have to work out might hard. I sure know that I'd want solid food at some point. I agree Psychgrrl....there are different formulas for different purposes. I don't want any artificial flavors though...I've seen some mixes with artificial ingredients.
Half your calories...for the day?0 -
allyxnatara11 wrote: »
I meant asking about them together like you did made me think you might take a protein shake as a meal replacement.
I have seen others do that. They thought a protein shake was a meal replacement.
Is there a reason you can't have a protein shake as breakfast if you're going to have a snack 2 hours later?0 -
Arditarose: 1200 calories per day...so 500 would be ALMOST half. Drinking doesn't fill me up, I like to chew my food.0
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I suppose it depends on your goals.
For me, I don't find protein shakes or meal replacements necessary. My protein goal isn't hard for me to get with food. I prefer to eat food that I will eat for the rest of my life. Shakes as meals are not sustainable long term for me.0 -
My goal of getting 100+ grams of protein per day can be difficult. So I often have a simple protein shake post-workout to make up for that if my calories allow.
I don't know if anyone else has ever felt this way, but sometimes the thought of food just isn't appealing. SO much effort and energy goes into thinking about food when you're trying to lose weight (as it should!) that I sometimes just want a break! I will throw some spinach, kale, celery, an apple, frozen banana, chia seeds and coconut oil into my Vitamix and call it dinner. So I understand the idea of having a shake as a meal replacement every now and then but for sustainability, I wouldn't make it a super regular thing.
My two cents Hope you get some more good insight on your question!
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