WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMS AND PROTEIN SHAKES
ButterflyGirl2002
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Does anyone know if protein shakes really make you full so you can eat less? Has anyone tried Nutrisystem or Weight Watchers?
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Me personally protein shakes as a meal replacement leave me feeling hungry two hours later. I only use them when I need to get in my protein, but even 2 scoops of protein powder in almond milk does not hold me over for 6 hours which is how long between meals. I end up needing a snack mid-morning/afternoon.0
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I have chocolate protein shakes sometimes, but they're mostly because I have to grab a really quick breakfast to take to work. Or when I decide to fit them in on purpose to add in more protein on a certain day. I'd get totally bored with them if I had one every day though.
My parents have used Nutrisystem, and while they're not terribly overweight, once they stopped using the stuff, they gained what they had lost. You have to find what's sustainable for you, and for me I need lots and lots of variety.0 -
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Try and balance your protein shake so it contains plenty of carbs (maybe a banana?) and fat (use Canned coconut milk or some nut butter), in addition to the protein powder. When a Shake contains all three macros, it almost mimics an actual meal and helps satiate you longer than protein would by itself. I make a shake only on days I workout with Pure Selection protein and raw milk. That is really REALLY filling
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Generally, protein shakes won't make you feel full. There's no volume to them, it's just liquid really.CharonCharon wrote: »Depends on how many grams of protein it contains.
Also the total calories and SUGAR content.
Nutrisystem - 15 grams of protein - 7 grams of sugar
Weight watchers - a silly 10 grams of protein - 6 sugar
(might as well just have a glass of skim milk!!!!!!)
Consider a REAL protein powder that can help you lose weight.
I started with Pure Protein from Walmart.
I think it's about 70 cents per serving. About half of the ones you would try.
Look for a coupon online by googling "pure protein coupon".
Target often puts it on a nice sale. Look at their ad.
I mix it with skim milk, which gives me a total of 28 grams of protein.
I bought a $14 mixer at walmart - hamilton brand and it works great.
And yes, I have lost a ton of weight focusing on protein.
Don't forget chicken, boiled eggs, and tuna are great sources of protein.
Protein powders do not make you lose weight. A caloric deficit does.0 -
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My son who is into fitness and bodybuilding claims the money he spends on protein shakes is worth it because he's eating less food. Go tell that to my grocery bill!0
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If you're going to go for a protein shake, choose one that also has casein, as it does help you feel fuller.
I notice a big difference in satiety when I have a protein shake with just plain whey concentrate/isolate compared to one with casein. your mileage may vary..0 -
To me they are all a waste of money. You could be spending that money on real food, hopefully nutritious food, and lose weight and get healthy.0
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I usually drink a high protein shake in the am but I'm not big on solid foods for a few hrs. Hasn't increased losses or anything tho.0
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I use a protein powder that's 115-140 calories with 27-30g protein, 0-1g fat, & 1-4g carbs (I switch between 2 different brands depending on sales).
If I want it to fill me up I'll mix it with 1-1.5 cups of almond milk (30-45 calories & adds about 2g carb & 4g fat), a frozen banana (appr. 90 cal, 33g carbs), and 4-5 ice cubes - in a cheap blender I got from Walmart like 15 years ago for $10.
When mixed all together it's huge, like really huge, and has the texture & flavor of a milkshake (to me) so quite filling. The banana makes it creamy & if using chocolate protein, you don't get much (if any) banana taste (if you don't like banana, I do like banana, so maybe I just don't notice it).
I find this filling enough for a meal replacement. Sometimes I can't even finish it all!0 -
I eat food. I'm not paying for powders that may or may not contain what they say they do...and could have God Knows What added into the mix. The Beachbody people don't even tell people what is in theirs! Eek!
The WW meetings sound wonderful. I considered joining. I just have an issue with paying people to lose weight. I won't even buy a fitbit, lol.
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Protein powders ARE food.
Until someone can find me a whole food source at a unit cost of > $0.50 per 25 grams of protein and will keep in dry storage for weeks, I'll continue to supplement my diet with protein powder.0 -
Protein powders ARE food.
Until someone can find me a whole food source at a unit cost of > $0.50 per 25 grams of protein and will keep in dry storage for weeks, I'll continue to supplement my diet with protein powder.
Word. Plus they are great for getting in my protein even if I'm not especially hungry. It's much easier to drink my 30gof protein from a shake than trying to eat an additional 30g of chicken some days.0 -
meh - whenever, I drink a protein shake as a meal which is very rare these days, and it is usually because I am in a rush or something like that, I am freaking starving a few hours later.
OP - I would say just eat solid foods that you like, hit micros/macros, and stay in your calorie target and you will do fine.
Use the protein shakes to get in extra protein or if you are in a rush and need something quick ….0 -
If you're looking for a meal replacement. Try something like are used for medical weight loss programs. Bariatric Advantage has a number of flavors...chocolate, iced latte, and vanilla are all palatable. I dilute them up to 20 ounces or so and takes a while to get through one so it keeps me full a while.
The advantage to these is that they also have a full complement of vitamins and minerals along with some fiber and very low net carbs.
I mix with coffee, almond milk, PB2, banana...any number of things to mix up the flavors.0 -
Protein powders ARE food.
Until someone can find me a whole food source at a unit cost of > $0.50 per 25 grams of protein and will keep in dry storage for weeks, I'll continue to supplement my diet with protein powder.
Yes indeedy!
I make my own protein smoothie everyday. I add bibs and bobs, which I should include ARE food items, and it ends up so thick I have to eat it with a spoon.
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Daily Dose of Dense Nutrition. It doesnt just flush through your system or over work your organs like high protein shakes do.
Shakeology:
Proteins and Amino Acids: Whey, Pea, Chia, Quinoa, Amaranath, Flax, Sacha Incha
Antioxidants and Super-Fruits: Cacao, Acerola Cherry, Pomegranate, Camu-Camu, Bilberry, Goji Berry, Blueberry, Acai, Green Tea, Rose Hips, Cinnamon, Luo Han Guo
Phytonutrients and super greens: Moringa, Spirulina, Chlorella, Spinach, Kale
Adaptogen Herbs: Maca, Astragalas, Ashwagandha, Maitake Mushroom, Cordyceps, Reishi Mushroom, Schisandra, Ginkgo, Tulsi (Holy Basil)
Prebiotic and Probiotics: Yacon Root, Chicory Root, Lactobacillus Sporogenes (Bacillus Coagulans)
Digestive Enzymes: Amylase, Cellulase, Lactase, Glucoamylase, Alpha-Galactosidase, Invertase.0 -
Daily Dose of Dense Nutrition. It doesnt just flush through your system or over work your organs like high protein shakes do.
Shakeology:
Proteins and Amino Acids: Whey, Pea, Chia, Quinoa, Amaranath, Flax, Sacha Incha
Antioxidants and Super-Fruits: Cacao, Acerola Cherry, Pomegranate, Camu-Camu, Bilberry, Goji Berry, Blueberry, Acai, Green Tea, Rose Hips, Cinnamon, Luo Han Guo
Phytonutrients and super greens: Moringa, Spirulina, Chlorella, Spinach, Kale
Adaptogen Herbs: Maca, Astragalas, Ashwagandha, Maitake Mushroom, Cordyceps, Reishi Mushroom, Schisandra, Ginkgo, Tulsi (Holy Basil)
Prebiotic and Probiotics: Yacon Root, Chicory Root, Lactobacillus Sporogenes (Bacillus Coagulans)
Digestive Enzymes: Amylase, Cellulase, Lactase, Glucoamylase, Alpha-Galactosidase, Invertase.
Yeah but shakeology is a waste of money... lol.0 -
I think your better off making a shake with fresh fruit ice and a little milk and sugar free juice. You can even add a bit of peanut butter but I can't eat that. It's delicious and filling and no chemicals.
I do drink the EAS Advantage carb control as an inbetween snack. Taste ok, better with Equal. But not a meal replacement. 100 cal, 2.5 fat 17 g protein
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The idea ISN'T to use a meal replacement. All you're doing is NOT learning how to eat correctly and in portions. It's the main reason people regain weight they lost. Unless one is WILLING to use a meal replacement for LIFE, then why even bother starting it in the first place?
Weight gain happened because of incorrect behaviors with food consumption. Change the behavior.
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Core Power Protein is really good.0
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I was on the WW plan years ago and it helped me lose weight. I gained it all back and more but that's because I walk away at my goal weight without really knowing how food affects our bodies. Staying on point, WW is about your cals, fiber, fat, and protein intake in a given amount of points allowed in a day based on your height, weight, sex and age, at least when I was doing. And it will work if you stick to it the rest of you life. After gaining the weight back and then some I started my "grandma" plan. She said to me one time, "You're eating too much bread. You need more vegetables and fruits." So I eat mainly fruits and vegetables now and have been for more than 2 years now. I went from 240 to 190 and I'm still losing. Not many people can do this but I eat greens for breakfast too. It'll help if you add it in a smoothie. Protein shakes that I've used are EAS complete everyday nutrition and Vega protein and greens.0
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I like protein shakes simply because they allow me to get great protein numbers without bulk, calories, or high carbs. Try a bariatric protein powder like Bariatric Advantage or my fave, Bariatric Fusion. They're intended to act as meal replacements with good nutrition profiles. Will they stop you from eating? No. Can they provide some excellent protein and maybe a stop-gap from eating more calories in a snack than you would in a shake? Yes, if you use it right.0
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Protein powders ARE food.
Until someone can find me a whole food source at a unit cost of > $0.50 per 25 grams of protein and will keep in dry storage for weeks, I'll continue to supplement my diet with protein powder.
Word. Plus they are great for getting in my protein even if I'm not especially hungry. It's much easier to drink my 30gof protein from a shake than trying to eat an additional 30g of chicken some days.
Oh my god, this. Yes. I have a light core power with breakfast and snack on a quest bar most days just as insurance because I actually have a hard time eating enough protein in my regular meals.
OP protein shakes are good for meeting your protein goals. They don't do anything to make you lose weight on their own. That happens with a caloric deficit.0 -
I don't tend to feel like food or a big breakfast when I wake up so I grab a pure protein choc shake 23g protein and a banana. It seems to do the trick until I have lunch. Plus they are pretty tasty. It is not supposed to be a meal replacement but more of a snack. Does the deed and I love it and has helped get a deficit to go down.
I try new ones but always go back to pure protein and always the ready made ones. I don't feel like waiting the 2 mins to blend my own lol0
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