Protein shakes?
tara4487
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How do protein shakes work does it help to loose weight too? I always been curious about them and which kind to get?? 
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I love mine...I also put the protein powder in my oatmeal....And I make iced coffee with it......love love love :flowerforyou:0
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If you are talking protein powder, its an easy way to add protein (which makes you feel full longer)
to your diet. The better protein powders have few carbs and no fat.
If you are talking about premade ones like slim fast or special k, i know naught.0 -
If you are talking protein powder, its an easy way to add protein (which makes you feel full longer)
to your diet. The better protein powders have few carbs and no fat.
If you are talking about premade ones like slim fast or special k, i know naught.
Yes none of that!!! I hate slim fast!!!0 -
It does not help you lose weight per se. It is just another source of protein.
1 scoop is generally 120-140 calories with anywhere between 25-35g protein.
Replacing a meal with a protein shake is a meal replacement strategy and you can
potentially lower your calories whilst having protein shakes in your diet.
For example, if you were to have a 500 calorie dinner, but you had a 120 calorie protein shake instead
you just got rid of 380 calories right there.
But do NOT make the mistake of thinking protein shakes are weight loss supplements. Because they are not,
they are just an easy, quick way to get protein in your diet, and that is all they do. If you are looking for
a protein that can 'aid' in weight loss, go to a supplement website from your country, i'm assuming
you're from the states, so that would be www.bodybuilding.com, and check out the fat loss proteins,
they have ingredients such as L-carnitine, green tea extract, caffeine etc that can aid in weight loss.
But these fat loss proteins at most would boost your weight loss progress by a mere 2-5%
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Thanks yea I think I'll try that is there a certain brand that's good? And no I don't like those slim fast / special k shakes there gross0
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Good Brands include
Gaspari Nutrition MyoFusion Probiotic series
Dymatize ISO
Dymatize Elite Whey
STAY AWAY FROM OPTIMUM NUTRITION GOLD STANDARD
it is a cheap horrid protein blend, it's macro's and BCAA profiles is
obsolete compared to others0 -
Agreed!!! It is a tool you can use to get certain nutrients and calories, but no...it is not a miracle cure.
I was stuck for quite some time in my weight loss and decided to try some. I tried a few, but found I got the best results with Isagenix.0 -
Thx akira0
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What did u add that with Val tishia ? Where can you get it0
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I love body by vi shakes. Been drinking them for two years and have never felt better!0
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What is body by vi0
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I don't see protein shakes as a way to loose weight but rather a supplement to a diet that may be lacking in lean protein. Lean protein can be rather expensive when compared to the price of the same calories found in carbs or fat.
I like to use Pure Protein. Its not th ebest on the market, but its not the cheapest. I like it because its Low car.
LOTS of protein shakes on the market are filled with sugar and artificial flavorings that I feel are counter productive to supplementing with protein.0 -
Body By Vi is awesome!!!!! lol I eat between 1300-1450 calories a day!! So don't knock me!0
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I disagree here. Optimum whey is one of the best on their field.
I'd suggest 2 brands instead:
1 - Optimum Nutrition
2 - Muscle Pharm
Both great protein sources and taste too.0 -
If you're going to do soy protein, don't overdo it(not that you should overdo it with whey, either.) . It could raise your breast cancer risk by mimicking estrogen and it's been linked to having negative effects on thyroid function.
I'm by NO means an expert, but I've been told repeatedly to stay away from mostly soy protein.
Also, if the ingredients on the back is a loooong list of words you cannot pronounce, you probably shouldn't be putting it into your body.
Again, I may have no idea what I'm talking about.0 -
I use my protein shakes simply to keep the amount of protein I'm getting up. If I don't get enough protein, I loose hair. Had gastric bypass 18 years ago and lost a lot of hair due to the lack of protein. Once I added it back into my diet, my hair loss reversed itself. This is my experience with protein shakes. And when I do drink the shakes, I limit the other calories I get for that meal. Sometimes I eat a salad with it.0
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Good Brands include
Gaspari Nutrition MyoFusion Probiotic series
Dymatize ISO
Dymatize Elite Whey
STAY AWAY FROM OPTIMUM NUTRITION GOLD STANDARD
it is a cheap horrid protein blend, it's macro's and BCAA profiles is
obsolete compared to others
Sorry, man, but Dymatize is probably worse than ON. They're notorious for not listing how they process their whey (such as ISO-100) and, as a result, probably ion-exchange all their whey (Elite's first ingredient is ion-exchanged isolates but they do have CFM concentrates), which is why they're one of the most affordable proteins on the net. There are way better isolates such as Isoflex by ALLMAX and SRO by VPX. ISO-100 isn't worth it.
Here's the thread about ISO-100's processing: http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=126428503&page=1
Also, really, awful macros? 1.5g fat, 3g carbs, and 24g protein? Myofusion has worse macros @ 2g fat, 9g carbs, and 24g protein. Regular (non-probiotic) Myofusion has 3g fat, 5g carbs, and 25g protein, which is the whey I'd recommend since I'm in love with it and they have great quality. Combat Powder by MusclePharm is another good concentrate.I disagree here. Optimum whey is one of the best on their field.
I'd suggest 2 brands instead:
1 - Optimum Nutrition
2 - Muscle Pharm
Both great protein sources and taste too.
ON ion-exchanges their isolates, which is why they're inferior to Combat Powder, which is microfiltered 100%. Combat Powder would be the superior choice.0 -
Thanks yea I think I'll try that is there a certain brand that's good? And no I don't like those slim fast / special k shakes there gross
I'm a huge fan of the Dymatize ISO protein powder. The gourmet vanilla is fantastic and mixes very well.0 -
Good Brands include
Gaspari Nutrition MyoFusion Probiotic series
Dymatize ISO
Dymatize Elite Whey
STAY AWAY FROM OPTIMUM NUTRITION GOLD STANDARD
it is a cheap horrid protein blend, it's macro's and BCAA profiles is
obsolete compared to others
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What about "Garden of Life, RAW Protein, Beyond Organic Protein Formula". I am thinking about buying some. I was also wondering how it tastes.
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how do you make iced coffee with the protien shake x0
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how do you make iced coffee with the protien shake x
Oh, good idea! I used to use the Curves protein shakes and just ordered more yesterday. A scoop in a latte would be great.0 -
how do you make iced coffee with the protien shake x
I make a cup of coffee,use my protein as usual,8 ounces of vanilla Silk 70 calories, and a splenda packet..I like a big cup!!!0 -
Sounds delicious. I'll give it a try. Thanks.0
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My son is 5 foot 6 inches or a bit taller, his Doctor wanted him to eat and drink more protein to gain some weight believe it or not, when he had his physical he weighed 111.4 lbs. (he has a six pack and muscles most guys his age...he is 22 would kill for) and when he went in for his routine follow up he weighed in at 110.2 but doctor says that is fine for him for as muscular as he is and he is as healthy as a horse. Eats from the time he gets up until the time he goes to bed ! what I would give to have his metabolism !0
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I use Body Fortress Super Whey Protein (vanilla)...it tastes great and has 26g per scoop.
I love mixing it with fresh fruit and making a smoothie, or putting a scoop into greek yogurt for a great breakfast!
Edit to add: this is a link to the label: http://images.vitaminimages.com/cdn/sd/pdf/L044315-AE.pdf0 -
I love adding extracts (i.e. mint, pineapple, coffee) for great flavor with no calories. Also, try mixing in the blender with diet soda. Few of my ultimate favorites are as follows:
chocolate protein shake (1 serving)
1/2 cup frozen strawberries
8 oz diet coke
vanilla protein shake mix (1 serving)
sugar free-fat free butterscotch pudding
As a matter of fact, I'm going to have one right now 0 -
I love adding extracts (i.e. mint, pineapple, coffee) for great flavor with no calories. Also, try mixing in the blender with diet soda. Few of my ultimate favorites are as follows:
chocolate protein shake (1 serving)
1/2 cup frozen strawberries
8 oz diet coke
vanilla protein shake mix (1 serving)
sugar free-fat free butterscotch pudding
As a matter of fact, I'm going to have one right now
ohh, I forgot to mention in the blender the more ice the better! 0 -
I use Visalus too and really love it, I drink it for breakfast, and now starting with lunch too. I have a high protein snack in between meals.0
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I use the Precision Engineered Whey Protein Isolate in Chocolate! It tastes really good and I mix it with 8 oz of almond milk after my workout. It's 140 cal for 1 serving (1 scoop) and <1 g sugar.
I did a lot of research on protein drinks and have tried many...so far, this has been the best one and my search has ended!
VERY YUMMY!!! And it blends well too! 0 -
I like Vega. I also like the ones from Mercola.com.0
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