If you are a follower of this blog, then you may be aware that I am a Shakeology® drinker and have been using it as a meal replacement shake. I have been drinking it since the beginning of July and have very good reviews about it.
I currently drink it for breakfast, eat lunch, a snack, then dinner. Keep in mind that I do not plan on using Shakeology as a meal replacement forever. I want to do so until I reach day 90 of P90®. After that, I will eat breakfast and drink it as an in between snack.
My Impressions So Far
The Taste – This is typically the first question that comes up since most powdered drinks don’t usually taste that great. I have only tried the chocolate version and it is delicious. It truly does taste like a chocolate milkshake when blended with ice and skim milk (or water.)
The Ingredients are Awesome – The ingredients are what really won me over with Shakeology. There are 70 ingredients total which includes your standard vitamins, however, my favorite ingredients are in the super-fruit blend. It is packed with antioxidants that come from camu-camu, pomegranate, acai, goji berry, and more. Download the full ingredients list here.
Weight Loss – Using the shake as a meal replacement helps to aid in weight loss. So far I’ve lost 5 pounds and I’m sure the combination of the shake and my workout program has helped in losing weight. I have noticed that my appetite is kept in check as I am not starving by the time lunch rolls around. I used to overeat and I know I have to control my portion sizes regardless, yet, even with smaller portion sizes I am satisfied.
Here are a few more tidbits about it:
- Gluten free and caffeine free
- No refined sugars or artificial sweeteners
- Provides health-supporting chlorophylls, polyphenols, prebiotics, and proanthocyanins
- 90 day study (as a meal replacement) average weight loss: 10 lbs., reduced risk for heart disease and other degenerative diseases, lowered cholesterol on average by 30% and even up to 70%, healthier skin, hair, and nails
Things to keep in mind:
- Not everyone likes the flavor (however, I can vouch for the chocolate)
- It tastes much better blended with ice and your choice of beverage (water, milk, soy milk, etc.)
- If you try it and like it, I recommend getting it home direct. It’s free shipping and you don’t worry about running out.
- Get the discount! If you truly like it, save 25% when you buy and make money on sales by becoming a coach.
- Price – it may be an issue for most, however, if you break down a 30-day supply it averages out to about $3 – $4 a shake. Considering what is in it, it’s a good value. Most store bought smoothies cost the same or more and don’t have nearly any of the same ingredients.
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Yours in Health,
