By Adetoun Adeyemo, January 17th, 2018
10 Protein Shakes for Weight Loss That Taste Good And Feels Good.
Are protein shakes right for you? What’s in them, and what should you look for if you’re trying to choose one?
Almost everyone can get enough protein from foods. Healthy adults should get about 45 to 56 grams of protein a day.
If you exercise regularly, you may need more calories and protein — from any source.
Protein shakes are used mainly by athletes who need nourishment right after their workouts, says Jose Antonio, chief executive officer and co-founder of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN).
Protein shakes can range in their protein content, but all contain some carbohydrates and maybe a little fat. They come a variety flavors in powder form or in ready-to-drink packages, such as cans or foil packs.
Choosing a Protein Shake
Read the label.
Protein shakes vary in protein content. “If you’re a bodybuilder, you’re going to shift to the drinks that have a bit more protein. And I also recommend JUICE PLUS as the next best thing to fruits and vegetable. Try JUICE PLUS COMPLETE to to your Protein Shakes says, Editor,…
BLUEBERRY-PEANUT BUTTER SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
2 tbsp. whey protein
1 banana
1/2 c. blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1 tbsp. peanut butter
1/4 c. almond milk
1 c. ice
Directions: In a blender, combine ingredients and blend until smooth.
Recipe courtesy of Delish.
CREAMY WATERCRESS HEALTHY PROTEIN BOOSTER
Ingredients1 banana
½ cup strawberries
½ cup watercress
½ cup almond milk
½ cup ice
Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Makes one 12-ounce serving.
Recipe courtesy of EasyHealthySmoothie.
GET-UP-AND-GO PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
¼ c. espresso
½ c. vanilla soy milk
1 tbsp. cashew butter
1 large banana
2 ice cubes
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender. Process until smooth. Serve immediately.
Recipe courtesy of Delish.
PIÑA COLADA PROTEIN SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
1 can coconut milk
1 banana
2/3 c. frozen pineapple
1/3 c. frozen mango
1 scoop protein powder
pineapple wedge, for garnish
Directions: Combine coconut milk, banana, pineapple, mango and protein powder in a blender and blend on high until smooth.
Garnish with a wedge of pineapple and serve.
Recipe courtesy of Delish.
RASPBERRY-BANANA PROTEIN SHAKE
Ingredients1 scoop raw rice protein
½ banana
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tsp chia seeds
1 tsp flax seeds
1 handful raspberries
8-12 oz water (or for a thicker shake, use unsweetened coconut milk)
Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Makes one 12-ounce serving.
Recipe courtesy of Jessica Geier, holistic health coach and President of Raw Generation Inc.caption
HIGH-PROTEIN SMOOTHIE WITH VANILLA BEAN Ingredients 1 cup low-fat milk 1 banana, sliced 1 tbsp almond butter ½ cup shelled frozen edamame 1 vanilla bean Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Makes one 12-ounce serving. Recipe courtesy of Amy Gorin, R.D.N., owner of Amy Gorin Nutrition in Jersey City, New Jersey.
PEACHES ‘N’ CREAM SHAKE Ingredients 1 cup frozen sliced peaches 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 cup fresh orange juice 6 ounces peach-flavored 2% Greek yogurt ½ cup frozen pineapple chunks Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Makes one 12-ounce serving. Reprinted with permission from The Women’s Health Big Book of Smoothies & Soups by Lisa DeFazio, R.D.
GREEN PEAS PROTEIN BOMB Ingredients 1 cup green peas 1 banana ½ cup unsweetened almond milk ¼ cup ice Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Makes one 12-ounce serving. Recipe courtesy of EasyHealthySmoothie.
PUMPKIN PIE SMOOTHIE Ingredients 1 cup low-fat milk ¾ cup pumpkin puree 1 tbsp almond butter ⅛ tsp ground nutmeg ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp honey 4 ice cubes Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Makes one 12-ounce serving. Recipe courtesy of Amy Gorin, R.D.N., owner of Amy Gorin Nutrition in Jersey City, New Jersey.
SNICKERDOODLE SMOOTHIE Ingredients 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tbsp agave nectar 2 tbsp flax meal ⅓ cup peanut butter ½ tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp kosher salt 1 frozen banana, peeled and chopped 1 ½ cups vanilla almond milk 1 scoop protein powder of choice Directions: Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Add more almond milk if you’d like a thinner consistency. Makes two 12-ounce servings. Recipe courtesy of Claire Thomas of Kitchy Kitchen.
