Shakeology - (Acts like a Salad. Tastes like Dessert)

"Chocolate" Shakeology

I'm always on the look out for shakes and supplements which will provide me with the proper nutrients to fuel my body, aid my workouts, and continue my progress.

I was recently introduced to a nutrition shake that I really like and wanted to share it with you if you're unfamiliar.  I really haven't experienced anything quite like it.  It contains 70 natural ingredients, 23 vitamins and minerals, proteins/amino acids (for muscle repair), phytonutrients, pre-biotics, antioxidants and digestive enzymes. It's intended to be a meal replacement shake but because of it's low calorie content and the fact that I typically consume a half serving at a time I actually substitute it for one of my daily snacks.  It's also like your multi-vitamin in a  glass. I've only been drinking this shake once or twice a week for about a month and I've already realized some significant benefits to include:

• Higher energy
• Elevated mood
• Better Digestion
• Reduced cravings

I have yet to see the weight loss benefit the product claims, but I'm giving it some time.
The product is called Shakeology and this video explains what it's all about much better than I can:

The shake comes in 2 flavors: greenberry and chocolate. Generally the shakes taste good, but if you just prepare them with water the texture can be a bit bitter and chalky (leaving an aftertaste) so I like to even it out with some other ingredients.  There are some recipes on Beachbody's Shakeology website, but I've also come up with some of my own which I really like:


STACIE'S CREATIONS:

CHOCO-VANILLA SHAKEOLOGY

1/4 cup Chocolate Shakelogy

1/4 cup Vanilla Whey Protein powder

1 Tsp. Organic Almond Nut Butter  

1/4 cup almond milk

8 oz water

4-5 ice cubes

Fat-free whip cream

Cinnamon

Blend and top w/ a dollop of fat free whip cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Delicious!

(Tastes like chocolate ice-cream in a glass)

LEMON-LIME GREENBERRY SHAKE:

1/2 to 1 packet of Greenberry Shakeology 

1/2 packet of Crystal Light Pure Fitness (Lemon-lime powder)

1 TB - Lemon Yogurt

2 tsp of lime juice (season to taste)

8 oz of water

4-5 ice cubes ice

ORANGE ZEST GREENBERRY SHAKE:

1/2 to 1 packet of Greenberry Shakeology 

1 TB - Lemon Yogurt

2 tsp of lime juice (season to taste)

8 oz of Zevia Orange Twist Diet Soda

4-5 ice cubes ice