- Perhaps the most appealing thing about a protein shake diet is taste. Most brands of shakes, be they powder or liquid, are available in a variety of flavors, including chocolate, strawberry and vanilla. Aside from taste, protein shakes are portion-controlled, meaning you get the recommended serving of nutrients other than protein.
They also typically consist of a low amount of fat (if any) and calories (around 100 per serving), and barely any sugar. The most nutritious ones have a little fiber and plenty of antioxidants and vitamins. - If a protein drink meets the above criteria, dieters can lose weight quickly and without feeling they are starving themselves. As an added bonus, this is a good diet if you're on the go, as even powdered shakes take only a minute or two to mix with water or low-fat milk--and even less time to drink.
And while it's probably not possible (or wise) for anyone to stay on a diet of nothing but protein shakes forever, several come with detailed instructions on how to plan your meals once the drink phase has ended. - Switching your diet is never easy, particularly when you go from one that consists of actual meals to one that strictly involves liquid. Many protein shake dieters crave salt, as they are giving up the sodium count of everyday foods. Plus, there is a good chance you will feel very hungry in the first week.
- There is also some debate as to whether or not a protein shake is completely healthy, as nutritionists tend to recommend a balanced diet that isn't so limited. Protein shake diets do not provide nearly as many vitamins and minerals you can get from everyday healthy foods like lean meats, fruit and vegetables.
- Living on protein shakes alone is difficult, but with exercise and discipline, you can lose weight quickly without feeling deprived. Mostly, as with any other plan, you need to be willing to accept the lifestyle change that comes with a shake-only diet.
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