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To ask for the best high protein shake to stop hunger

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CiaraLiara · 02/04/2023 08:52

Hey there! So, I'm currently 1 stone overweight, which may not sound like much, but as a menopausal 5.1" lady, it's a real challenge to shift! I'm doing everything I can to stay on track - including exercise and healthy eating (low carb is my go-to). However, one day a week I have a super busy schedule with back-to-back client sessions and an activity in the evening that doesn't allow food. It's tough to get a decent meal in during that day, and I end up resorting to bad habits. I'm really keen to find a high protein shake that will keep me full throughout the day, and I would love some suggestions for a ready-made option or a powder I can mix up at home. I appreciate any advice you can offer - thanks so much!

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Theeaglesoared · 02/04/2023 13:21

God I'd just go for a couple of hard boiled eggs and a lump of cheese if time is that tight and you just want to stop hunger. Doesn't have to be complicated.

Rebel2 · 02/04/2023 13:30

Theeaglesoared · 02/04/2023 13:21

God I'd just go for a couple of hard boiled eggs and a lump of cheese if time is that tight and you just want to stop hunger. Doesn't have to be complicated.

Sometimes it's easier to drink though! I used them when I was a carer as I'm not trying to eat a hard boiled egg when I'm driving between calls, but a swig of something is easier

FatAgainItsLettuceTime · 02/04/2023 13:40

Villssev · 02/04/2023 08:55

Literally not 15 mins to sit and eat a much more satiating chicken and avo salad?

I have days at work where I'm literally booked for meetings back to back from 9.00 till 7pm, where the only way I get the chance to pee is if a meeting ends early, so I can believe that someone would not have time for lunch.

Huel is meant to be good but I can't stand the taste, the u-fit protein milkshakes taste OK and they do a 50g protein version which should be more filling.

Mummadeze · 02/04/2023 13:43

YFood chocolate vegan ready made bottles taste really nice to me and are very filling

sunglassesonthetable · 02/04/2023 13:56

Pressed for time it's easier to swig from a cup I find.

declutteringmymind · 02/04/2023 14:16

I can't stand shakes but love myprotein clear protein drinks. I have one with my evening meal and it's pretty much stopped my late night snacking. A lot fewer calories that some other shakes too.

Confused19831983 · 02/04/2023 14:36

I find Huel perfect when I am in a rush at work or don't want to be slowed down by a meal. Tasty and satisfying and fill me up. Good luck!

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CiaraLiara · 02/04/2023 14:40

@declutteringmymind thank you, which one do you drink?

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whoruntheworldgirls · 02/04/2023 14:49

My husband recommended this milkshake and i recommend the yogurt drink Smile

To ask for the best high protein shake to stop hunger
To ask for the best high protein shake to stop hunger
BigButtons · 02/04/2023 14:50

Yes a g per lb not a lb !😂

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CiaraLiara · 02/04/2023 15:02

I have just bough a bottle of Huel from H&B and I am drinking it now as I am starving, and I'll be able to see how long it keeps me full for. I bought Vanilla. I find it just about palatable, too sweet for me, and artificial, but I have added some coffee granules to the shake and that's toned it down a bit.

While I was there I also bought a bottle of yFood This is Food vanilla shake to try tomorrow. Anyone know this brand?

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sunglassesonthetable · 02/04/2023 15:04

Too sweet and artificial

That's what I find with all this mixed stuff.

girlfriend44 · 02/04/2023 15:20

Slimfast

BIWI · 02/04/2023 16:06

too sweet for me, and artificial

Did you check out the Fast800 ones, @CiaraLiara? They aren't too sweet and don't use anything artificial.

TakeMe2Insanity · 02/04/2023 16:07

Orangesandlemons77 · 02/04/2023 09:22

Purition

Another recommendation.

Anklespraying · 02/04/2023 16:13

My favourite is For Goodness Shakes chocolate protein shake.

Not too sweet and 25 grams of protein.

You can bulk buy online.

PurplePastaBake · 02/04/2023 16:22

When low-carbing if I didn’t have time for a meal
id have a protein shake. I used Bulk Pure Whey Isolate, normally the chocolate cookies or vanilla flavour. I’d make it with almond milk and a spoonful of almond butter or peanut butter to get some fat in to keep me full for longer.

CatchYouOnTheFlippetyFlop · 02/04/2023 16:25

Protein Shaka are just full of garbage and are pointless if you aren’t doing intense working out

They are far from pointless if you are on a low cal high protein diet.

Do people not realise you STILL need to be hitting protein goals when losing weight, regardless of whether you are exercising or not.

You do not need to exercise to lose weight. It accounts for such a minimal proportion of calories burned throughout the day. Exercise to tone up and feel good and become healthier, yes. To lose weight, no.

declutteringmymind · 02/04/2023 16:25

@CiaraLiara I am just finishing cherry drops which is now unavailable as it was limited edition. They have loads of flavours. Next for me is lychee. It depends on what you prefer.

To ask for the best high protein shake to stop hunger
ChickenSoupAndLokshen · 02/04/2023 18:48

PurplePastaBake · 02/04/2023 16:22

When low-carbing if I didn’t have time for a meal
id have a protein shake. I used Bulk Pure Whey Isolate, normally the chocolate cookies or vanilla flavour. I’d make it with almond milk and a spoonful of almond butter or peanut butter to get some fat in to keep me full for longer.

I use this product too. It's good. I sometimes add cardamom or cinnamon to the vanilla one for extra yumminess. The chocolate peanut one is tasty.

AppallinglyReheated · 02/04/2023 19:09

I use Protein Works as I found Huel gave me absolutely god awful eggy farts and burps.

HALF a protein works shake (extreme diet meal replacement is the one I have) keeps me full from breakfast to lunch, a full one takes me a bit too long to drink and I have some food issues that put me off the texture if it sits too long. Nowt wrong with it, thats a me issue not a problem with the shake itself.

They do pre-mixed drinks versions of their powder based shakes too and I find the flavours the nicest of all I have tried so far, at a price that doesn't break the bank.

GordonShakespearedoesChristmas · 02/04/2023 19:12

Lcb123 · 02/04/2023 09:29

protein shakes are full of rubbish, and unnecessary unless you are doing a LOT of exercise.

Huel is not full of rubbish at all. It's a perfectly balanced sustainable meal replacement source.

You can try it ready mixdd we from Sainsbury's or Waitrose OP, before committing to a bulk purchase.

Original poster
CiaraLiara · 02/04/2023 20:08

Is there such a thing as a protein powder without sweeteners (or sugar) and also, what's the difference between whey and casein powder for weight loss.

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Whereshegoes · 02/04/2023 20:30

I rate purition almond with ice and a bit of banana - probs 300 calories but very filling and much nicer than most

Whereshegoes · 02/04/2023 20:34

https://www.purition.co.uk/

much less sweetener flavour. I am very sensitive to lost sweeteners and they taste really offensive to me . I think putition is quite natural and full of seeds . It’s not calorie free but is a meal replacement

Natural Protein Powders & Meal Replacements - Fitness Food

A small meal when you don't have time to cook. Healthy protein shakes and meal replacements using only the very best clean and natural ingredients.

https://www.purition.co.uk/

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