{"id":5066,"date":"2013-12-08T18:58:14","date_gmt":"2013-12-08T23:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fatlossaccelerators.com\/site\/?p=5066"},"modified":"2013-12-08T18:58:14","modified_gmt":"2013-12-08T23:58:14","slug":"the-1498-calorie-drink-avoid-this","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/fatlossaccelerators.com\/site\/the-1498-calorie-drink-avoid-this\/","title":{"rendered":"The 1,498 calorie drink (AVOID this)"},"content":{"rendered":"

On a low calorie day, the best meal can be your post workout protein shake. It\u2019s cold, filling and delish!<\/p>\n

But many commercial shakes taste horrible, are super expensive, contain a ton of junk ingredients, or any combination thereof. Scary.<\/p>\n

\"how<\/a><\/p>\n

My fave multipurpose beer mug…<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Check out this \u201csmoothie\u201d for example. Not only is the calorie count on this Smoothie King delight mind blowing, but you\u2019ll need to do a double take on the sugar content\u2026<\/p>\n

Smoothie King Peanut Power Plus Grape (large, 40 fl oz)<\/strong><\/p>\n

1,498 calories, 44 g fat (8 g saturated), 214 g sugars<\/strong><\/p>\n

See. I kid you not.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s the sugar equivalent of eating 20 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (not the mini ones either!). And people in America actually drink this?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s totally possible to create your own super awesome tasty, protein packed shakes without the chemicals or ridiculous sugar content.<\/p>\n

Build Your Own Protein Shake<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Here\u2019s the simple recipe guide I use:<\/p>\n

Liquid of choice + Protein + Fruit\/Veg + Spices<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To create your own shakes just choose from the ingredients in the categories below. At a minimum I suggest choosing a liquid, protein, and fruit\/veggie.<\/strong> But you can\u2019t go wrong with additional spice and other delish ingredients though.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s my step-by-step guide to making an awesome post workout shake:<\/p>\n

Step 1: Liquid Base<\/strong><\/h3>\n

You will need a liquid base to keep the shake smooth and thin. Add more liquid if you prefer a thinner shake, and feel free to mix and match. I usually go with a combination of almond milk and water.<\/p>\n

This should be a simple choice:
\n– water
\n– unsweetened almond milk
\n– unsweetened coconut milk
\n– good ol\u2019 cow\u2019s milk (I prefer grass fed if possible)<\/p>\n

Step 2: Protein<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s totally your choice here. If you go for a protein powder, make sure it\u2019s cold-pressed, derived from pasture fed cows and free of GMO\u2019s, chemicals and sugars.<\/p>\n

Your best bet is:
\n– BioTrust Low-Carb<\/span><\/a> (this stuff rocks \u2013 it\u2019s whey based)
\n– VegaSports or SunWarrior (Vegan Protein powder)<\/p>\n

But if you\u2019re not a fan of protein powder:
\n– Greek Yogurt (I love the non-fat FAGE. It has 18g protein per 6oz serve)<\/p>\n

Step 3: Fruit \/ Vegetables<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Use any combination of fruit you prefer. I suggest going with whatever is in season, and preferably something purchased locally.<\/p>\n

Here are some of my personal favorites:<\/p>\n

– Berries (I usually get organic frozen berries)
\n– Green apple
\n– Pineapple<\/p>\n

And add greens too. It\u2019s fun! You can\u2019t even taste them half the time and it\u2019s the easiest way to get greens at every meal.<\/p>\n

The best veggies to add:
\n– Kale
\n– Spinach
\n– Broccoli
\n– Pumpkin. I must admit I\u2019m not in love with pumpkin shakes. But around the holidays, people love this stuff. So go all in if it\u2019s your thing!<\/p>\n

Step 4: Spices<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ah the power of spices! My fave is adding cinnamon, and I don\u2019t hold back. You could also try nutmeg, cloves and allspice if you\u2019re more experimental with your shakes.<\/p>\n

Step 5: Optional Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ice:<\/strong> If you want your shake extra frosty and thick, add ice cubes. This is an awesome addition in the summer time especially.<\/p>\n

Seeds:<\/strong> Flaxseeds are my go-to addition. The Omega 3\u2019s and fiber are the right combination. You could use any seed you fancy.<\/p>\n

Nut Butters:<\/strong> If you want to add thickness to your shake, go with nuts or nut butter. Just be careful not to go overboard on this one. Nuts are still calorie dense!<\/p>\n

Here are some winning options for you:
\n– Almond butter
\n– Cashew butter
\n– Peanut butter
\n– Hazelnuts (oh yes, make it Nutella like!)
\nHmmm yum!<\/p>\n

Spirulina:<\/strong> This is a Hawaiian superfood you need to try. It\u2019s a dark green color, and let me warn you, it doesn\u2019t look appetizing at all. But the health benefits rock and it\u2019s worth it.<\/p>\n

Coconut Oil:<\/strong> If you\u2019re looking for added fat, this will give your shake a smooth texture.<\/p>\n

Extracts:<\/strong> You can use vanilla, mint, or other extracts to ramp up the flavor profile depending on the other ingredients in your shake.<\/p>\n

Seriously, you can put whatever you like in your shakes.<\/p>\n

But the best thing is<\/strong>, all you have to do is put the ingredients in the blender, turn it on and wait 1-2 minutes, so even those folks considered \u201ckitchen challenged\u201d (like me) can whip up this awesomeness.<\/p>\n

Check out my favorite shake recipe at the moment. You can try it today!<\/p>\n

The Vanilla Kale Kick<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u2022 \u00bd cup unsweetened almond milk
\n\u2022 \u00bd cup iced water
\n\u2022 2 scoops of Vanilla BioTrust protein powder<\/span><\/span><\/a>
\n\u2022 \u00bd cup raspberries
\n\u2022 Handful of kale
\n\u2022 Big dash of Spirulina
\n\u2022 3 ice cubes<\/p>\n

Toss those ingredients in a blender, mix for a minute, and then enjoy. It\u2019s vanilla kale goodness with a protein spirulina kick.<\/p>\n

Do you have any super awesome shake recipes? If you have one that rocks, post it here on our Facebook page<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/strong>. I\u2019m looking forward to giving it a try next week!<\/p>\n

KV<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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