Sipping on a protein shake for breakfast can be a delicious and convenient way to kick-start your day.
Choosing a protein shake with high-qualityprotein powderand minimal additives is generally healthier because it’s less processed.
Experiment with your favorite fruits to see what you like the best.
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Protein’s ability to slow digestion and increase feelings of fullness may explain this.
As Meal Replacements
Replacing breakfast with a nutritionally balanced protein shake may benefit your health.
However, protein shakes should not be relied upon as a long-term replacement for whole foods.
Instead, they should be consumed as part of a well-balanced diet.
The benefits were even greater, up to 30%, when using a diabetes-specific meal replacement shake.
Protein powdercomes in a container filled with dry powder made of animal or plant-based proteins.
It is designed to be mixed into milk, water, or another liquid.
However, protein powder is generally much cheaper per serving than ready-to-drink shakes.
Less Nutritious Ingredients
Ingredients in protein shakes and powders can vary by brand and protein source.
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