I’m always on the lookout for alternatives to the products I use on a daily basis. Especially, when it comes to forking out over $100 each month on one product! And obviously, you are doing the same, scouring the internet trying to find that Shakeology alternative!
The purpose of Shakeology
OK, so let’s first look at the purpose of Shakeology. We’ll look at that purpose so that we can compare that to a Shakeology alternative. Shakeology was designed for people who want more than just protein, and for people who really expect the health benefits being represented by the ingredients on a label. So, we are looking at health benefits, as well as, ingredients. We know that there are plenty of other shakes, powders and supplements out there and we have probably used many of them in the recent past. But let’s examine those ingredients to see if we can narrow down a Shakeology alternative.
Ingredients for a Shakeology Alternative
Let’s look at the facts so that we can make an informed and intelligent choice for a Shakeology alternative. What ingredients are in Shakeology? The first thing that comes to mind is a protein source. There are currently three Shakeology formulas; Chocolate, Greenberry and vegan Tropical Strawberry. The whey used in both the Chocolate and Greenberry Shakeology formulas are a complete protein containing all 9 essential amino acids. For the vegan Tropical Strawberry formula, it is a proprietary vegan protein blend that again contains all 9 essential amino acids but it is based on raw, sprouted, fermented brown rice protein, along with sacha inchi, chia, flax, quinoa, amaranth, and spirulina. We definitely need to take this into account when looking for a Shakeology alternative!
The next thing that comes to mind are those 70+ ingredients that are on the label. I don’t know of any Shakeology alternative with as many healthy ingredients. Where do those 70+ ingredients come from? In Shakeology, there are over 70 organic compounds and super foods that are derived from whole food sources. These ingredients work in a synergistic way and provide a comprehensive spectrum of nutrients for the body. And because all of those ingredients are working together for us, they give REAL results like weight loss, which is definitely a key benefit, but also more meaningful health benefits like regularity, energy, and vitality! So a Shakeology alternative would need to have a great protein source AND tons of ingredients, like those super foods, that give those AWESOME health benefits!
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Is there a Shakeology Alternative?
In summary, Shakeology has a super formula of 70+ of the healthiest ingredients from whole food sources from around the world (including anti-oxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogen herbs, prebiotics, digestive enzymes, vitamins and minerals) INSTEAD of just protein, fillers, artificial coloring, and isolated glamour ingredients. No REAL Shakeology alternative here.
The Chocolate and Greenberry Shakeology formulas have 15g of pure whey protein isolate plus 2g from plant sources. While the vegan Tropical Strawberry formula has 15g of raw, sprouted, fermented brown rice protein, along with sacha inchi, chia, flax, quinoa, amaranth, and spirulina. INSTEAD of soy, hydrolyzed whey and/or a whey concentrate blend. No REAL Shakeology alternative here either.
Hmmmm, there doesn’t seem to be a REAL Shakeology alternative! We know that there are plenty of products out there, but none that I know seem to stack up to these facts! Now what?
Forget a Shakeology alternative and go with the real thing!
No Shakeology Alternative, Now What?
It comes down to price again, doesn’t it? The good news is that when you break it down it only comes to about $4 per serving and that replaces a whole meal! When you think of a Shakeology alternative what price comes to mind? Just think about it! A Starbucks coffee or a fast food meal are MORE EXPENSIVE than that AND they don’t have ANY of the healthy ingredients in Shakeology! Those types of meals definitely are NOT a Shakeology alternative! There is more good news! Shakeology comes with a 30 day, bottom-of-the-bag, guarantee. That means that after trying a whole bag, you can return the empty bag and get your money back! But, there is even more good news! It is possible to save money on Shakeology!
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Saving money on Shakeology
By ordering Shakeology HD (home direct) you can save $10 on shipping. But did you know there is another way to save money! Beachbody offers a 25% discount on Shakeology through the coach account. There is an initial $39.95 fee for the coach account, but it is well worth it to get 25% off of Shakeology! I take advantage of the coach account and you should too!