Shakeology vs. Slim Fast

Well, school has started for most of us and I keep hearing about busy Moms that don’t have time to eat properly because they are trying to get the kids out the door and start the daily running. I thought I’d just give you a little information to help you along. I’ve seen a lot of questions floating around about various diet pills, exercise routines, shakes, drinks, equipment, etc. Many of those questions revolve around the ever infamous, but still intriguing “Slim Fast” diet shake. So, how does it compare to Shakeology?


The diet involves replacing two main meals with Slim-Fast products. Each day will also include one “Sensible Meal”, and fruit/vegetable snacks. A sensible meal is based around a lean protein (such as skinless chicken breast, or fish), carbohydrate (potato, rice, or whole wheat bread), and a large serving of vegetables.

Yeah…but is it EFFECTIVE? Well…see for yourself:

Slim Fast appears as though it could be an effective weight loss regimen. However, there may be some concerns about the amount of sugar that is included in these products. These days, manufacturers tend to put less sugar in products due to the crash and burn effects that it can have, especially when following a diet with such low caloric intake. Also, it may not be realistic to believe that this is a lifelong solution to weight loss due to the fact that someone simply may want to go their entire lives having to buy Slim Fast products in order to maintain their weight.

Here are Slim Fasts Nutritional facts

Not too great! I can feel that strung out crash feeling from the low calories-high sugars, now. Gross.


But you REALLY want a Shake, right? One that’s healthy, will help you achieve your goals and will leave you feeling energized, thin and happy. Yeah? Ok. Here’s my recommendation:


Shakeology


Shakeology is made up of essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals that work together to curb cravings, reduce hunger and keep you feeling fuller for longer. It is loaded with anti-oxidants and phytonutrients which help eliminate toxins and shed stored fat.


The digestive enzymes and prebiotics in Shakeology’s proprietary blend work in an incredible way. Shakeology can help reduce bad cholesterol, reduce oxidative stress and even eliminate build up toxins from highly processed foods that have become stored in your system over time.


Shakeology is the ultimate in meal replacement shake or snack. Shakeology’s 20 different antioxidants not only give you the best meal of the day but also have a lasting impact on your health. It can reduce free radical damage that can lead to heart attack, high blood pressure and stroke, all in one easy meal. With two delicious flavors that can be combined with your favorite fruits, veggies and many other creative combinations, this is a revolutionary new way to get healthy, lose weight and feel incredible.


But don’t take my word for it. Here are the Facts: (there’s so much good stuff this chart hardly fits in the allotted space) If that’s too hard to see, you can go here , scroll down and see the info clearer and larger.

Bottom Line: 70 Ingredients. 40 servings of Fruits and Vegetables in each shake. 140 calories, 1g Fat, 17g Protein, 9g Sugar.


Program: Replace 1 meal a day with a Shakeology Shake (Available in Chocolate & Greenberry) and exercise 3 days a week for 30 minutes.


Results: Weight Loss, Energy, Health.

My Change

I wanted to share with you my decision to change my lifestyle forever. 
I was struggling with my weight since I had my last baby on 2009.  I tried many many diets in the past. But now I know that diets are for a short period of time and then you get tired, bored and go back to your old habits. 
This time I wanted my change to be for the rest of my life.  My family deserved a healthy mom and a healthy life. I started making small changes, cuting rice, starches, breads. Also eating more often, small portions and healthier foods. Besides that I include some excercise into my day to day busy schedule. We all have the time, we just have to re-arrange everything and set priorities and you will find the time to excercise yourself.
At my workplace we started a challenge with the co-workers and they decided that I should be their "Tribe Chief", with that responsibility to lead my "Tribe" I was their example.  How can I encourage them and guide them if I wasn't doing right choices, I was going to be a bad influence. Then I had to lead by example.  They are always so motivated that they keep calling me for advice. I'm always sending them healthy recipes, links to other blogs, or new information that will be helpful, and they loved it. Lately I send them a comparison picture of when I was bigger and my progress, and they were all impress, even myself.
When you look at the mirror every day, you hardly see any difference, but when you compare pictures that's when you'll be amazed. It is so awesome to see such a difference that you inspire yourself all over again.
That's what I'm here for, to inspire you and help you through your journey, to achieve your goals and maintain after you get there. We can work together as a team, support each other and build a friendship on the way.
One more thing, and the most important one. With God we can do anything. He's being with me all this time. I've seen his Glory and his mercy in my life every single day. Leave anything on his hands and He will work his AWSOMENES and will help you in any difficult time.
Let's build a team and work together to a common goal. Change our lifestles once and for all.