Trying out a new protein powder

@maezee (41985)
United States
May 15, 2018 1:24pm CST
Despite having been an avid smoothie maker for the past several years, I still have not found "the one". As in, my favorite protein powder. I have been trying many and just havent found one I loved. The hard part is I am also not one to spend a bundle of money on these things. Maybe $30-35 max on a big bottle. So that limits my options. This was one I found at Target for $22 for about 12 ounces, called Tone It Up. Plant based protein, 15g and 90 calories per scoop which seems like a decent ratio. I also like the idea of plant protein versus whey protein (anyone agree or disagree out there?) The taste leaves much to be desired sadly though. I had hoped it would be similar to PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter but I was sadly mistaken. It has a chalky taste to it and only a hint of peaut butter. Have you tried this kind? Do you have a protein powder you swear by? Also how do you feel about whey versus plant protein? Do you think one os better thanthe other? Happy Tuesday all!
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@crossbones27 (52988)
• Mojave, California
15 May 18
You have to be careful with that stuff, most of it is not right. Better to ask a nutritionist but I get we are poor. Best to look up online. Even if there is a lot of trolls, you can get the truth if you can read between the lines. Or just ask a nutritionist for a consultation which should be free, but problem is if they good you will want to give them money, but if none to spare. Maybe if you could give them 10 bucks for their time.
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@Daelii (5619)
• United States
15 May 18
^^^ this! Check the labels - if its a supplement label then it doesn't follow the food safety guidelines. Nutrition label? it follows the food guidelines for food production!
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• Mojave, California
15 May 18
@Daelii Yeah, but really do not trust. We live in corporate America and Trump just killed all those laws.
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@Daelii (5619)
• United States
15 May 18
@crossbones27 true story :( :( :( I can't believe how much he gutted for the safety of the average american citizen just so him and his top supporters can make money while making everyone else sicker and to suffer.
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@amadeo (111937)
• United States
15 May 18
@crossbones27 is right be careful.Do you need this?too much is not good for you.Check with your dr.first
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@maezee (41985)
• United States
17 May 18
I believe I do. I have been drinking them for years. But have just not found one that I love at the right price.
@amadeo (111937)
• United States
17 May 18
@maezee as I mentioned before Too much of the good stuff not great.
• United States
17 May 18
I've never tried protein powder but hope you can find one that is not only affordable but tastes good to
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@maezee (41985)
• United States
17 May 18
I really enjoy the powdered peanut butter. It only contains 5 grams per serving which to me is a bit wimpy on the protein side.
@JustBhem (70555)
• Davao, Philippines
16 May 18
I will not try any powder protein because I need to check it with my Doctor first.
@maezee (41985)
• United States
17 May 18
If you are a meat eater chances are you dont have any protein deficiency. Different studies tell me different things about how much we truly need.
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@JustBhem (70555)
• Davao, Philippines
18 May 18
@maezee Oh, now I know. Yes, I've been a meat eater.
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
15 May 18
I love the pb one. We use the muscle milk powder.
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@maezee (41985)
• United States
17 May 18
Ooh okay! Does it taste decent? Any chalky after taste?
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
17 May 18
@maezee the vanilla one is what we use. Ive also used the chocolate or vanilla version of pure protein which is sold at Walmart and its pretty good.
@mlgen1037 (29882)
• Manila, Philippines
15 May 18
Hi Maezee. I have never experienced drinking protein shakes.
@maezee (41985)
• United States
17 May 18
They are good!
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@mlgen1037 (29882)
• Manila, Philippines
17 May 18
@maezee Hahhaa I better try it then.
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
15 May 18
I love the pb one. We use the muscle milk powder.