Get Lean Quick: Lose weight with these Diet Shake Tips

by Robert Sinclairin Health / Weight Loss (submitted 2012-02-03)

I'm no different from you guys (oh, and girls!). The same routines, the same day to day activities and the same-old, same-old can make anything boring (yes I said anything…). We'll the other day after getting off work and starting my 2 ½ mile run I started to think about the diet shake I would be drinking post-workout.

It's winter now and pretty dark and chilly so I usually bundle up (think hoodie and sweats) for the runs.

Oddly enough this 2-3 minutes of changing from business casual into performance athlete is the time I use to reflect on every thing that has gone down that day. It so happens to be during my reflection I thought about the idea for this posting centered around how we get stuck in routines, get bored and move on and the need for variation.

With all that being said after my run I had a delicious shake with some of the alternative ingredients listed below. Check it out.

Got MILK? Try Almond Milk in your Shakes!

I believe myself that dairy is often over recommended in this country. The dairy industry have huge lobbyist that make sure that there are plenty of people saying to drink lots of milk every day. Have we been

What the Dairy Industry Wants You to Do
brainwashed?

Well I'll hold my judgement on them, plus I don't want my fine blog to feel the wrath of their dairy ladened furry. Now there is soy milk. However soy I feel is an over endorsed vegetable product, recent studies have showed the benefits to be both bad and beneficial. So for right now I'm going to just stay in the clear.

So what can you use? The alternative of choice is Almond milk. Try this delicious nutrient rich and flavorful (get the additive free type) liquid to thicken shakes or even replace dairy milk.

Shakes don't have to be made of just milk
Soy may not be the best alternative

Are you brain washed ?
Going for muscle mass and ran out of MUSCLE MILK? Try organic peanut butter for creamy protein/cals.

Some of us like a stong protein shake after a workout. What happens if you run out of protein? Do you just dump in the rest of your spirullina powder? Should you just shrug your shoulders and say, "that's stuffs only for roiders"? NO! protein is essential for different body functions, just read 3 reasons why you need more protein.

If your out of protein powder here are some alternatives to try and add to a shake.

Eggs
Nuts
Legumes
Hemp seeds

Worried about the calories? Try using less fruit… It's hard I know.

There are way to many ways to cut a lemon (is how I think the saying goes). The same applies here. Just because the recipe calls for a whole banana does not mean you must use one! If it calls for jam or trans fats, or GMO's don't feel obligated to add any of that stuff. You have the final say as to what is going in your shake.

Aha now I know your all smarter then those oscameyers… but If you do believe any recipe like containing ingredients above I got some beach front property in Arizona I can sell you…

Try adding stevia an all natural caloric sweetener if you need sweets

Worried about your fiber? Pour in some granulated psyllium husk powder.

I'm sure you already know fiber is critically important in my book. How do you think your intestines keep from backing up like Rick Ross's toilet? Oh and If they have already then you really need this stuff! Men need 28-30 grams and women around 15 grams per 1,000 calories consumed. Shoot for 40 grams to be on the safe side and to keep your insides squeeky clean (the sound wet rubber shoes make on linoleum).

If your not used to this much fiber your body will experience some euphoric flatulentic activity (you have been warned!)

Regular vitamins and minerals don't cut it? Add a scoop of some healthy phyto-nutrients.

Yup, you already know. I'm a sucker for phyto-nutrients! Man these things are awesome! They play all these integral roles in your body and science is really just starting to understand it and measure different aspects of their benefits. It doesn't take a rocket scientist though to know that these powerful plant chemicals can really kick a toxin or carcinogens Ass. Yup one on on phyto-chemical vs toxin, ya already know!

So add a scoopful of these to any shake you see fit.

Check out the weight loss resource page for a bottle of the best stuff.

So there you go, a quick easy way to spice up or add some variety to your diet shakes. Just in time for me to go on another run too(I just got home 30 mins ago and had to finish this post *sigh)!These ingredients are sure to add a different taste or flavor to your already great diet shake recipes. Try it out, let us know what you think. As always please comment and share if you have any diet shake enhancing ideas. About the Author

As a Nutritional Biochemistry major I'm constantly trying to find ways to fill my body with the ultimate nutrients. As a student, full-time worker, and multi-tasking mad man, I'm always trying to find ways to optimize my time. With diet shakes and drinks you can now do just that!

Robert Sinclair