Protein shake

[berrie23 0]

So, I was a bit frustrated cause I didn't lose any weight in a week. I realized my Protein Shake contained too much sugar & carbs so I immediately threw it away & got a new one(GNC Total Lean). I was told my body is in starvation mode & survives by eating my fat. But because I was consuming sugar & carbs through my Protein shake, it was surviving off the sugar & not my fat. Is this true? & if so will I start to lose weight now that I've changed shakes & won't be consuming as much sugar & carbs?

[johnlatte 1,232]

There are several schools of thought about starvation mode. Mostly what happens is the body is holding on to the energy you have stored (fat) and is not burning it at an effective rate. The best way to get out of starvation mode is to consume more kcals than you are now. Say 10-15% more. This typically would be in the form of dense Protein foods along with some complex carbs. If your Protein Shake is high in sugar and carbs it is most likely what your body is storing for energy. That could cause a stall or a slow down in weight loss. Without knowing exactly what else your are eating, it would be hard to pinpoint the exact culprit. Changing your shake isn't going to hurt but it might not be the answer you are looking for without knowing what else you are eating.

[Rycherchick 147]

Ive tried tons of Protein Shakes and most taste like butt. Even the Premier didnt taste good. I have known myself for a long time so I knew if I didnt like it, I wouldnt drink it. I found one I love, its Special K strawberry. Its got sugar, carbs and not much Protein but, its helped me loose 48 pounds. I dont think everything is tried and true for every person. They taste just like Strawberry milk.

I try to get my protein and Water in as much as I can but somedays I dont. I can still only consume 1/4 cup at a time and I dont snack. My one indulgeance is low fat yogurt bars made by popscicle brand. Ive been steadily loosing. Cheers