There are many protein shakes and meal replacements that are less
expensive than Shakeology. But comparisons based on the simple "protein
shake" or even "health shake" are usually off the mark and don't stack
up to Shakeology.
Shakeology was designed for people who want more than protein, and for
people who want the health benefits being represented by the ingredients
on the label. To really know whether a product measures up to
Shakeology, you need to keep some things in mind:
How much is enough?
We are proud of Shakeology's 70+ ingredients. Other shakes will trumpet
the number of ingredients they have too. But are the ingredients they
are counting actually good for you? Are there any artificial flavors or
colors listed in those ingredients? Not in Shakeology!
Are they derived from whole-food sources? They are in Shakeology! Too
often the "magic ingredient" has been isolated from the enzymes and
phytonutrients that actually make the ingredient useful when consumed.
And does the competition formulate for the synergistic benefits between
the ingredients, or just slap together whatever is hot in the media?
Shakeology was specially formulated for the collection of ingredients to
work together like a symphony; this combination is so effective, some
people report dramatic benefits within the first week. Other supplements
point to one or two individual ingredients and build a "story" around
their superfood attributes.
Protein
Pay attention to a product's protein source or blend. Protein sources
like whey protein hydrolysate have been shown to trigger a much higher
insulin response in the body. That's not an outcome we would tolerate in
Shakeology.
Our protein source is whey protein
isolate, which is more than
90 percent pure protein. Plus, Shakeology is loaded with digestive
enzymes and lactase—that's the enzyme that breaks down lactose and is
found in over-the-counter products like Lactaid
®. Don't
confuse whey protein concentrate with isolate. Whey protein concentrate
is the least pure form of whey protein made. The benefit of isolate
versus concentrate is that the fat has been removed to achieve isolate.
The fat in whey protein is what carries toxins consumed by the animal.
That's the reason Shakeology can be used by so many people who are
lactose-intolerant—because those toxins have been removed through the
isolate process.
For our vegan formulation, we use sprouted brown rice protein, not soy.
Does the competition use ANY soy in their formulation? Soy protein
contains estrogen, mimicking compounds that can interfere with your
hormones. On top of that, most of the soy in the marketplace is GMO
(genetically modified). These are two important reasons why we don't use
soy in Shakeology.
Glycemic index tested . . .
In terms of sugar, many protein shakes contain 1 gram of sugar or
less. This is because they are using artificial chemical sweeteners.
(Check the label for sucralose, aspartame, or sugar alcohols.)
Shakeology's small amounts of sugar comes from natural sources and whole
superfoods like coconut flower nectar and luo han guo, which are easily
processed by the body and, in fact, have been tested and certified by
an independent lab to have a low glycemic index of 24—that's lower than
most fruits! (An apple is 36, and an orange is 43.)
What's not in the base, they may suggest you add later
Other shakes don't cost as much as Shakeology at first glance, but they
also don't contain the full profile of the recommended daily allowance
(RDA) for some vitamins and minerals, or whole-food sources of
antioxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogen herbs, prebiotics, probiotics,
or digestive enzymes. We've seen competitors make you buy a separate
vitamin pack for $150 per month! Once you add it up, this is hardly a
"good deal," and it's usually hardly even a good product.
To achieve the benefits of Shakeology we've seen, competitors charge
between $250 and $335 per month! $120 doesn't seem expensive when you
realize all of the benefits Shakeology delivers.
SUMMARY:
Formula: 70+ of the healthiest ingredients from whole-food
sources from around the world VERSUS protein, fillers, artificial
coloring, and isolated glamour ingredients
Winner: Shakeology
Protein Source: Shakeology's pure whey protein isolate or
plant-based sprouted brown rice protein VERSUS soy, hydrolyzed whey,
and/or whey concentrate blend
Winner: Shakeology
Taste: Rich Chocolate, tangy Greenberry, or fruity Tropical
Strawberry Shakeology VERSUS chemically-derived, artificially-flavored
competition
Winner: Shakeology
Price: $120 for Shakeology VERSUS—Oops! It's impossible to
compare lesser formulations on price. But if you add in all the separate
vitamins and flavoring agents the other companies ask you to buy to
match the benefits and nutritional content of Shakeology, you would
easily spend over $300 every month—that's 2 and half times the cost of
Shakeology!
Winner: Shakeology
But the best comparison is results. From weight loss, to
reduction in cravings, to regularity, to healthier cholesterol levels,
to increased energy levels, to an overall sense of well being . . . We
give a bottom-of-the-bag guarantee on Shakeology because we KNOW people
will be amazed by how they feel. Shakeology is the winner by a total
knock out!
