I get asked often about Shakeology, what is it? Is it just a protein shake? Why is it better than this $20 shake? Or this $50 shake?
Well here it is, straight from the horse's mouth (Carl Daikler, the CEO of Beachbody!)... how Shakeology compares to OTHER shakes on the market!
On
October 8, 2011 Carl writes:
Or, “How Do I Really Know If This is Worth
the Money When Everything Else Costs Less?”
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 because of
intangibles like quality of sourcing, efficacy, and the delicate balance of
incredible health benefits and delicious flavor that is unique to Shakeology.
When we developed Shakeology, our goal was to fill a void in the
marketplace where the benefits of the shake would live up to the promise of the
line “The Healthiest Meal of the Day.” Shakeology was designed for people
who want more than protein, and for people who really expect the health
benefits being represented by the ingredients on the label. With Shakeology not
only do you get what you pay for, but because it tastes so good and the
attention to every detail is so complete, you get more than you pay for.
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 they derived from whole food sources? They are in
Shakeology! Too often the “magic ingredient” has been isolated from the enzymes
and phytonutrients which actually are what is needed to make the “magic
ingredient” effective 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. We’re not just talking about weight
loss here, we’re talking meaningful health benefits; regularity, energy,
vitality!
Other supplements point to one or two individual ingredients and
build a “story” around their super food attributes… that’s like saying
you can put Michael Jordan on a team of amateurs and still have a championship
caliber team. Shakeology’s specially selected ingredients work like the dream
team, all working together so YOU get the health benefits from the healthiest
meal of the day.
Protein:
When it comes to comparing protein quality, you need to look
closely to see the truth:
“Say NO to soy”
Does the competition use ANY soy in their formulation? Soy
protein contains estrogen-mimicking compounds that can interfere with your
hormones, and on top of that most of the soy in the marketplace is GMO
(genetically modified), two important reasons why we don’t use soy in
Shakeology.
It is our general opinion that many people are consuming too
much soy in the pursuit of health – and thus perhaps producing too much
estrogen which can cause many adverse issues in the body. Do a little
research of your own on the topic, and you will be as shocked as we are at what
you will learn about soy.
Likewise, if a company is promoting that their protein is “more
absorbable”, be careful. 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 any health shake, much less 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 benefits of “isolate” vs. “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.
We also look at the source of every single protein batch that
shows up at the manufacturer. If we find the manufacturer is cutting a
corner by bringing in protein from farms that use hormones or are ok feeding
inorganic materials to their cattle, we tell them to find another source.
This is the kind of scrutiny that other companies just don’t give their
product, and it’s the kind of attention to detail which doesn’t show on the
label. (But it does show in how you feel when you consume the product over the
long term!)
Glycemic index tested…
In terms of sugar, many protein shakes
have 1g 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 which are easily
processed by the body and in fact has 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 is 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 vitamins and minerals or
whole-food sources of anti-oxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogen herbs,
prebiotics, probiotics or digestive enzymes. We’ve seen competitors make you
buy a separate vitamin pack for $150 per month! And if you want chocolate
flavoring you have to buy a separate flavor packet for an extra $25 a month. If
you want metabolism boosting effects and appetite control, you have to buy 2
additional products at $50 each. Once you add it up, this is hardly a “good
deal” and it is usually questionably healthy..
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
(including anti-oxidants, phytonutrients, adaptogen herbs, prebiotics,
digestive enzymes, vitamins and minerals VS. protein, fillers, artificial
coloring, and isolated glamour ingredients
Winner: Shakeology
Protein Source: Shakeology’s
15g of pure whey protein isolate plus 2g from plant sources VS soy, hydrolyzed
whey and/or whey concentrate blend.
Winner:
Shakeology
Taste:
Rich chocolate or greenberry Shakeology Vs. chemically derived
artificial-flavored competition?
Winner:
Shakeology
Price:
$120 for Shakeology VS. 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 (try and) match the
benefits and nutritional content of Shakeology, you would easily spend over
$300 every month – that’s 2 ½ times the cost of Shakeology! Sure,
chocolate milk is cheaper than Shakeology. A vanilla soy shake can be cheaper
than Shakeology – until you try
to add what Shakeology’s got, and match what Shakeology can do for you, and
then it’s no contest.
Winner:
Shakeology
The best comparison is results. From
weight loss and reduction in cravings, to regularity, to healthier cholesterol
levels, to energy, to an overall sense of well being… We give a
bottom-of-the-bag money-back guarantee on Shakeology because we KNOW people
will be amazed at how they feel. Shakeology is the winner by a total knock out!
Speaking of knock outs, check out Katie F.’s full Shakeology
success with Shakeology!
These right here are the facts. I drink this shake daily and it saves me... daily. I feel better, more energized, less cravings, my hair & nails grow like weeds... I drink this shake because of my experiences with it and because I BELIEVE in it. I invest the $120 each month because I KNOW it is worth it!
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