Today we’ve gone ahead and picked up the Shakeology product on line to give you our views. If you can afford/stomach this product it’s definitely the shake for you. We’ll talk about that more in the breakdown.
Value – 5.0
Wow, this shake is not meant for the dieter on a budget. A 30-Day supply of Shakeology come in at $120.00 which is $4 per serving! That’s one of the highest costing shakes we’ve had posted on MRSR.com. We wanted to sample both flavors for you, but we just couldn’t afford to! As you can see in the comment section you can sign up as a coach (their MLM) and get a reduced price but it only drops it to about 3.83 per serving after it’s all said and done.
Hunger-Blockers – 10.0
Here’s a heads up for you guys out there, this shake mixes up thick and we mean really thick. It’s loaded with all sorts of fiber and proteins and if you can get through the entire shake, you’re going to be full for a couple hours. We really suggest mixing this with a very watery beverage, (skim milk, water, or maybe a fruit juice). It turns to concrete in your stomach.
Nutrients – 9.8
Shakeology stands above the crowd when it comes to nutrients. Holy cow this shake is just jam-packed with essential vitamins and minerals, placing it well over 50% of your RDI (Recommended Daily Intake) per serving. 140 Calories isn’t bad either and on top of that they’ve thrown in ton of non-essential health nutrients like Wheat Grass, Barley Grass, all sorts of fibers and other “holistic” nutrients to keep you feeling good. One shake and we had enough energy to keep us going throughout our day, that’s for sure!
Taste – 8.8
Okay, other products that have been offering us only Vanilla and Chocolate flavors have been given lower scores for lack of variety. Well, Shakeology made us eat our words in a bad way.
Shakeology comes in two flavors, chocolate and Green Berry which is definitely something we hadn’t been expecting. Given that we could only afford one flavor, we decided to go with Green Berry. To the right is a photo of the shake. The name is half correct in that this shake is ‘green‘ though how they had the gall to name anything about this flavor ‘berry‘ is beyond us. We thought about video taping and posting some of the horrified faces of our staffers as they tasted this shake, but Youtube already has that covered if you’d like to check it out. We briefly contemplated how the product pitch meeting for this shake went, and this is pretty much what we envisioned.
Man in Lab Coat: “Sir! We’ve come up with a shake that has the best nutrients and hunger blockers on the market! It’s sooooo freaking healthy!”
CEO: “That shake looks like vomit. What flavor is it?”
Man in Lab Coat: “Flavor?”
CEO: “Yes, what does it taste like?”
Man in Lab Coat: “Uh it tastes like we’ve liquefied 70 nutrients and crammed it down your throat.”
CEO: “Hmmm, Call it Green Berry and ship it!”
Update: Alright, as promised we did try the chocolate as well (someone sent us a free sample because we’re so poor) and it was better. This is where we’re going to get in trouble because a lot of people assumed that when we said in the comment section that “chocolate tastes better”; that we really liked it. This isn’t entirely the case. Their chocolate tastes better, but it’s certainly nowhere near the best we’ve tried. We still haven’t tasted the highly anticipated new flavor, but when your nutrient list is 74 ingredients long, you’re going to really have to work hard to cover up that vitamin taste…it didn’t go away even in the chocolate. If you’re going to try this shake though, we’d highly recommend the chocolate over the…other one. (I can’t even say it…the memories haunt me)
I would argue that the value rating should be higher- consider the cost of each of the 74 ingredients in Shakeology… the price of Shakeology is fair value.
74 Ingredients is nice and all, but a lot of them (to us) seemed like fillers. And while they WERE the highest ranked on nutrition and hunger blockers we’ve given, there are shakes that come in a close second while being 1/3rd the cost.
The overall score takes into account value vs nutrient by balancing them.
As a side note: We understand that you’re just here for the “back-link” Mr. Shakeology Cleanse and we wouldn’t have approved this comment if it hadn’t brought up a good point. However, we would like to remind our readers that pretty much anything with the word ‘cleanse’ in it has statistically been proven time and again to be terrible for your health. We gave the shakeology shakes a decent review because they are good. But using these shakes(or any shakes for that matter) as part of a cleanse gets a huge thumbs down. It’s not healthy. it’s not safe. Just ask a doctor.
Hi Can you tell us what comes in a close Second at a lower cost. I just can afford this stuff.
Uh, sorry, I just found your ratings. I am new to this site.
I bought shakeology when I started doing p90x. I liked the taste ok, but it gave me the runs soooooo bad I had to stop taking it. It did fill me up though. I haven’t heard anyone talk about my specific “adverse effect”, but it was terrible.
The reason you got the runs was because shakeology eliminates all the nasty toxins in your bowel, it would have gone away once it regulated you, thats what it is all about! Plus it works different for everyone! Still the best out there in my opinion!
Uh, no. The Detox thing isn’t what’s happening…pretty much ever. Detox is a pretty loaded word. Your body is not getting rid of toxins, it’s actually getting used to the shakes. Your body isn’t used to you eating this way and there is an adjustment period.
So, it’s not a good or bad thing. It’s not your body clearing toxins from your body…it’s actually getting rid of the excess vitamins and minerals from the shake that it’s not used to absorbing. In time it will get used to them and your digestive problems will go away.
Is the body trying to get rid of the excess waste. Most people eat to much carbs regularly. All these work out plans emphasize supplements high protein diet, high fiber diet increases metabolism. It is about losing fat by increasing metabolism and gaining muscle resynthesis from breakdown done in initial phase.
Careful with that “increases metabolism” claim. There are no studies to support it and quite a few to discredit them. It is VERY difficult to change how your metabolic rates function and it doesn’t happen instantly.
If your metabolism altered as easily as people think (and health companies claim) it does then the whole diet/gain all the weight back/diet/gain all the weight back/ frustrations that seems to go along with dieting wouldn’t happen.
I had the same issue with the runs. I have been doing shakes for a month now and was given some shakeology by a coworker. It was a very bad taste and kept me in the bathroom. I would not rec it to ayone that I know…..
I dont particularly like the cost of shakeology. However, If anyone (that was serious enough about sustaining a healthy life) were to purchase any of the ingredients individually, they would find that they would have to spend a lot more than what shakeology offers. Again, I am not excusing the price, just explaining the value of all the ingredients. Personally, I am currently taking the Chocolate right now, without any side effects, and will be eventually be making an investment to buy more. I call it an investment because my rate of return will be optimum health; by this product and the life style I live.
“…pretty much anything with the word ‘cleanse’ in it has statistically been proven time and again to be terrible for your health.” WHAT??? Very irresponsible thing to say.
You need to qualify that blanket statement. Detoxes/cleanses done properly are extremely healthy…just ask a doctor who knows what he/she is talking about in this area. Good grief!
We’ve linked in several places to many third party studies that show cleanses do little/nothing/make things worse. Trying to say “link to sources about how it’s ineffective, but don’t just say it’s effective” then turning around and saying “doctors will tell you it’s totally healthy!” without linking to any studies (third party studies in particular) is kind of hypocritical, no?
I started with Shakeology about a year ago. I really love the chocolate shakes, they taste great to me. I agree the price is too expensive, and I can’t afford to consistantly buy it like I need to. I lost 75 lbs in a year with this product. A shake for breakfast, a shake for lunch and a protein/vegetable dinner. I worked really hard with exercise too, I think no diet will work without some kind of exercise. Shakeology gave me the energy I needed to keep that up, not to mention my appetite was nearly nothing. I would recommend this product to everyone, and I have. I’ve been through a lot of products, and never have I found anything that taste this good and works this well.
Well when I signed up for an exercise program called Slim in 6 I got a bag of chocolate shakeology and left it on the kitchen counter for nearly a month, I really hate shakes with vitamins but since I was barely getting around with my weight and could not work out to hard since I broke both femurs, my right arm, got a bar in my hip, and over 20 pieces of metal in my left ankle when a car pulled in front of me while I rode my harley, I decided I needed to try the shake and to my surprise I loved it and in 2 days time with dvd doing crunches and leg lifts with short walks I have lost 3 pounds and I am walking without a noticable limp now ( the accident was a year ago) I needed nutrients that would deal with healthy bones and this has the ingredients that needed. I would go home and binge every evening, now I drink a shake and workout with energy and feel great! I have just ordered a months supply and I must admit I was reluctant because of the price but the results are out weigh the cost! Thank you for this link and all your advise Mrs. R I love to read your pros and cons on products.
Do you purchase your shakes under a coach?
OMG, thank you so much for doing this. I am going to put this link up on my blog. I sell Shakeology and love the stuff but the price is crazy high. People on a budget can’t afford this shake. I would love to see more reviews on other shakes. I have two that I know of, that I would love to see how you rate them. Thank you Mrs. R, love this site. Keep it up and keep tasting shakes for us.
But ppl in a budget can afford to go get something to eat each day or buy a coffee at almost the same price. You cant get meals under $4. Also it helps with ppl going to buy vegetables and fruits when they end up rotting in their fridge.
Lizard…have you ever lived on a really tight budget?
If you have, then you know that these people are not spending money on those trivial things each day. And it’s very easy to make a meal with under $4. Maybe not one as healthy, but I used to survive months at a time on $40 or $50 worth of food when I was in college.
I couldn’t stand Greenberry, most people can’t. I LOVE my chocolate though with regular milk or almond milk. Haven’t tried Strawberry yet. I will say though that the price is worth the health benefits. What people aren’t thinking of is this is NOT just a “slim fast” or “herbalife” type shake. Their nutrition can’t even compare to Shakeology. BUT, if you look on the site, there is an actual meal replacement shake that would probably be more like them. Again though, not nearly as many nutrients. I think to actually measure the value of the shake it should be USED and not tasted. You can’t really know how much it’s worth until you experience for yourself what it does to your body. With any meal replacement you can lose weight, but Shakeology is built to do a lot more than just give people a few nutrients and help them lose weight. I have to say though, I burst out laughing out loud when I read you scenario about the greenberry shakes lol!
Most of us use one shake or another, and one of the staff does use Shakeology. It got great marks on nutrition, but that doesn’t change the cost or the flavor which is very much a part of how we rate these shakes. Chocolate is much much better than Green Berry, but if you try flavors of other shakes, Shakeology just doesn’t compare.
Flavor and Cost are very important factors for many people. So are nutrients and hunger blockers, which is why we base it off all 4.
I remember my first Green Berry experience and it was like drinking horse hay. However, once I found a recipe I liked, it was very good. I simply added 2 Tbl PB2, 1 Cup unsweetened almond milk and 1 Tbl of raw honey blended in 1.5 cup of crushed ice. I still prefer the taste of the chocolate mixed with the same ingredients and occasionally adding a banana in either flavor for extra calories after a workout.
i saw this passinga bubble tea shop in westlake park (seattle) today. i’m a fan of chocolate, so that’s what i tried. it was good, BUT they added banana to their chocolate. it did not have the vitamin/healthy for you taste!
Lizard, I thought that sounded great when I first started using it, and even being a coach and getting the discounted price, it was too expensive for us. The price is for one person/month, and if you have a family, that is just outrageous! We buy less than $500 worth of groceries a month and make it work. That is including fresh fruits and veggies and the healthiest/cheapest versions of everything that we can. It is not easy, and adding another $90-$120/month for Shakeology per person is just not feasible. AND, we do not eat out often or buy coffee at a coffee shop, so that price includes all that.
Anyone living on a budget still may not be able to afford Shakeology.
very true! I’m a mother of 4 with one income and although I would love to incorporate shakeology into my P90 workouts I simply can not afford it. After rent and bills are paid it leaves my family with about 400.00 for the month which has to go for food, house hold needs, diapers ect. I’m so happy I’ve found this site, I’m going to order the shake listed as number 1. Oh and we never eat out or get to buy fancy cups of coffee unless its on a gift card my mother in law gives me.
It’s not much more than a fancy cup of coffee.
That’s assuming that you’re talking to a person who buys a fancy cup of coffee every day (I don’t know anyone living on a budget who does). Some of us already eat healthy without ever meeting/breaking the $4 per meal “value” that is a Shakeology serving.
Mrs.R – Just wanted to let you know you won a reader. I have recently purchased the Power90 program and was looking at the site and reviewing the various product offerings. I came to the same conclusion — I can get similar value for a lot less money — but then decided it was time to see if anyone was reviewing meal replacement shakes. I love what the TBB folks do with their web site etc but it is definitely a money drain to buy into all the product. Thank you for the reviews, and please keep it up. I’ve already bookmarked this and will return often
I thought I’d provide a followup to my previous comment. The Power90 program came with a seven day sample supply. While it was a bit gritty I’ve been happy with how I feel after drinking them for my snacks. Unfortunately the cost is prohibitive for me but I do like the shakes. I have the chocolate and it’s not bad. I mixed some coffee the first day and loved the flavor. Today I blended in some fresh strawberries…and it’s not bad, but definitely will finish the balance of it with coffee…then I’m off to find something a bit more value-centric.
I have been reading alot of reviews on various shakes trying to decide if I want to go this route. One thing I did discover about Shakelogy – it contains Gingko. For anyone with a seizure disorder, this drink should be avoided (confirmed by doctor). Gingko can increase seizure activity.
Thanks Kim, this is great info.
We get a lot of email questions from readers about disorders they have and the safety of the products they wish to take. This is the main reason why the products all have that bit of legalese of “Consult a doctor before beginning this product” on the bottles. You just never know which ingredient might react negatively to you and especially with shakes like Shakeology, where their ingredient list reads like a novel!
Ginko is also not good for people with high blood pressure. I know, it happened to me – my BP rose profusely.
I also got crazy palpatations and high BP with Shakeology!!
In regard to the BP, my BP actually decreased while on Shakeology. This was recommended to me by my doctor as my family has a history of high BP. I guess it goes to say, that even doctors don’t agree. I did check with several other doctors and clients and found the same response I found from my doctor. We all react differently. As far as taking Shakeology or any time you supplement, review it with your doctor and then get a second opinion. Hope this helps.
MissR –
Would you be willing to revisit your ratings if I got you a sample of both Chocolate and the top secret new flavor coming out next week (no, its not vanilla!). Let me know. Send em an email to the address of record and I am curious to see what you think of these 2 flavors…I personally drink greenberry with Grapefruit…its an acquired taste for those of us with a penchant for self punishment
Greenberry and Grapefruit? That does sound a bit like torture to me! Yes, we’ve have been looking at updating this review a bit because the chocolate has a better taste. We also need to score Nutrii Vida lower because unbeknownst to us, our reviewer of that shake hadn’t actually tried it…how unprofessional of us! That person no longer writes reviews and we have, in fact, tasted it now as a group…it was awful. So yes, by popular demand we’re updating a few of our shake reviews in the near future.
PS: If you want to send us an email we will give you a shipping address where you can send any secret samples to us. We’re like Fort Knox but without any security and a website where we constantly gab about anything we feel like.
will p90x still work without shakeology?
Shakes are shakes and exercise is exercise. You’ll still do very well following an exercise program without shakes and eating a sensible diet.
Yes it will work just fine without shakeology, watch your diet and stay committed!
It should also be noted that you can get Shakeology at a discounted rate. It would cost a little less than NutriiVeda.
I thought you can get it reduced if you pay to be part of their MLM stuff. People say this a lot and when we ask how much it costs to take part in the MLM, no one responds. To us it usually seems the cost to participate in the MLM is not worth it unless you’re actually going to try to sell the shake yourself.
Personally, I want a meal replacement shake, not another job.
To get the discount, you must become a coach. It costs about $40 to sign up as a coach and $14.99 a month after that. I pay $98 and some change every month plus my coach fees of $14.99. It is still cheaper to buy it as a coach, given that you also get free shipping. As a coach you get discounts on their other products as well, such as P90X. While obviously they want you to promote and sell their product, they cannot force you to. They strongly discourage trying to promote the product if you are not using it. They want your personal testimony to be your strongest selling point. When you start losing weight, people want to know how you did it.
That’s not cheaper at all! The shake for us common folk costs 115.00 and for you 98.00 +14.99 is essentially the same thing; so excuse me if I wish to keep my add’l 40 bucks.
Just a note, the cost to individuals outside of coaches is $119.95 and you can free shipping as well by being on an auto ship. The coaches pay approx. $98, and yes, the $14.95 monthly upkeep. It does save about $5-$6 a month that way. As far as the value, I am one of those who has studied (along with several family members) the affects of some of these “fillers” you’ve mentioned. If you are already supplementing with juice drinks, green stuff, etc. then taking Shakeology and dropping your other supplements would save you money. Just a side note, my wife was on Shakeology during here recent pregnancy (approved by her doctor and mid-wife) and only gained 18lbs. She then lost it by sticking with Shakeology in only 2 weeks. Gotta love it!!
So that drops the price from $4 per shake to $3.83 per shake. Still around a 5 in value, but better!
We also know what many of the fillers are reported as doing, but until someone says you *need* this in your body on a daily basis; they’re fillers. The problem is that some of them have some positives, there are also negatives that get added with each ingredient. As you can see from some of our commenters above, they’ve had some issues with nutrients that just don’t need to be there.
Just to add because I am a new coach….right now military any branch, active, retired, reserve and dependents Get all of the fees waved except the shakeology. So You don’t have to pay the $40 to start or the 14.99 a month. If you think about it one would pay more eating out than ordering the shakes. Forgot breakfast, you could easily spend $6-$10 per meal.
It’s actually $89 a month, plus $14.99 and no shipping when you’re a coach.
Damon – Drop my other supplements? That’s pretty fanciful thinking and not really practical. you assume a lot making that statement, like one size fits all and that is the farthest thing from the truth, especially when it comes to nutrition. Shakeology is good. It is expensive. It doesn’t fit everyone’s needs, and you should be smacked on the palm by a Catholic nun for telling people to drop their other supplements…Shakeology gets a black eye when you make statements like that. I understand people wanting to defend their turf, but don’t be silly when doing so.
Hi. The cost for coached for the Shakeology protein shake is $89.99 The cost to be part of the team is $14.89 so the total cost is aprox $105 if you are a coach The saving is about $14. I love this shake, I have tried many others, and there is no comparison!!
The green berry is really good if you blend it with orange or pineapple juice, a banana and 1/2 cup frozen fruit ( strawberries, peaches, etc.) and a couple table spoons of plain yogurt. If it is just shaken into water or plain juice it looks and smells quite a bit like pond water! lol
Okay so I must say this, if you are adding ALL of that to make the shake taste good then it is a waste. By adding all of that you are adding calories. Most people use meal replacement shakes to help reduce their calorie intake. if it works for you though I say stick with it!!!
Actually, when using a shake as a true meal replacement you should make it be 200-400 calories. Contrary to what most people think, your body NEEDS calories to lose weight or yes you will go into starvation mode. Now, if someone is using the shake as a snack, then that is when they should not add anything to it unless they are trying to gain weight.
Remember, the lower calorie option is not always the BETTER option.
Not a waste… You still get the nutritional value and you add fruit. How is fruit bad?
Fruits, especially those she listed are extremely high in sugar. When you are cutting every corner on sugar intake throughout the day, you just give it all up and then some by adding a handful of frozen fruits every morning.
I agree with Sheri and add this-if you are trying to cut every corner and only drinking the “base” shake-maybe Shakeology is not for you. I love it! I am a 39 year old 20 years in service active duty Marine and I start every morning with Shakeology. At first I couldn’t stand the green berry, however with strawberries, OJ and ice it is my flavor of choice. I find my energy up all day when I use it, even after physical training (run 3 miles 4-5 times a week and two days of weight training and martial arts). IT IS EXPENSIVE! However as an individual who prides myself on my physical and mental well-being-I have yet to try a MRS that gets me rolling like shakeology.
P.S.-Thanks Mrs. R for a great site!
Adding all that also increases the price!!!
My wife and I are Beach Body Coaches, we have been on the chocolate shakeology since feb of this year, since then my wife high blood pressure which she used to take 150mg of medicine for, after exercising and eating properly- good vegitables, try to stay organic as much as we can, since then her doctor took her off the blood meds completely- i have lost about 10 pounds so far, and my metabolism has gone through the roof, shakeology may not be perfect for everyone but its one of the best shakes out there, and if you cut back on mcdonalds, milkshakes and starbucks- its not expensive at all, just watch the video 100 doctors dont lie…
I just purchased the P90X and i loved it! When i saw the that the same company was selling that type of shake, i was amazed so i purchased both flavors.. i love the taste of both shakes, but i have to admit that i prefer the chocolate one. I’ve been on the shakeology diet and i already lost 8 pounds in two weeks:) i love it!!!!
Brenda,
I love the Shakeology!!! Yes it is exspensive but it is well worth it. I was on the Shakeology for 2 months and I lost a total of 20 pounds thanks to my beach body coach. She was right, you pay for what you want!!!
i am interested in the trial size of chocolate shakeology as written about in oprah magazine. i only want the the 30-day supply. is that eligible for the free shipping ? -teresa
Hey Teresa,
We’re not actually a distributor of Shakeology, but I bet you can find some fitness coaches near you that might be. Maybe do a google search for beach body coaches in your area and give them a call and see if they distribute Shakeology. I’m sure they would be happy to help you.
Teresa~ you can contact me at dwaldron@dawalcorp.com for more information on Shakeology. Or visit me at http://www.FitAndPaid.com. Hope this helps.
I’d love to help you with all of your shakeology questions and provide you with a free sample. You can email me at Atexanpt@gmail.com or check out my website at http://www.shakeology.com/fittexas. Thanks, Alexis
Hey Mrs R…these coaches are pimping themselves on your site. I don’t think that is kosher. I like this site because of the lack of commercialism …
People have asked for specific information from suppliers that we cannot provide, so these links can be helpful. We have blocked a few that didn’t add anything to the discussion or weren’t responding to specific requests.
You state:
“there are shakes that come in a close second while being 1/3rd the cost.”
can you tell me what they are please?
Thanks
All three of our highest rated shakes can be found for under $2 per shake. They’re a good place to start. You can also check any reviews with a 10 in value means they can be purchased for under $1.50 per shake.
I was disappointed to see that the rating was lower on Shakeology, however when it is noted because of the cost, that’s understandable because it is one of the more expensive out there. For me, I’ve done the research, it’s helped me so much, and i love it so the cost isn’t an issue. It’s a give and take relationship to make it a daily part of my life! I’ve done a poll with my customers and often times it’s the expense over the nutrition, which is sad because there’s just nothing else like this out there to compare it to hence the cost!
Also just a side note – Greenberry is a very acquired taste I will tell anyone that! Chocolate is my favorite by far (as well as the new flavor coming later this year) but, some people are confused by the “greenberry” Greenberry is simply the name of the berry that is used for flavoring, it wasn’t meant to say “oh it’s green and supposed to taste like berries” Chocolate is Chocolate because it’s flavored with the Cacao plant and Greenberry is Greenberry because its’ the greenberry plant!
I hope that you try a chocolate sample and update this review!
Using the Chocolate or Greenberry.
I start with a dozen or so ice cubes in the blender, add 1 scoop of Shakeology powder, 1 glass Unsweetened Almond Milk, 1 Banana, 1 serving of other fruit (StrawB.,BlueB., RaspB.), 6 oz.Light fruit flavored Yogurt and Blend thoroughly. Add water if necessary to thin. I have also used other fruits, nuts and Peanut Butter(WOW!).
You can be as creative as you want when making your shake and for me, this truly is “My Best Meal Of The Day”.
Oh, by the way, I’m 63 years old, have lost over 55 lbs since Jan./11 and am now a Beachbody Coach.
Join me. http://beachbodycoach.com/myront
The price isn’t that much when you consider people are buying a coffee at Starbucks for $4.00 . Also when you take Shakeology, you no longer need to take a multi vitamin which will save you money that way. Plus you will be healthier so you won’t be going to the doctor and paying that bill and the medications. I guess it comes down to is your health worth it. Well mine is.
If you have any more questions please feel free to check out:
http://www.shakeology.com/angluvsfitness
http://www.beachbodycoach.com/angluvsfitness
Angela,
You’re missing the point of price comparison.
MRSR isn’t comparing Shakeology to the cost of Starbucks.
MRSR is comparing Shakeology to the cost of other meal replacement shakes.
I agree that $4.00 for a meal as healthy as Shakeology is an INCREDIBLE value when compared to a less healthy fast food combo meal for $6.50.
However, when you compare $4.00 for Shakeology to $1.50 for other meal replacement shakes, Shakeology is a HORRIBLE deal.
Also, some of us don’t eat fast food, don’t drink coffee and buy only the best food to eat, so the price comparison the McDonalds/Starbucks isn’t helpful.
I agree. My husband and I make our meals everyday that are less than $2.00 per meal. And it’s enough food for us to have left overs. So $4 is a HUGE price for a meal replacement.
It’s a great deal because it DOES compare to a full meal and not other shakes. Other shakes can’t give you the nutrition you need, like Shakeology does. Yes, it’s is a meal replacement but not your typical meal replacement shake. Also Shakeology has helped so many get off of meds (with a Dr.’s okay) that it so hard to compare it to anything else.
I do understand the resistance. But when I hear the stories and talk to people who have lowered their insulin intake or cholestoral meds… It’s hard to dispute.
I will start off by saying that I am Beachbody Coach and have used Shakeology for a year now. Also, thank you for the high rating for Shakeology. I just want to cover a few things no one else has.
If we only consider Shakeology as a meal replacement than yes, it is over priced. I looked at your top rated meal replacement shakes: IdealShape, RightSize, and PrGrade Lean. As far as vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber — all four (including shakeology) are pretty comparable.
And honestly, if all you’re looking for is a meal replacement then I would recommend trying anything else but Shakeology…
What makes Shakeology different and therefore a little more costly is because of it’s added nutrients that no one else has mentioned. Without sounding too salesy…
Shakeology includes: Adaptogens, Phytonutrients, Prebiotics, and Digestive. — None of which are included in the other meal replacement drinks. These ingredients allow Shakeology not only to be a meal replacement but also a shake for digestive health.
If you want to learn more about the ingredients of Shakeology go to:
Again, I just want to state that if all you want is a meal replacement drink then there are other great options. If you want a meal replacement and something that will benefit your overall health as well, then look into Shakeology as an option.
First off, I am very happy to have found this site! Thank you Mrs.R!
Thank you Julio, for your comments about the “other” reason to drink Shakeology. I originally started using this as part of a lifestyle (diet /exercise) change, but have continued using it because it completely regulates my gut! I have Crohn’s disease and will spare the details, but say that this is the ONLY thing that hits my stomach for the first 4 hours of my day. I take it everywhere we travel! NOT drinking Shakeology is not an option for me anymore! It’s improved the quality of my life.
ps, I am also a registered nurse and my daughter, is a certified clinical herbalist. My gastroenterologist and my daughter have also given Shakeology their stamp of approval:)
This product is wonderful! I received a seven day sample, felt great and lost some weight, however, the price is way beyond my means. When I called to enroll in the auto ship, I nearly fell off my chair. If the company cut the price in half, they would make a ton of money.
I want to say thank you for this great review on Shakeology. Very honest and well reviewed. I am a Beachbody coach and I had the same reaction concerning the price and taste of Shakeology. (definitely prefer chocolate over greenberry). Anyway, I took the plunge and invested on the product for my health. I must admit that I am happy with my monthly investment in Shakeology. I have been able to maintain my target weight, feel more energy and get the nutrients I need for my body.
Here’s what people need to understand with regards to the cost. This product doesn’t have ‘crap’ ingredients inside of it. The ingredients are gathered from countries around the world. Also, keep in mind that this is a “meal” replacement shake. You are replacing an entire meal for the day. So think of this investment as part of your grocery bill. People go out here and easily spend $6 to $8 on a fast food combo meal that doesn’t add any nutritional value to their bodies.
Everyday people are getting fatter and fatter in America because of the way they eat. And everyday more and more people are going to the doctors and being diagnosed with diabetes and high cholesterol. Obesity trend is getting higher. All because of the way some people are eating. Think about the money these people are spending going to the doctor.
So when I think about the $100 or so investment in Shakeology, I don’t complain. I’m coming up at year of using Shakeology and I have yet to visit the doctor for any illness. While most people got sick over winter with flus and colds for long periods of time, I quickly got over my colds. This product is amazing to me and I will keep investing in it for my health.
Again, thank you for doing this review on Shakeology. Hope you get to try the new Tropical flavor coming out soon. I think it taste absolutely wonderful and will definitely out beat greenberry in sales.
Thanks Lisa. I was thinking the same thing. I have been drinking Shakeology for 2 months now and I feel great!!. I have not gotten sick while all my friends and some of my family have gotten colds and the flu.
Shakeology is an aquired taste, especially the GreenBerry, but i’ll do it for my health. I actually really like the Chocolate. I tried Greenberry with 4oz of Apple Juice and 1/3 of an apple. It was really good.
Thanks again for your comment. It made me feel good about my decision.
Lisa~I couldn’t agree with you more..
I am a Beachbody coach and I tried Greenberry first. I literally had to hold my nose when I drank it. I called Beachbody and they allowed me to return the Greenberry and sent me a 30 day supply of Chocolate at no cost. I’ve been on the Chocolate ever since (approximately 2 years). I grave the Chocolate Shakeology and drink it everyday for breakfast, mixing with soy milk or skim milk.
I am 40 years old and maintain my weight at 125 Ibs. Unfortunately being “healthy” in America isn’t cheap, but, of course, eating “unhealthy” is very cheap and there are fast food restaurants on every corner. In the long run, I do agree that obviously the unhealthy people are sicker individuals (diabetes, high blood pressure, etc.) and bills start to pile up for these individuals.
I truly believe Shakeology is the best investment for my health, and aren’t we worth it??
Being healthy IS cheap when you know what to look for. It’s just the TIME that goes into making your food that is the problem for most people. It’s super cheap to buy in season produce and also most of the time alternative food markets such as Indian, Middle Eastern, Oriental, and etc. have fairly priced items. I found that Indian grocery stores were FAR cheaper than mainstream American ones and they have more pure food than we do (no gmo crops or irradiated produce) Plus if you ask around with these foreign grocery stores (if they don’t have an item that you need) they usually know where to direct you to where you need to go.
What do think in comparison to Isalean Shakes?
Also, if I wanted to try something along the same lines as Shakeology, what would you recommend? Value wise? There are so many out there!
Isalean Shakes are part of the Isagenix products, which we’ve reviewed here.
Value-wise for a comparison along the lines of Shakeology, try any of the shakes with high points in value and nutrition.
Shakeology has the best nutrients bar none, but IdealShape and RightSize do very good at a much better price.
Regarding your value formula…you give Shakeology a 5.0 b/c it comes out to $4 a serving. Yet value Visalus gets a 8.0 at $3.33 a serving?
Shakeology has a $89 price when you join their HD program as distributor…just like Visalus.
So either Visalus needs to be downgraded or shakeology needs to be re-evaluated to remain a level comparison. Am i missing something?
Hi Linea,
We explained the difference in the ViSalus review. Visalus Shakes can be bought for $1.33 but unlike most companies, their adders are upgrades to the shakes, flavor packets, hunger blocker packets, and the like that you add to the shake. To get all the bonuses you end up at 3.33 which is about a 6. So we went in-between with an 8.
While there are other factors that we sometimes take into account, the general rating scale starts at $1.50 is a 10 and drops a full point for every 50 cents from there on out. $2 is a 9, 2.50 an 8 and so on.
Mrs. R….thanks for this unbiased review….not only the review but your respectable comments as well. I’m using shakeology now and pretty much everything you’ve said is pretty spot on….I think I’ll incorporate some of the other products you’ve reviewed for cost reasons and I’ve been adding some ingredients to my shakeology now to water it down and add a little flavor, but that is also increasing the calorie intake, but not by much, especially if you’re adding fruit and such. Anyways, just wanted to take the time to say thank you!
I mix mine with coconut water and they r wonderful in taste and not thick at all
Shakeology is not expensive at all. I thought it was when I first found out about it, but then I came to my senses when I learned everything about it. There is no way to get that kind of nutrition at that price from any other source than Shakeology. For the people who said they can’t afford it, I bet if you actually tracked the cost of your lunch or dinner for 30 days, you would find you spend more than Shakeology costs (or at least comparable), and therefore in most cases, Shakeology would actually save you money and give you better health.
Greenberry plain with water is something few people enjoy but I do know some that do. It is good when you make it into a proper shake.
If you become a Coach and buy Shakeology, you have the ability to sell it to others, and getting only four customers (buying it monthly) would completely cover your own Shakeology costs and would actually start paying you about $7 per month once all your costs are accounted for. After less than five months, that $7 would cover the initial $40 you spend to become a coach, then you would start actually making money on it (and you make an additional $30 per month for every customer you get after that). There is basically no time spent in doing this if you don’t want there to be, and there is NO inventory, shipping, or customer service you have to deal with. It’s a no-brainer!
If price is the reason you are giving the rating you are giving… I think I will drink Shakeology. I am allergic to soy. I love the ingredient list on Shakeology, and at $4 or $5 bucks a shake… not that much money. You get what you pay for. If I want Filet, I go to Ruth’s Chris… if I want a burger, I go to Burger King… so guess what? I’ll take the filet
In the scheme of things… it isn’t that much. I’ve been drinking it for almost 2 years now, and my health has greatly improved. No cold or flu (could be coincidence, but I get them every year), weight loss, perfect cholesterol, low glycemic index which is great for my sugar issues, and I love the taste, I have more energy. I’m happy. JMHO.
But if you are a bargain hunter… hunt away.
Thaks for all the insight and research. Im a bb coach(distributor) but am writing as a consumer and advocate for healthy living. I tried all types of shakes and a variety of other products to help w bloating and digestion and nothing did the trick. shakeology was the first shake to not only provide me w the daily nutrients an prbiotics i needed but that really helped change and improve my daily digestion. I am now 5 mos pregnant and despite the percentage of preg women w constipation and heartburn, i have not experiened any of that. My doctors were impressed w the quality ingredients and integrity of shakeology and although i dont drink daily during pregnany, the doctors i spoke to agreed that it could very well be the reason im feeling so good and having no tummy issues. I had been drinking it daily for about 8 mos before conception. Just wanted to share, as for me, its cost vs benefits have been worth the exoense. Thaanks
Have to jump in here. The price is just fine. If you join as a member there is a discount and possibly free shipping.
I buy shakeology because I don’t have to buy these all separately:
1. protein shake
2. Vit/min
3. probiotics
4. enzymes
5. adaptogens
Sold separately these would cost $25-30.
$125-150 total.
If you want total nutrition this is it.
If you want to cut corners, you won’t get healthy, you will keep the pounds on.
I love that they go straight to the farmers for the raw product.
You still gave a great rating, but the low rating on price means people are just looking for cheap junk. And that’s what they’ll get.
If lower costing shakes all were “cheap junk” then no one would’ve ranked higher.
“If you want to cut corners you won’t get healthy, and you will keep the pounds on.”
Statements like that are ridiculous Lisa. Sorry, but even our worst rated shakes are getting results for people. Meal Replacement Shakes are not some super weight loss thing that creates success if formulated perfectly…and this is coming from someone who spends a lot of time around meal replacement shakes and their marketing materials that tend to make these bold claims. We’ve somehow avoided the brain washing…
These are a tool. A powerful tool to help you lose weight by keeping your calories low through meal replacement.
Many people don’t spend money on everything on the list and referring to the price as “just fine” is a bit presumptuous. $120 a month is a lot of money for many people. And that’s for 30 servings. If you wanted to replace more than one meal a day, or are doing the shake with your spouse, the price climbs significantly.
the average person “wastes,” $7 a day buying energy drinks, designer coffees, lunch at work, and quick pick me ups at the gas station.
That alone is $140 a month if do you it during the work day and work 20 days a month
We do take out once or twice a week, that can go up to $60 a month.
I find many people have malabsorption issues that lead to nutrient deficiencies. if you don’t have a well rounded supplementation plan the deficiencies will persist. Shakeology meets all these needs.
I bet most of your readers still buy additional supplements to meet their health needs so include that price in with what they’re using for a meal replacement.
That’s another 30-40 bucks depending on what the person is taking. And if they say they take one a day or centrum…..they are still not getting enough nutrients.
You’re right this is not about weight loss it is about adequately fueling the body bc our modern day food processing and getting it to the market has woefully ruined our food. We need to supplement.
Anecdotal evidence does not equate to fact.
Do you have statistical proof of this “average person”? Or do you just mean ‘you and like, all your friends, and, like, everyone…’
The people who look at $120 for Shakeology as being cost prohibitive are likely not blowing $30 a day on junk food, nor are they likely to be affording $160 a month on “current supplementation”.
I’m coming off as snippy, but this is a huge problem we have with this kind of sales line. You create a hypothetical situation, using things like “the average person” where we’re supposed to substitute ourselves into there even though the hypothetical doesn’t significantly apply to us, or, in some cases, apply to us at all.
Thank you for bringing to light the amount of anecdotal evidence that individuals tend to use in general discourse. (For those who catch themselves doing so, I recommend reading a research psychology book. You’ll be grateful that you’ve finally armed yourself with intelligent argumentation.) I loathe blogs for the amount of garbage that people write, however, I believe you’re lucky in not having that problem on here. In addition, the information you share is succinct and really appreciate that. I’ve been debating about Shakeology for a while now and this has made my decision a heck of a lot easier. I’m glad I took the time to read through one of these things. Thanks.
Mrs R. I think your comments are on point not snippy.
Mrs. R you rock! I just love reading your comments as I’m contemplating which one to try. I just want to say thank you for your integrity.
I have to say I am offended by your comments Lisa. Where is your proof of what the “average” person spends? Did you do a research? I was looking into Shakeology as well but it is A LOT of money. If you have forgotten we are in a recession. I appreciate all the information on this site because my family is on a budget. I don’t know anyone that eats out 3 times a day or buys expensive drinks every day like you are suggesting. If you are single with no kids or married with 2 incomes then yes 120 a month is probably doable. My family is a family of 5 with one income. It’s a pretty good income but when I think of what 120 a month could buy for my family it just doesn’t seem worth it. And yes I am a “bargain hunter” I coupon and everything. So I appreciate you having an opinion but please don’t try to pass it off as facts. Thank you.
All I have to say is we are a family of 5 on one income and we buy 2 bags of Shakeology a month at the coaches discount! I truely believe you find money for what you think is important in life and to us our health is important! I chose Shakeology because it is All Natural and no other shake can say that! Plus all I know is it works for us!
“I find many people have malabsorption issues that lead to nutrient deficiencies”
As a family practitioner, I find many people eat the wrong foods that lead to nutrient deficiencies. In fact, most people don’t need any kind of supplementation at all aside from calcium and vitamin D. Not if they eat a healthy diet, which also will lead to weight loss.
In fact, in my experience, it is the wastes that lead to the weight gain, and so if everyone didn’t buy the pick me ups, didn’t buy the designer coffees, and didn’t go out to lunch, and of course didn’t buy meal replacement shakes, not only would they maintain healthy weights, but would have $120-150 extra dollars per month to put toward retirement, etc.
The majority of people I see with weight problems eat very few fruits and veggies and way too many processed foods, and would feel much better if they would plan ahead and pack a lunch and skip Starbucks.
I find this too expensive and wouldn’t buy it. I am not average, though… I go out for coffee no more than 1 time per week if that, pack my lunch, and sit and eat a healthy breakfast with my family every morning, so this cost seems great to me. (and I can’t think of many of my patients who would find this inexpensive enough to buy.)
Great post! It is a bit annoying hearing people trying to justify a product that is not needed as we get all the supplementation and vitamins in the first place from just eating clean healthy foods.
The taste is very bad even chocolate which doesnot taste good. It does seem to help health problems as i drank only a small taste and my hearing in my ear that was bad cleared up within a few minutes of drinking half a serving. I havenot used since but if it helps health problems it is worth doing. They need to improve taste and they would sell lots more of it.
I can not believe that so many people are saying they do not like the flavor of these shakes! I have tried many shakes and have never stuck to drinking them because of the bad tastes. I was so happy to find one that taste great! The chocolate mixed with almond milk, bananas, peanut butter or strawberries is so good my 15 yr old son is now drinking one every morning before school. I do wish they would lower the price though it is expensive! I think you would see many more people purchasing this shake if they did.
There are ways to get a better product than Shakeology with more benefit to both your health and your pocketbook. All you have to do is a little searching on the internet and you will be able to put together programs that are superior on most things except taste. Its hard to beat Shakeology on taste, its like drinking a ghirardelli brownie, everyone loves brownies!!!
By the way the coaches discount people are talking about happens to be the commission that you are paying when you are not a coach buying shakeology, That’s why so many coaches are defending it on this site.
The best part of finding a good alternative is you will never have to hear a Beachbody coach use the same tired company tagline about the $4 coffee…
As with my previous comment about sugar. This product has 9 grams of sugar per serving. As far as cost, sugar content, protein quality, etc. Visalus is a great product that you will not review, I guess because you have a built in bias about the mlm part. I dont have a problem with the mlm part of not, just a good product but I would challenge the fact that if you are an mlm business owner, you have a job. How near-sighted can you be. When you start any business from home, make money or not, you get advantages and experience to tell you to keep your job or keep going. All this prejudice against one group or another based on total misinformation is so tiring and so useless. If people want to start a business with mlm or baking cakes, it is the same thing – looking for freedom from a job or to learn how to work for themselves and you poo-poo it because it is not as conventional as your little brain can conceive. I am sorry but I believe you are not being truthful about this entire site. And no, I am sure this will not be published. Thanks!
“Experience is what you get when you didn’t get what you wanted” -Randy Pausch
Anyway, typing “Visalus” into the search bar before saying we would never review them might be helpful. We reviewed them already. Being an MLM doesn’t get you a lower score (well maybe in value as their prices are always inflated) and it certainly doesn’t get you kicked out of the review process. We’ve reviewed many MLMs and will review many more. Sugar content isn’t everything. Grasping at the one nutrient that ViSalus has better than Shakeology and waving it around like a torch isn’t going to make us rate them any differently. We’ve explained why we dislike the MLM’s and yes we have acknowledged that there is some good that can come of it.
I also don’t see where we’re being prejudice and where our misinformation lies, but thanks for reading Ben.
Apparently Ben hasn’t checked out your entire website. Ben, you should apologize to Mrs. R. How rude, shame on you!
Thanks for this site!! It is very helpful and interesting. I have been using Shakeology for about a month and, while I TOTALLY agree that the flavors are an acquired taste, I appreciate the nutritional values and plan to continue using it.
My only question is, why did you give a nutritional rating of “9.8″ and not “10.0″? What does Shakeology lack that would bring the rating to a “10″ in your estimation?
best meal -replacement! but i will not buy it- too $$$! Really? why does it have to be so $$$!
so it wasn’t just me!!! shakeology really does not taste good…
I ordered a month supply and have not yet be able to finish it because of the taste.
so glad that I found this website!
leelee, try blending it with 1/2 cup mik and 1/2 cup water with either flavor. It helps to take away that wheat grass taste.
Add in only 2 ice cubes to make it cold. It helps!
Seriously, people that are complaining about the cost should think twice. There is no way you can go to the grocery store and buy all of the nutrients that are in this shake for 4.00. If you take a regular sack lunch, whether it be the left overs from the night before or sandwich, veggies and chips…you will be only hurting yourself in the weight department. So if getting healthy is a priority for you, there should be no concern regarding the price. Think about the meals that are eaten at restaurants-people do not think twice when a beverage is $6 for a martini or $3 for a soda. Watch your budget a bit more and this should not be a strain on your pocket-book. Best of luck.
The word Value does not mean cost. Please change your evaluation term to “cost” since you are only talking about cost. Shakeology actually has much greater value than other shakes because of its ingredients and relative health benefits. Your analysis is kind of like saying lettuce has a better value than spinach because it costs less. But spinach is much more valuable than lettuce nutritionally.
It would be…if we just rated the shakes on value alone. Since we factor in 3 other major factors, spinach would probably end up higher than lettuce.
We understand that Value is more of the total score we give, but calling the first category price doesn’t work. As you can see from the Right Size review, there is other factors that can effect a shake’s Value rating.
I just want to thank you for the review. I started Turbo jam back in June and was looking for a meal replacement shake..As a single mother of 3 kids Shakeology is way out of my price range.
Thank you for a great and fair review. Since I am a coach and love Shakeology I know there is a bias but I see you are calling it as you see it and that is alright with me.
Keep up the great work
OK, I loved your review of Shakeology!!! I am a Coach and have to agree they aren’t the best tasting, but the way they make me feel, I will pay for it. You had me laughing so hard about the greenberry flavor. I can’t stop laughing! Thank you for having this website so we can all get a non-biased review of these products. Love it!
I drink the shakes and agree they are some what expensive! I did my research and wish there was a cheaper way to go! There is no other shake that gives you all the ingredients and nutrients that shakeology gives you! Chocolate is awesome, I do not think I would try the green berry just cause it is green! I am not a seller or trainer, I just wanted something for health, appetite control, and i liked to drink every day! I really think this is a neat web sight and have found nothing negative about these skakes until I read the HBP or seizure reply up top! The shakes have lowered my BP and also cholestrol, I do not have seizures so that is something I am not concerned about, but glad someone posted it for other individuals with the same issue! I guess I just keep reading and wander if I will find something crazy wrong with shakeology, cause it is to good to be true and pricy! Wish there was a way I could go cheaper, but healthy is better! thanks for the forum I really enjoyed it
Shakeology calls for 8oz of water….but I use 10-12 to water it down…SO much easier to get down…and it’s an acquired tasted….kinda like beer..that first beer (think WAY back to your first one) is AWEFUL…but in time, you grow to love the taste…don’t knock shakeology so bad…even try blending it with a banana, peanut butter, etc…YUM!
Shakeology has balanced my daily diet. I have been on many fad diets and all sorts of shakes and meal bars. None compare to Shakeology. I started this program October 7th 2011, and just 31 days later I am down 11 lbs.!!! I still eat what I want just smaller portions. I have one shake per day at lunch and snack in between breakfast and dinner. I am 5’4 and started out at 147 lbs and today I weighted in at 136lbs. I have been this weight for the past week so now I am starting the 3-day cleanse to fight through my plateau and get down to 130. I have so much energy and love the way I feel. Cheers!
I was reluctant to purchase Shakeology the first time as well. I am no professional on nutrition by any means but my results with P90X changed drastically once I started replacing my breakfast with this shake. I would recommend to anybody that this shake will help them out if they struggle with nutrition and have a hard time curbing their appetites when the “sweet tooth” comes on. I do however understand that there are many people who can not afford an additional $120. That is not a problem. I personally coach many single mothers through P90x, Insanity, Turbo Fire, and Chalene Extreme who just plain and simply can not put out $4 extra per day for a shake. They have all tryed it and absolutely love the taste and flavor but it is not for everyone. The results produced are amazing though when used daily with workouts. ……..one more thing… can I get a 5 star rating for Tropical flavored Shakeology coming out January 7th!
I just started Shakaloy and absolutely love it!!! I lost 20 lb. in 8 months and had trouble losing my last 15 lbs. I started Shakaloy 6 weeks ago and have lost 10 lbs. I drink my shake in the morning and it keeps me going for at least 4 hours. I love the taste and all the nutrients. It was the missing food I needed to stay active and met my goals. Health and fitness first!!!
I am considering buying Shakeology and this review has been very helpful in swaying my decision to do so. I am on Day 28 of the Insanity workout and have lost 13 pounds thus far. I am following a good diet, avoiding all the stuff I like such as chips, hot wings, fried foods, sweets, and late late night fast food missions. My only question is should I use Shakeology as a meal replacement or as a recovery drink after my Insanity workouts? Will the benefits to weight loss be any different depending on when I take it? Any insights would be appreciated.
Jonathan~ not sure if anyone answered you yet, but the benefits will be noticed within the first day or two of taking it. The very first day I took it, I felt similar energy to having taken an energy drink without the jitters, crash, caffeine high, etc. Use Shakeology as a meal replacement. You are probably eating 4-6 meals a day already, so just make it one of your meals. I would recommend putting it about 30-60 minutes before your workout. You’ll digest a bit of it through and the energy boost will have kicked in already. Hope this helps!
Mrs. R~
Thank you for the “re-review” of Shakeology!! I haven’t posted since your latest update, but I feel you have given Shakeology a fair “shake”! It is definitely pricier and there are great options out there. Having been a certified personal trainer and am currently a Beachbody Coach, I know the value of having options and I feel several of the other “meal replacement” shakes you’ve rated are very comparable and I have tried, use and would even recommend several of them. We’ve got to realize, what is our goal here?! To have a healthier society and most of the do just that. I hope everyone posting on here as well as studying about these different options, takes a good long look and I would much rather have someone make a healthier choice they can afford than the “dollar menu” at your local fast food. Keep up the great work!!
Just to clarify, when I say comparable, I am referring to their value over substance. Shakeology is head and shoulders above as far as nutritional value and health benefits. But it is one of the most expensive on the market. Some of the others do make a good option if you can not afford Shakeology, but when your situation changes, I would HIGHLY recommend Shakeology!
Sorry to continue to write. If Shekology is too expensive Mrs. R, it would be great to have you take a look at and review, Beachbody’s Meal Replacement shake. I’ve had several clients use their “basic” meal reaplcement shake which is only $39.99 for a 30 day supply. It tastes good, has a great amount of vitamins and minerals and does a good job of giving you that full feeling for a few hours. Shakeology is really the top of the line, but the other is great as well too. We are all here to help end the trend of obesity in the US.
We are looking at Beach Body’s other shake, and have added it to the list.
The biggest problem with “it costs a little more because it’s so full of nutrients!” sales pitch for us is that…it’s not the whole story.
The biggest inflation comes from the fact that the product is an MLM which means unless you’re a part of it, you’re spending money that you shouldn’t have to.
I’m using Shakeology for the first time and have been for a few weeks. I actually love the taste of the Chocolate using the recipes that come with it. I get energy and it really does carve my appetite. So I really want to continue using it to loose my 5 persistent pounds.
Question, has anyone reported getting headaches from the shake? I’m still in process of ruling it out, but it seems it might be the case.For a trial, I have stopped using it, headaches subsided in a week or so. I had a shake yesterday morning and by late afternoon had a whopping headache again!
Any help from the coaches or anyone would really be appreciated. Thank you!
I was diagnosed with high cholesterol this year and was put on medication for it. The funny thing is that I was using another Shake product reviewed here, for nearly 3 years with claims that it would help lower my cholesterol. Reluctantly I tried Shakeology and didn’t want to like it because of my affiliation with the other Shake Company. Due to the rich vitamin taste of Shakeology I wasn’t wild about it at first, but because of the 30 Day Money Back Guarantee, I continued using the product to see if it would really help lower my cholesterol. To my surprise, within 90 days, my cholesterol dropped 45 points, I lost 12 pounds and many inches. Today, I am down 16+ pounds, 26.75 inches, down 11/3% body fat, and my cholesterol is down 48 points. The taste is an acquired taste because it is packed with so many nutrients, something fast food, processed food, the American Diet in general, has so little of. I was paying out of pocket almost $60 a month for my cholesterol meds, and I am so glad that money is now being spent on Shakeology, a SuperFood Shake that is delivering all that it promised. When I started on Shakeology, I wasn’t a coach, paying full price. Because I got such amazing results, I decided to pay it forward and now have enough very satisfied customers, that I get mine for FREE!
The ONLY reason shakeology cost so much is to fill the pockets of all the people on the MLM. Look at the beachbody website you will make a note that most of the products that are popular sell for 129.00, Why is that so everyone gets a cut of the money you spend on somehting that you can get for half the price. As far as how much it costs on the MLM side it is 89.00. This is not much of a savings. I enjoy the honest reviews. If we truly want to change obesity in American make certain items more accessible to the ones who need it.
I have used Shakeology for the past 2 months and have mixed emotions. I wanted to lose the baby weight after my 2nd child but aso wanted the energy boost and health benefits as it touts. This product came highly recommended by a close friend, but it just didnt seem to work the same way for me. While the shake was filling and reduced cravings and I did lose the weight (15lbs), It made me feel like I had taken a sedative and I was exhausted! It also didn’t prevent me from getting colds and other ailments, and gave me terrible digestive issues, gas and cramps.So while I was getting the benefit of the filling meal replacement, I wasn’t getting any of the other benefits and therefore, the price was unjustifibale. I like using the shake meal replacement method, but am going to try Ideal Image now to lose the remaining 10lbs and cut my costs in half.
Do you have a gluten intolerance that u don’t know about? I have one and when I use products with lots of fiber and barley etc I get gas…cramping..bloating. Take notice in your diet and see if that may be the case. Maybe not so much in everyday life but in larger quantities it does a number on me.
Curious about high blood pressure….are there folks out there that their BP has gone up after using Shakeology???
I got my partner on this stuff and he loves it but his BP has gone up….curious if this may by why???
Please help
I used to be a beachbody coach and left for SEVERAL reasons. I KNEW shakeology inside-out…earned 125 SC points (if you are a coach you know that’s a lot in 10 months – won a free cruise, free trip to the bahamas, an ipod at summit…so you know I clearly believed in this stuff for the 1.5 years that I didn’t skip ONE to TWO shakes a day of my ShakeO)…or so I thought. Corporate never let us near a lab, never allowed us to see the process, just told us about it and answered with pat responses when we asked questions. I can tell you this much. Shakeology caused stomach issues for family members, customers, etc. It seemed to help me since it had digestive enzymes but now that I have discontinued it for a solid 2 months I realize that, that’s what CREATED a sulfite sensitivity and digestive issues (carried an epipen bc of how severe my reactions were) that is now gone after 1.5 years (stopped drinking it in November 2011). I also was having an issue with gluten (I am NOT celiac) and was trying to eat gluten free….Shakeology is still marketing itself as gluten free but this is what I found (maybe why I couldn’t lose weight on it?):
Is Shakeology really gluten free? According to this list of foods to avoid and foodfacts.com – the answer is NO! Ingredients in shakeO are on the AVOID list for people with celiac/avoiding Gluten. NOT COOL!
http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/celiac/#examples
http://www.foodfacts.com/NutritionFacts/Meal-Replacement-Drinks/Shakeology-Chocolate-Meal-Replacement-Shake-14-oz/57988
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A coach I was speaking to today contacted coach relations to find out how much blue green algae/ spirulina is in the drink. Because it is a proprietary blend they won’t tell her how much blue-green algae is in the shake and supposedly anything beyond 70g is a problem (AKA toxic…in fact they recommend you consume 50g or less per day) so she is concerned – if anyone knows anything – please pass along that info! If you would like to see the consumer lab report, I have a copy of it…it’s pretty interesting with a list of issues with blue green algae/ spirulina.
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Next, I recently learned (well, re-learned but now fully understand) that there is a plant based steroid in Shakeology (hence the added WARNING on the back of the bag that says, “Shakeology contains suma root, a source of ecdysterone, a naturally occurring phyto-chemical compound that could be erroneously detected in synthetic steroid screening tests.” Then in bold it states… “Athletes and anyone subject to banned substances testing should consult with their physician and athletic organization.” — check with your doctor if you are someone with chronic pain – I have heard of some very unfortunate outcomes for some individuals.
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OH and remember when they said that the American Diabetes Association (ADA) BACKED shakeology? That was a lie…they have since removed ALL ADA info from the coach back office and the symbols (stop diabetes hand that was previously on the bag – is no longer!) are not located anywhere connected to shakeology (you may find it on a coaches personally created site who is not in the “know”).
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Since I started on SHAKEO they also removed the “caffeine free” statement from the chocolate shake – never was caffeine free!
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I have to wonder what else are they hiding from consumers????
As of April 18, 2012 Beachbody announced that it was removing Blue-Green Algae and Suma root from its Shakeology products. Here is their statement:
Blue-Green Algae Removed from Supergreens Blend in Chocolate and Greenberry Shakeology
Due to future concerns about the ability to source blue-green algae in a way that ensures its purity, it is being removed from all Shakeology formulations. Additionally, while blue-green algae is a widely recognized dietary supplement ingredient in the United States, many countries around the world are still evaluating its status for supplement and food use. Because of our intention to make Shakeology available in Canada and other countries worldwide, the removal of blue-green algae from the formula will allow us to more easily register Shakeology for sale in these other markets.
It’s important to note that similar health benefits derived from blue-green algae are also found in various other nutrients in our formula such as spirulina, as well as the other supergreens and grasses which contain protein, vitamins, and minerals for energy, digestive, cognitive, immune, anti-aging, and mood support.
Suma Root Removed from the Adaptogen Herb Blend in Chocolate and Greenberry Shakeology
The World Anti-Doping Association (WADA) and the National Football League (NFL) updated their list of nationally banned substances to encompass a group of all-natural phyto-chemical compounds known as ecdysteroids, found in various plants around the globe, including suma root.
Because current drug-screening technologies are unable to differentiate between natural, healthy substances and synthetic banned substances, the ecdysterone found in suma root could result in a false positive test reading. With the growing popularity of Shakeology amongst high performance athletes, the military, and other customer groups subject to testing, we have chosen to exclude it from all Shakeology formulations.
Please note: Neither blue-green algae nor suma root can be found in the Tropical Strawberry formula, so no changes there!
I am a beachbody coach. That being said what I do not understand is why people are so quick to be skeptical about everything. Try different products, find out what works and what doesn’t work for you. We are not all the same and never will be. Shakeology has done wonders for my diabetic Aunt who has a lot of trouble losing weight and is already down 16 pounds. I have heard many great stories from tons of people who have tried many different Shakes. I also know in regards to cost that United States citizens are more wasteful with their spending (I am a financial planner as well). We will spend $4-$10 at a coffee shop multiple times a week or spend much more on eating out, alcoholic beverages, etc. When it comes to spending money on our health or healthier options we want the cheap way out, even though we waste money on bad habits. My grocery bill was decreased when I started on Shakeology. As an Ironman Athlete I now eat less “fillers” throughout my day to keep satiated. Shakeology might seem like a high cost Shake, but in comparison to what people spend daily it is really not that out of the ball park. In fact I bet most people spend more than $4 on average for 30 meals a month. What is your total cost for 30 meals a month?
I’m a little appalled that Idealshape is getting recommended when it has CORN SYRUP SOLIDS and SUCRALOSE? Those are horrible ingredients compared to Shakeology. I just looked up the nutrition for both. I will avoid any shake with CORN SYRUP SOLIDS. Gross. The first ingredient in RightSize, almost, is corn syrup solids as well, and also contains acesulfame potassium, another nasty ingredient. Wouldn’t recommend it, even if it is cheaper – I know shakes for 20 dollars that have those ingredients – but on the bottom. I don’t see any of those in Shakeology. READ YOUR INGREDIENTS – just because the list is long (and it’s really not that long when you get down to the “less nutritious” ingredients like xanthan gum and cocoa/cinnamon powder) doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be accountable for what you are putting into your body. Just my two cents.
As we’ve pointed out previously, Sucralose ranks higher than Sugar for health according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
Corn syrup solids rank as “Cut back”, the same level as Sugar.
Just because it isn’t all natural doesn’t mean it’s bad for your body.
I totally disagree with you about the corn syrup and especially the sucralose. Bad, bad, bad. And shame on you for trying to tell people it isn’t. Thanks but no thanks.
We’re properly shamed Heidi.
You see, we feel that diets don’t have to be all about leaving things out. Enjoying that diet coke every now and again isn’t going to kill you and all that.
I know, I know, we should banned from ever giving out health advice on the internet because our views of health aren’t yours. Somehow we’ll go on.
I think Mrs.R needs to do some research on artificial sugars! Nothing artificial or processed is good for you! Why do you think we have so many cases of cancer now days compared to back before processed foods or artificial ingredients were invented! I still with natural sources!!
Hi Erin! There’s been a lot of changes in the world between the world of processed food and now. C02 emissions, technology, and the like! And we honestly have very little idea of cancer rates in the past as they were unaware of what cancer was.
Check the research and also remember that artificial sugar doesn’t always mean non-natural. It means that it’s trying to replicate sugar. I.E. Stevia is an all-natural artificial sweetener.
You can read all the research we’ve compiled in this nice little post.
Before you distributors state things like “no one else give you the same nutrition…” yadda yadda, please do your research. We are not idiots.
Thank you Mrs R, love this site! I am completely happy with my vegan meal replacement but am looking for one I can buy spur of the moment off the shelves that gives me the same nutritional value when I run out or if I want additional flavors for a comparable price. It’s certainly not Shakeology.
I don’t think the Chocolate tastes like vitamins at all. This is by far, the best tasting chocolate protein drink I’ve ever had in my life. Even my husband likes it. It’s very chocolatey and I love that. It’s a little too chocolatey for my husband so we add a banana to his and it’s much better that way. I love it by itself with almond milk and sometimes I add frozen fruit. $4 per shake is a great deal considering all of the nutrients you are getting.
I received a free sample of both the “green” one and the chocolate one from a friend and I had to dump the green one out – I was horrified at the taste. I read your review and couldn’t stop laughing.
WOW! I love reading all of the comments here! Such a range! It seems a lot of coaches have stopped by to defend, (even me, I admit it), but things got a lil scary farther up the chain! LOL
I have taken all of the other shakes on the list and always had to add other supps along with them. So the basic thing is that people will use what is right for them. I ALWAYS appreciate reading an honest review on meal replacement shakes! Thanks so much for your site! I will be back!
I drink Shakeology, I prefer Chocolate. The greenberry is WAY better w/plain soy milk or almond milk which gives it a smooth nutty flavor..Too sharp for most people w/any kind of juice. I was a BIG supplement user and I save TONS of cash using this product! I signed as a coach for the discount, as my kids use it too. Every time I hear about a new supp that I might want to take I check the shake cuz it is usually there. The only other supp I add is additional calcium. so I save around $100/month. It is not for everybody…but you get what you pay for usually. I am going to try the #1 shake on your list to see how it is too and because the price is so low! But Shakeology packs the nutrients..even the ones that some people think don’t need to be there. I like them there..that’s a pill I don’t have to take!
Hi Angie,
Did you try the IdealShape? And if so, what did you think of it?
I am so happy I found this site. My boyfriend and I are currently having to maintain two hoseholds (the joys of being in a military family) so I needless to say don’t have the money to aford shakeology. I don’t drink cofee, don’t buy energy drinks, don’t eat out often (if i do it’s no more then two times a month and under $15 and yes this is my unhealthy eating), and I I am very careful on what I spend my money on. I do care about my health, I try to eat healthy and I do excercise. Not trying to loose weight just maintain and be healthy.
I have wonderful friends and thrugh them I have been able to do turbo fire, insanity, and try shakeology. I LOVE!! the chocolate and have to say that I felt wonderful when I was taking it for breakfast and yes I did add fruits and yogurts to make it taste better. I had so much energy I loved it and I did notice a drop in energy a few weeks after I stop taking it. I decided to go on the hunt for something that would be similar to shakeology at a price that I may be able to budget in to my expenses. I will be trying some of the other top rated shakes. thank you so much for all this good information.
If it seems like I babbled more about my life style then the shake its so that I wont get placed in to the “I don’t care enough about my health, starbucks drinking junky, who wants a miracle weight loose supplement to replace healthy eating and exersice” catagorie. I do care about my health and I have experienced the benefits of shakeology I just simply cant afford it even if I became a coach.
Thanks again Msr. R
Laelah – the surge in energy that you feel when you drink shakeology is most likely from the maca root supplement. You can buy a decent maca root supplement for about $10 for a 60 day supply.
Hi Yvette were would I find this supply of maca root that we can get for $10.00 for 60days supply , I would be very greatfull if you could let me know.
Thank You
Virginia
I really don’t feel the value is there to commit to Shakeology. I tried it and the taste is horrid. I also don’t need all those fillers. If I need a meal replacement, I opt for the less expensive, but worse tasting Vega. I will gladly save the extra money or use it to buy fruits and vegetables. I also have a problem with any supplement that states that it is healthier than actually eating fruits and veggies.
It doesn’t say it’s healthier than eating fruits and vegetables. It says it has a days servings of fruits and vegetables but it states right on the bad that in no way does that mean you shouldn’t eat healthy meals through out the day. You should still eat fruits and vegetables. It’s just hard for most people to eat enough of them so the shake is a helpful way to get the nutrients. Also, Shakeology is not a meal replacement shake. It’s a diet supplement drink and it can be a meal replacement by adding calories, with milk, almond milk, ect and maybe some fuit. It should be at least 250 calories to be a meal replacement. The 70+ whole food ingredients are not fillers. They are actually whole foods that work together like a symphony to help your body feel it’s best. Did you try the chocolate or the new tropical Strawberry? They are really good. I haven’t tried the greenberry because I don’t think I would like it based on what friends of mine who drink it have told me.
Does shakeology really makes you lose weight? Of course with working out and watching what your eating. I’m on the fence is far as purchasing this product due to the price. Also when is the best time to or most effect meal to replace? Looking to shed 10 pounds and havent been able too. Will this work? Thoughts…..Or is there something more in my price range maybe half the price that would work like shakeology.
Theresa
Go to the beachbody page on facebook and find the coaches, or ask them to message you. Ask each of them for some samples. Don’t tell them that you’re getting samples from others.
Win.
MG,
We do not support this kind of deceit. That’s bad. No.
And as far as anonymous emails go, yours was pretty out there.
This shake is disgusting…couldn’t find a better word. However, I also tried a few sample packets b/c the product is over priced, and agree with the value ranking. I couldn’t drink the entire green berry shake b/c it made me nauseous, I couldn’t eat anything for a few hours. I tried it again a week later, thinking maybe it was my mood…but nope, green berry shake made me nauseous again. The chocolate shake didn’t make me nauseous, but isn’t that great either. I paid 6 dollars for each sample packet, 2 green berry and 2 chocolate flavor and am so disappointed that I spent that much money on a product that tastes this horrible.
A very informative site…thank you for posting all this. I like learning how everyone perceives this product. I have my own experiences with Shakeology and P90X which have been very positive so I like to see the other side as well.
I just want to ask why are people so intent on comparing the price per serving of a meal replacement with the price of a meal that isn’t a meal replacement? Of course you can get a meal for less than 4 dollars a day, it’s called McDonalds! But if you are trying to become healthy and get in-shape, you obviously are going to have to spend a bit more on it than buying something that has no nutritional value. If you’re on a budget, and trying to use supplements or meal replacements, then save a little bit of money each month and then buy this stuff!
Just my 2 cents…
Well i tried the sample, the chocolate its okay but the green its horrible!!!! its both to thick even mix w just water, so if you want add fruit its kind of “just forget it”, and the price is way tooooo , i would try it again if you have a strawberry flavor and better price
Thank you for the review. I tried Shakeology after a beachbody coach convinced me it would be SO good for me. I tried both Green-Berry and Chocolate and HATED the taste and the consistency of both. Yuck! Maybe it’s an acquired taste but it made me want to vomit. I do my best to eat healthy and as a LPN to RN student, married to an RN-BSN with an M.D. daughter I feel it is important to set an example. I read several of the reviews and many of the benefits in bp were probably due to weight loss – not the shake itself. I know MANY people that by losing just 10 pounds were able to get off blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes medications. It’s not any “magic” formula from Shakeology – or any other products. I choose to drink these types of products as a meal replacement I can take on the run. As to Shakeology, I thought the cost was prohibitive (and I don’t eat at McDonalds or Starbucks coffee), but the taste was definitely the deal breaker for me and I don’t want to have to “doctor” it up. As I said I’m in a hurry, but I don’t want all the sugar in a “slimfast”. I went back to Atkin’s shakes. I enjoy their coffee flavors, milk chocolate, strawberry and dark royale cause they are quick, easy and tie me over for an hour or so; giving me enough time to get a healthy and nutritious meal. I also love Beverly International’s Cookies & Cream. I’m going to to try some of the others you mentioned. Thanks for the objective review.
I’ve used Shakeology for about two months now and I love it. I haven’t had the green berry kind but I’ve use the chocolate flavored one and I honestly think it’s delicious, although a bit thick so I use more than 8 oz of liquid, and it’s usually skim milk.
I normally cannot afford the high price, but I actually asked for it as a gift (that’s how much I like it). I’ve tried Alive and couldn’t stomach the taste and many other meal replacement shakes that have any real nutritional value made me gag and leave me starving. This has been the only shake that keeps me full. I completely disagree with the cement feeling. The shake’s a little thin? Add more liquid. I get about 4-5 hours of sleep a night and I notice a huge difference in my energy when I don’t drink this. I’m not saying it’ll happen to you but my nails and hair started growing faster plus my skin looks amazing now.
My dad’s trainer started drinking it because she has total disdain for vegetables (hey sometimes you can’t help it). About a week after drinking it, she said her very weak and fragile nails started growing back..
I can’t afford this on my college student budget (fifty bucks a month for food… sooo.. yeah.) But as soon as it’s plausible I’ll definitely have it on auto-delivery
I started working out.. at 1/2 hour a day at 272..not by any shakes, or pills or fad diets.. but just exercise and watching what i ate and lost 105 lbs.. I agree.. a sensible diet, and exercise is KEY… though.. I will say.. I have 30 more lbs to lose.. and have started fluctuating up and down.. I am considering trying some of these shakes… I have looked Vi, and Shakeology.. I have tried Shakeology, and after three days.. I just couldn’t stomach it anymore.. not sure why.. BUT.. the energy I felt, and fullness stayed with me.. I have never had a shake do that. I am waiting on my sample from VI to give it shot, and see… It’s the last 30 lbs that are driving me nuts!!!! BTW.. I love your site Ms. R… and find it very helpful
Because someone sent me a free sample of the new tropical flavor Shakeology, I was just a few minutes ago putting an order through for it to have variety with the Idealshape that I just started. I had wrapped my head around paying $119 for a month’s supply. Found out that the new tropical flavor costs $129! Then tax for me was going to be $9.10 for a total of $139!!! Shipping had not even been included yet. That did it….changed my mind on the order. Wayyyyy too expensive for my pocketbook.
First: I’m not a Beach Body coach and have no interest in becoming one. I’m also not a doctor, and I get wary when reviewers use too many exclamation points, so I’ll try to stear clear of those, too. I ordered my Chocolate Shakeology about 2 days before I stumbled on to this website. I’d been dying to find real reviews of the stuff and not ones from coaches. I got really nervous after all the mixed answers on taste and effects, so I figured I’d cut my losses and send it back once I gave it a try…I don’t think I can give it up!(sorry, there’s one) I’ve been on for 8 days and I’m able to go without caffeine–something I’ve clutched through most of my teaching days and in general for the last 5 years. I don’t crave junk food (at least not physically, the mental temptations will always be there), and it keeps me full. Now, lots of people had me terrified to try it, but honestly, I blend it with 5 ice cubes, 8 oz of milk and 2 tbs of PB2 and it makes me look forward to finishing my 5am workouts so I can go make it. It’s been a great week.
Here’s how I’ve justified the price: I don’t go to McDonald’s or Starbucks every day, but I do spend a good deal on coffee I brew at home as well as wine. By cutting that out (which I thankfully can, now), that’s already more than half the cost. And by buying less junk food to pig out on the weekends, I’m honestly replacing a whole bunch of bad stuff with one awesome thing. I could care less who you buy it from, but I’d recommend anyone giving it a chance.
Liz, What’s PB2 ??
PB2 is a low calorie peanut butter. It comes in a powder form.
I love this site and all the comments. I started p90x and heard about this shakeology I’m glad there is someone out there to sift through the Mary Kay of health foods to help us find an affordable and comperable alternative……(you notice your sponsor always wants you to buy more not sell more)
I agree the price is not ideal – but the other cheaper ones have Sucralose – no greens – and no probiotics. I only get one body – I will pay the money for the healthier one. Thanks for the info!!! Oh and the chocolate – is OUTSTANDING!!!!
Hey Jennifer, I would definitely check out this article on artificial sweeteners before bashing them.
Antioxidants are awesome and yes, shakeology does great at putting them in.
I like this a lot. It’s nice to get an honest review from someone who DOESN’T sell it.
Most here seem to be missing the boat on the subject of nutrition here. I have not used Shakeology, but what I did do was to invest in a Vitamix blender last year and it has been the best investment in my health I have ever made! Yes they are expensive at $450 a pop, but it has a 10 yr warranty and has more than paid for itself many times over. My point is that I can buy all kinds of organic vegetables, nuts and fruits very inexpensively, stuff not even available in Shakeology and I can make an unlimited variety of my own shakes, soups etc. If you are always on the go then Shakeology might be a good substitute. But why not feed your body with fresh organic produce. BTW, are the ingredients certified organic and pesticide free in Shakeology? Better do your research!
I tried Shakeology – chocolate and greenberry. I vomited violently along with diarrhea every single time with the chocolate and I only bothered with greenberry once, which was also met with the same reaction. I wanted to like Shakeology because I had read about all the benefits and weight loss others were experiencing. I do have a sample of the new vegan version but I’m wary about trying it. I did try Myoplex without incident. I may pick up the IdealShape based on the review. Thank you for researching and providing some alternatives.
i don’t get the Greenberry hate, I thought Greenberry was great, the Chocolate is crap.
But I just can’t afford Shakeology, and I just ordered IdealShape, I’m confident it will do the job
Shakeology has a new flavor. It is strawberry tropical. It is kinda grainy at first but if you add milk or bananas it isnt so bad. It is entirely vegan and the protein is brown rice. I like this WAY better than the chocolate and green berry.
I just wanted to add that Shakeology is not just a weight loss drink. People claim it has helped with their migraines, their cholesterol, and their fibromyalgia to name a few. It’s an overall health drink. I love the tropical strawberry Shakeology!
Everyone should know that to lose weight your caloric expenditure must be greater than your caloric intake.. so in theory you would lose the same weight by exercising (moderate 3 or more times a week doing 35 to 45mins of cardio a day) and reducing your calories.
Taking a multi-vitamin for the micro-minerals, a boost shake (breakfast and lunch, about 5 bucks for 6 and usually 190 to 240 cals each), and exercising will do the trick. If you need help eating healthy go to myplate.gov for help. In other words, if you were scarfing down 2500 to 4000 cals a day and you reduced to half of that with exercise, you will see results
As a personal trainer, I would never steer a supplement(s) or products to my clients AND I know as a MLM distributor thats required in order to make ends fit. I prefer to educate them on healthy eating and sending them to a dietitian as certain issues are beyond my scope of practice.
So for my people on budgets, look at your local wal marts Meal replacements section like slim fast, boost etc and do the math!
Shakeology is pretty awesome. I use it all the time (even when I can’t work out). It helps keep me regular and gives me energy. Fantastic product. Pretty expensive though =/.
I was wondering if women who are breastfeeding can drink this shake without it affecting milk supply or nutrients for my baby?
My problem with Shakeology and the cost is that it isnt a true meal replacement shake. Meaning, you cant just substitute it for “lunch”. At only 140 calories, plus a little more if you mix it with milk, etc. its just a supplement. So you cant compare the $4 cost per shake to a “meal” that you’d buy. And if you do just use it as a meal replacement for breakfast or lunch,on a normal 3 meal a day plan, then you are doing “ultralow calorie” dieting which has a success rate of about 4% over the long haul. As a nutritionist with a PhD told me – “eat a balanced diet, exercise and burn more calories then you consume – you’ll loose weight”. Our society is too geared towards instant gratification. Your life isnt the Biggest Loser – thats not realistic, or healthy.
The whole marketing side of it turns me off too – this could be the best shake in the world, but with it being sold under a MLM scheme, makes me feel like i’m buying an overpriced vacuum.
Wow…I am surprised how many people think that it taste terrible…I love it. They give you several different receipes to make.
I add PB2, skim milk and sometimes coconut(just a little)….it has been a life savor for me.
After a long lax time of not working out I started doing P90x and now am on my second round…having one a day has pretty much taken care of my need to always have something sweet….it fills me up and I think it taste great.
I agree it can be expensive…but I do use it as a meal…because I am to full to eat after….and it is less then a Starbucks…..
I was very reluctant to try it…but I love it.
This review is super helpful. Thanx a bunch Mrs. R.
I’m looking for the product with the best ingredients and Thanx to your site I think I’ve found it.
I can’t say price isn’t an issue, who wouldn’t love to pay less for anything? At its most expensive Shakeology is still around the same price as my morning jamba juice with with way better ingredients so the price is fine with me. I’m a 21 yr old waitress living on my own (well with a roommate but whatever) so I’m am on a budget. But mama always said we find money for the things we really want lol
My husband and I just found this site after doing Shakeology for almost a year.
We have tried all 3 flavors, Chocolate, Green Berry and Strawberry. I can safely say that Chocolate is their best tasting flavor by far, I would then rank Green Berry then the Strawberry.
We would have our shakes for breakfast, if you let the shake sit for any substantial amount of time while driving to work the shake should start to turn into a sort of gel and taste so bad that you could not finish it. You must drink this shake fast, i can not stress that enough.
The shake powder with just milk or water is not something that I would recommend. For a year almost i have been having the same breakfast which is peanut butter, banana, and chocolate power mix. The mixture is thick however if you drink it fast it does have a good taste.
My husband and I are currently looking for a new shake to try because of cost. We will be sad to no longer drink our shakeology, however we are looking forward to trying something new, after a year of the same breakfast.
I started Shakeology in August last year. I have lost 30 pounds and have gone down 4 pant sizes. My energy has gone up and I just feel “healthy” all over.
The price is a little shocking….HOWEVER I can vouch that even with adding different things to the shakes for the many different recipes, my overall grocery bill each month has gone down…and that includes buying the shake mix each month.
I eat less and feel better. So as the price is hard to swallow, in the long run, if you track your costs, its cheaper.
For me the only bad thing about shakeology was the cost (I was warned ahead of time to stay away from “greenberry”). The chocolate one is really good mixed with coffee and a little vanilla extract–the coffee definitely cuts that vitamin taste.
What I did was search craigslist. Lots of people get shakeology delivered to them every month. If they go on vacation or just get slack they’ll end up with like 4 months supply, and it DOES go bad eventually so they unload on craigslist. Got 24 days for $50 which is much more reasonable! Didn’t find any good deals on amazon or ebay. YMMV.