[speterson]

I want to use them instead of the IP shake.

[scorbett1103]

Originally Posted by speterson

I want to use them instead of the IP shake.

Is this the product you mean?
http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2174905

If so, this is not a good substitute for IP shakes. It is much too high in carbs and much too low protein to compare to IP. There are many other products that ARE equivalent. A few examples are EAS Carb AdvantEDGE, Pure Protein, Syntrax Nectar, and Muscle Milk Light. Here's what you want to look for on the label:

Around 100 calories per serving
less than 30% total calories from fat
8g or less carbs
at least 12-15g protein

[Jazzie]

what is the minimum amount of protein you should have a day?

[scorbett1103]

Originally Posted by Jazzie

what is the minimum amount of protein you should have a day?

On IP, you should be somewhere in the 90-110g protein per day. The meal replacement products clock in at around 15-18g each (3 per day), and your dinner protein should be 40-55g protein.

[trucolours88]

The RTD shakes from GNC are okay I think..a little high in calories though..

http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp...959301.3107334

[scorbett1103]

Originally Posted by trucolours88

The RTD shakes from GNC are okay I think..a little high in calories though..

http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp...959301.3107334

I think you're right - I remember USMCVET saying he used the ready-to-drink ones and those weren't as high in carbs as the powder.

Bottom line, always check the label and compare the nutritional content!

[speterson]

Originally Posted by scorbett1103

Is this the product you mean?
http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2174905

If so, this is not a good substitute for IP shakes. It is much too high in carbs and much too low protein to compare to IP. There are many other products that ARE equivalent. A few examples are EAS Carb AdvantEDGE, Pure Protein, Syntrax Nectar, and Muscle Milk Light. Here's what you want to look for on the label:

Around 100 calories per serving
less than 30% total calories from fat
8g or less carbs
at least 12-15g protein

This is the Lean shake RTD




Serving Size 1 bottle
Servings Per Container 4



Amount Per Serving % DV




Calories 170.00

Calories from Fat 50.00

Total Fat 6.00 g 9%

Saturated Fat 1.50 g 7%

Trans Fat 0.00 g

Cholesterol 20.00 mg 7%

Total Carbohydrate 6.00 g 2%

Sugars 2.00 g

Protein 25.00 g 0%

Dietary Fiber 3.00 g 12%

Sodium 390.00 mg 16%

Potassium 475.00 mg

[speterson]

Originally Posted by trucolours88

The RTD shakes from GNC are okay I think..a little high in calories though..

http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp...959301.3107334

I drink the Mango Drink from IP and it has 150 cal and total fat 4.5 and carb 9g and 20g of protein....really close to RTD lean shake

[speterson]

Thanks for all your help....This is a great site.

[Tuca125]

Originally Posted by trucolours88

The RTD shakes from GNC are okay I think..a little high in calories though..

http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp...959301.3107334

Sorry for bringing this old thread, I just want to make sure this shake ar ok.

I am planing on using just shakes for now , They are 14 oz so I may drink 10 oz in order to mach whit the IP .

Thanks for all the help.