Maybe a couple times I week I am running late in the mornings and don't have time for a normal breakfast. Also there are those times that I have to have a working lunch. I have used Slim Fast, but I was wondering if anyone had any other suggestions for meal replacement shakes or bars. Something fairly low cost, healthy, and tasty?

Thanks!

Here's a homemade I found on the net. I'm going to have to try this one myself!

Peanut Brittle Protein Shake - (serves 1)

This is a delicious favorite I discovered quite by accident as I sat staring at my "boring" vanilla protein powder and wanting something sweet. This mimics peanut brittle only in taste. It won't send your blood sugar soaring and it's a fun way to get in some healthy unsaturated fat.

Ingredients:

2 scoops vanilla protein
1 tbsp sugar-free instant butterscotch pudding mix, dry
1 tbsp natural peanut butter, chunky
8 oz. cold water or lowfat milk.
3-6 ice cubes

Directions:

Add all ingredients to blender, blend, and serve. I like to add the peanut butter in last so it stays a little chunky, just like the peanut brittle it is replacing.

Nutritional Information for added ingredients (excludes milk & protein powder):

Per Serving:
Calories - 108
Carbs - 6 g
Protein - 4g
Fat - 8 g
Fiber - 1g

Here's another one that sounds yummy.

Oatmeal Meal Replacement Shake- (serves 1)

This is a homemade meal replacement that contains all the nutrition of a hearty bowl of oatmeal. It's got complex carbs, protein, and a little good fat to extend its contribution to your energy stores. If you expect the rest of the day to be hectic, why not double it up and take half of the shake to work to ensure you don't skip a meal just because you'll be stuck in a meeting.

Ingredients:

½ cup dry measure oatmeal, cooked in water and cooled
2 scoops vanilla protein
3 dashes cinnamon
1/8 c sugar free maple syrup or equivalent amount brown sugar replacement
1 tbsp chopped almonds (or flaxseed oil or natural peanut butter)
12 oz. water or low-fat milk

Directions:

Add all ingredients to blender, blend, and pour into cup. If your short on time, just use dry oatmeal or oat flour.

Nutritional Information for added ingredients (excludes milk & protein powder):

Per Serving:
Calories - 215
Carbs - 33g
Protein - 7g
Fat - 7g
Fiber - 5g

i get the south beach diet meal replacement bars. they cost a little more than i would like but they are really good.