{"id":10405,"date":"2024-08-21T10:07:38","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T03:07:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=10405"},"modified":"2024-08-21T10:07:38","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T03:07:38","slug":"how-protein-shakes-can-help-with-weight-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=10405","title":{"rendered":"How Protein Shakes Can Help With Weight Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div itemprop=\"articleBody\">\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to build muscle, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/benefits-of-protein-shakes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">benefits of protein shakes<\/a> are clear: They\u2019re a convenient and dense source of protein and can help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/how-to-metabolic-recovery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recover<\/a> faster between workouts. But what if you\u2019re working to shed some pounds? Are protein shakes good for weight loss?<\/p>\n<p>Tasty, portable, and quick to make, protein shakes provide a number of benefits that can help you lose weight, like helping you keep full while still staying on track with your goals \u2014 and research backs this up.<\/p>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25926512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">study<\/a> in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition noted that over a 20-year period, diets higher in protein have consistently proven successful in helping with weight management. Regular intake of protein (as part of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/balanced-meal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">balanced diet<\/a> that also includes adequate amounts of carbs and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/are-you-eating-enough-healthy-fats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beneficial fats<\/a>) can help with metabolism, appetite, and calorie control, the researchers concluded.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Protein Shakes Are Good for Weight Loss<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-175378\" src=\"https:\/\/bod-blog-assets.prod.cd.beachbodyondemand.com\/bod-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/19114031\/are-protein-shakes-good-for-weight-loss-600-reasons.jpg\" alt=\"woman scooping protein shake | Are Protein Shakes Good for Weight Loss\" width=\"599\" height=\"399\"\/><\/p>\n<h3>1. They can help you feel full<\/h3>\n<p>Protein helps provide satiety, says dietitian Natalie Allen, RD, MS, a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/search.missouristate.edu\/people\/natalieallen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professor of health sciences at Missouri State University<\/a>. That means it can help you feel full for longer, and when that happens, you should be able to control the amount you eat more easily.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s different than a drink like a fruit-only smoothie, which might fill you up for a brief amount of time, but then leave you hungry not long afterward. That\u2019s because while it will contain some fiber, it\u2019ll mostly consist of quick-burning carbs.<\/p>\n<h3>2. They\u2019re typically low-calorie<\/h3>\n<p>Although it\u2019s possible to make a\u00a0protein\u00a0smoothie into a high-calorie drink, many protein shakes are low in calories, Allen notes. That makes it easier to stick to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/how-many-calories-do-you-need-to-eat-to-lose-weight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">calorie goals<\/a> for the day but not feel deprived.<\/p>\n<h3>3. They help you maintain and build muscle mass<\/h3>\n<p>When you exercise and strength train, you create <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/why-do-muscles-get-sore-after-exercise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">microscopic damage<\/a> in your muscles, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/amino-acids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">amino acids<\/a> in protein help repair that micro damage, which, over time, can make your muscles stronger. Protein shakes are an easy way to help with this process, Allen says.*<\/p>\n<h2>What Type of Protein Is Best?<\/h2>\n<p>\u201cFood is always your best bet for protein, as the nutrients and fiber in foods are key,\u201d says Allen.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/lean-protein-foods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lean, complete protein foods<\/a>\u00a0include options like chicken breast, white fish, pork loin, plain Greek yogurt, and tuna.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019re not an animal-based eater, there are plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/10-great-vegetarian-sources-protein\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vegan protein sources<\/a> high in essential amino acids such as tofu, tempeh, buckwheat, edamame, hemp seeds, beans, and nuts.<\/p>\n<p>But it can also be challenging to get all the protein you need from foods, especially when you\u2019re busy. Thus, boosting your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/how-much-protein-do-i-need\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">daily protein intake<\/a> with a protein shake is an effective way to help ensure you\u2019re getting enough, according to Allen.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a high-quality protein powder with no artificial sweeteners, colors, or flavors, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teambeachbody.com\/shop\/us\/d\/recover-BBPRecoverAllFlavors?locale=en_US&amp;ICID=BLOG_RECOVER&amp;refsource=Blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beachbody Performance Recover<\/a> comes in whey and plant-based formulations, providing 20 grams of muscle-building protein, as well as pomegranate extract to help reduce post-workout muscle soreness.*<\/p>\n<p>Prefer an all-around nutrition shake that\u2019s still big on protein? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teambeachbody.com\/shop\/us\/b\/shakeology?ICID=BLOG_SHK_PKS&amp;refsource=Blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shakeology<\/a> includes 16 to 17 grams of protein, plus fiber, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/prebiotic-vs-probiotic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">probiotics<\/a>, superfoods, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/what-are-adaptogens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">adaptogens<\/a> to help improve digestion, provide healthy energy, and aid in weight loss. It also comes in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teambeachbody.com\/shop\/us\/d\/SHKZeroAddSugarSingleFlavors?ICID=BLOG_0_SUGAR_SHK&amp;refsource=Blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">no-sugar-added formulation<\/a> if you\u2019re trying to cut back on the sweet stuff.*<\/p>\n<p>Otherwise, you have many other protein powder options, such as casein, soy, hemp, rice, and pea protein.<\/p>\n<h2>How Much Protein Do You Need?<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-164261\" src=\"https:\/\/bod-blog-assets.prod.cd.beachbodyondemand.com\/bod-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/21092308\/protein-shakes-for-weight-loss-600-food.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of high protein food sources | Protein Shakes for Weight Loss\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachbodyondemand.com\/blog\/how-much-protein-do-i-need\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">protein needs<\/a> depend on your goals. If you\u2019re active and would like to customize your protein intake to meet your specific needs, aim for 0.5 to 0.9 grams of protein per pound of body weight.<\/p>\n<p>If your workouts are particularly intense and frequent, this number can go up to 1.5 grams of protein per pound of body weight. The more you exercise, the more protein you need to maintain and build muscle.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGenerally, women need 60 to 70 grams of protein per day, and men need 70 to 80 grams per day, but this amount is\u00a0dependent on activity and weight,\u201d says Allen. \u201cAlso, it\u2019s ideal to spread out protein throughout the day. For example, if your protein needs are 60 grams a day, then aim for 20 grams at each meal.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Protein shakes can help you meet these numbers and allow you to space out your protein so it\u2019s more effective and filling.<\/p>\n<p><em>*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking to build muscle, the benefits of protein shakes are clear: They\u2019re a convenient and dense source of protein and can help you recover faster between workouts. But what if you\u2019re working to shed some pounds? Are protein shakes good for weight loss? 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