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Ready-to-drink protein shake
ProteinWell supported
Protein in a bottle for days without a kitchen: the gym bag, the commute, the long shift.
Guidance, not medical advice. Talk to a doctor before starting a supplement if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, are under 18 or have a health condition. Lit Apparel does not sell any of these.
What it does
Ready-to-drink shakes are protein already mixed in a bottle or carton: usually milk protein, sometimes plant protein, with flavour and sometimes sugar.
They cost more than powder for the same protein. What they buy is no mixing, no shaker and no washing up, which matters on days without a kitchen.
How it is used
- In place of a protein snack when there is no time to cook or mix.
- Keep one in the gym bag or at work for long days.
- Count it towards your daily protein total.
Who it suits
- Commuters and shift workers
- People who train straight from work
- Anyone who will not carry a shaker
Be careful
- Check the label: some bottles have less protein and more sugar than the front suggests.
- Some are high in calories; fine for bulking, less helpful when cutting.
Food first
A glass of milk, a pot of Greek yoghurt or a skyr drink do a similar job.
Questions
Are they as good as powder?
The protein is the same. You are paying for convenience.
Do they need to be kept cold?
Sealed shakes are usually shelf stable; once open, keep them in the fridge and finish them soon.
Read alongside
Whey proteinProteinWell supportedA quick, convenient way to reach your daily protein when meals fall short. Food does the same job; whey is just easier.
Casein proteinProteinWell supportedThe slower-digesting milk protein. It counts towards daily protein like any other, and suits a snack before bed.
Plant proteinProteinWell supportedPea, rice and soy proteins for anyone who avoids dairy. Blends of two or more sources give a fuller mix of amino acids.
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