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Shakeology – The Healthiest Meal of the Day

Prior to drinking Shakeology I was very skeptical about it and other meal replacement drinks.  I felt that I didn’t need to drink something; I’d rather eat food and I also wasn’t excited about the price.  Now that I have taken the leap and belly up to the kitchen counter daily with my blender, I’m glad that I took the plunge to making Shakeology a part of my daily menu.  Best of all, I can still eat lots of good food too!

Simply put, Shakeology is “nature in a bag”.  It comes in powder form which can be mixed with water (and other ingredients) so you can have a fast and filling meal packed with 70+ ultra high quality ingredients.  It contains 140 calories, 1 gram of fat, and a glycemic index of 24; meaning it will not spike your blood sugar.  It also contains antioxidants, phytonutrients, and prebiotics.  Best of all, it’s gluten and caffeine free and contains no artificial sweeteners.

Shakeology can be used for many different reasons.  Some people use it to help with weight loss while others use it to help lower cholesterol.  I like to use it as a quick meal replacement for a breakfast on the go.  It’s perfect for drinking on my way to work (you can also drink it to replace lunch or as a snack).  It also helps you feel more energized and promotes healthy digestion and regularity.  Shakeology helps the body eliminate toxins efficiently which in turn allows for better nutrient absorption.  If you replace one meal a day with Shakeology and eat a sensible diet the rest of the day, you should see weight loss.

There are endless recipes to create a different, delicious shake everyday or you can create your own concoction.  So forget about being bored drinking the same old thing.  I have tried both flavors and I prefer the Chocolate but I will drink the Greenberry from time to time.  It is also included in the Weight Watchers program as 3 points.

Another way to use Shakeology is the 3 day cleanse.  Unlike other cleanses, you don’t have to starve.  It also isn’t meant to give you radical weight loss, but it allows your body to flush out the toxins through elimination of sodium, gluten, and processed foods.  Average weight loss of 2 to 7 pounds is an added bonus of the cleanse. 

Now let me tell you how and where to get some.  You know you want some!  You can purchase Shakeology in two flavors, Chocolate or Greenberry.  Both flavors are available in a 30 serving size bag which includes a scoop, or a box of individual 24 packets, through Team Beachbody Coach like me.  Both cost the same price.  The individual packets are a great for taking them on the go or for sharing your passion with others.  The good news is that both options cost the same price, $120…YIKES!  I know that’s what I first thought.  It is possible to receive discounts.  Club members receive a 10% discount on all purchases and Coaches save 25% on all purchases.  To find out more about Club membership or becoming a Coach go to www.coachcandy.com.

Before you start thinking that it costs too much, break the price down to per serving, $4.  Aren’t you and your body worth the $4 daily investment?  Shakeology is a high quality, nutrient dense meal.  What do you get from your daily trip to the coffee shop or from that warehouse store meal replacement drink?  Nothing in comparison to Shakeology.  In fact, Beachbody, the company that developed Shakeology, believes in the product so much they offer a 30 day, “Bottom of the Bag” guarantee.  You can use some or the entire product within 30 days and return it for a full refund, less shipping.  So, what do you have to lose?  You may even get to keep some free gifts even if you return it.

There are two shipping options:  order as you go (month to month) or Autoship (Home Direct).  When you order using Autoship (Home Direct), Beachbody will ship the product to you every 30 days with free shipping and it can be cancelled at any time.  During the first two months you will receive two free gifts:  2 workout DVD’s and in the second month a shaker cup!  If you decide to return the product, you get to keep your free gifts.  Wow!

You’re worth it and so is your body.  Try it and if you don’t like it can claim your “Bottom of the Bag” guarantee!  You can find more information, including nutritional information, recipes, and testimonials here www.myshakeology.com/feincandy .