Nutrient Packed Natural Protein Shake

After a good workout, you need a snack that’s going to fuel your muscle growth. Many people are hip to whey protein, and that’s an excellent choice for some. However, some people might not be into all those extra ingredients, or maybe they don’t want to spend the money on it. Me personally, I haven’t found a whey protein that I actually like the taste of. So I began looking for a natural alternative (not saying whey is not natural because there are many good organic, grass fed products out there). For sometime, we have known that chocolate milk is a great post workout drink because of its combination of proteins and carbs. Greek yogurt is also an excellent source of low fat protein. Peanut-butter as well is high in protein an natural fats. Let’s combine the them for a nutrient dense powerhouse.

Grab your Magic Bullet here.

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Got a mixer? Great! Take your Bullet or Vitamix blending cup and fill half way with chocolate milk and Greek yogurt. Add a tablespoon or two of peanut-butter, and fill the rest of the cup with frozen berries. The berries although high in sugar, will give you some vitamins for extra brain power. Furthermore, whenever I see sugars or fats coming from a natural source I tend to look the other way; they may actually be good for you. From here, you have endless options to spice up your shake with things like cinnamon, ginger, chia or flax seeds, nutmeg, and yes if you want to go all out add a scoop of whey. Even top it off with a handful of spinach without sacrificing any taste. Experiment until you find the combination that’s right for you, and enjoy!

Stay fit, stay happy, stay healthy!