Could use some help. And Im not talking about blending a ribeye with water.

No help here as I never take them but from what I’ve read from others you really need to pay attention to the ingredients. 

yes, Im gonna make my own mostly raw eggs, whole milk or cream and probably some blueberries.  Started lifting today. I've been drinking milk now and my legs feel better when running. Ill do this for a few days then eliminate the dairy and see if I can shed a few more pounds.

28 minutes ago, ketomonster said:

whole milk

Would heavy whipping cream be better or half and half? Just thinking of the higher fat content and less lactose. 

I use a protein powder when I do use the protein drinks. 

Ingredients are key as some are loaded with carbs and sugars. 

I don't really count calories but if protein is XX amount per gram and you get 30 grams per serving the total calories on the ingredients should be really close to that number for protein.

I use Bulk Supplement non-flavored protein powder. It is 30 grams per serving which works out to about 120 calories, but the total is 130 per serving. 10 extra calories from fillers and I am sure the stuff that makes it not taste like crap. Some of the powders will be 120 calories from protein but be 150-175 total. That is where they can sneak the carbs and sugars in on us. And since most of us believe carbs and sugars are an addiction, having them slipped in on us is not a good thing.

I have never made one from scratch, but it actually sounds good. I'm deep into this fast, and although I am not hungry, a homemade shake sounds good and is probably a good way to break the fast. 

Between Google and Youtube I am sure there are some solid ideas. Thanks for prompting my brain.

Scott

I bought some decent powder but It has way to much sweetener for my taste, so I don't full dose it.  I won't be buying any more powders.  Im going with eggs and milk and just enough fruit to add some sweetness. Unless someone has a better option.  Im not a cream hater, just don't have it in the house. 

Most of them do.

I use the plain. I am sure the flavored ones will taste like straight sugar.

I don't use them often just when I feel like I am going to fall way short of my protein target. 

I hadn't thought about making my own and going that route sounds more appealing.

Thanks for sharing.

Scott