COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS OF SHAKEOLOGY

So I get a lot of questions as to why I drink Shakeology. They say that I don't have to lose weight, or I can't do that because I need to eat real food. Or It's too expensive and I can't afford that.... blah blah blah! What they really don't know is that they haven't even done their own research!

This information is based off of a fellow coach named Seay Stanford and I had the pleasure of listening to her presentation on Shakeology at the Coach Summit 2014 in Las Vegas and this girl knows her stuff! She used to be a pharmaceutical rep so she's used to knowing and being the expertise on her products.

So this blog is going to go over the 5 common misconceptions people have about Shakeology.

MYTH #1
SHAKEOLOGY IS A PROTEIN SHAKE.
Well yes, it's a shake that has some protein in it, but it's not just a protein shake. When you look at any other protein shake, that's just what you get. Whey protein is just a shake with extra protein in it. Shakeology is a very nutrient dense shake that can be used to replace any meal providing you with your daily dose of fruits and veggies. It's a MEAL REPLACEMENT! Not only that, it comes with 70+ superfood ingredients that you'll get in one serving... all for about 170 calories! There's no way that you can substitute this type of nutrition while cutting calories. A glass of Shakeology is equivalent to 6 salads! Ok so I do love a good salad, but I couldn't imagine eating like 5-6 salads in one sitting to get my nutrients.. and also keeping it at a reasonable calorie count. Most of the time when people are trying to lose weight or get healthy, they are cutting their calories so much that they are becoming deficient in their nutrients as well. This doesn't make the weight loss process any smoother than they are making it.

MYTH #2 
Shakeology is about comparing carbs, proteins, and fats to other shakes.
Nice rule of thumb when looking at any nutritional facts for anything. QUALITY vs QUANTITY! Yes when you compare Shakeology to other shakes, oh this shake might have less carbs. Do you ever ask yourself why? What are they hiding and what are they adding instead? Browse through the ingredients and if it claims it's got "0" sugar... they are most likely using an artificial sweetener such as sucralose. (that is a big one to look for). Artificial sweeteners are a big no no and have been researched and is showing that it causes cancer. So why put something that would cause you harm because it gives you less carbs? Also, when looking at carbs, real fruit even contains sugars! So if another protein powder claims real fruit but says "0" grams of sugar.... hmmmm... what have they added instead. Probably something artificial! Shakeology is also low on the glycemic index so that it helps to stabilize blood sugar levels in the body and therefore helps to maintain weight! Shakeology has NO artificial sweeteners, NO artificial colors, NO soy, NO artificial stimulants and NO artificial flavors. 

MYTH #3
Shakeology is a bunch of extracts, with no whole-food ingredients.
NOT TRUE! Shakeology has a team of experts that actually go around the world importing these super foods from the countries of origin. Whenever it's possible and sustainable for the formula, the super foods in Shakeology are preserved in their whole-food state to retain maximum nutrient value. It's very difficult to use whole, plant-based ingredients while also making sure the formula retains as much nutritional value as possible. Shakeology has a whole team of scientists that actually go around the world finding these super foods and making sure that the quality is there! You've probably seen all the powders in the health markets that you can add Acai this to your drink and Goji Berry powder to your drink. But what about trying to fit in all those super fruits and juicing them to get what Shakeology has?! Probably IMPOSSIBLE!

MYTH #4
Shakeology is EXPENSIVE
First off, evaluate what you are eating on a daily basis. Let's say breakfast. If you don't eat breakfast, let's say lunch. How much do you spend? On average, a person probably spends around $4-$8. An average meal at mcdonald's complete with a drink is around $6-$7 right? What kind of nutrition are you getting from that meal? Right. How about a healthy meal? Probably even more expensive. The point is, the quality of nutrition that you are getting from Shakeology really can't be beat. And if you are already a person that says, Oh I don't even eat breakfast, even more reason for you to drink Shakeology! Did you know research shows that people who skip breakfast tend to eat more throughout the day and tends to gain more weight than people who ate breakfast? Shakeology is $4.33 per shake AND you get all your nutrients (fruits and veggies and MORE) all in that one glass! It's on the low end of average money wise! So definitely affordable!


MYTH #5
Shakeology is for weight loss
Ok, so I think society just has it in their heads that anything in shake form is for weight loss. Looking at just the facts, when you have a deficit of calories in your diet you will lose weight. End of story. But the fat that most people are looking to lose won't just melt away. And actually when people end up becoming deficient in their nutrients, their weight loss progress stops. Shakeology is about HEALTH. It's giving you the nutrients that your body needs to help this process in order to heal, repair and sustain all the damage that your body is enduring through all this exercise! By giving your body the proper nutrients, you are not only going to feel more energy, have LESS cravings and just feel better overall so that you can be more active. With Shakeology, weight loss is a byproduct of dense nutrition. Think back to the last time you tried dieting. How did you feel? I know the last time I tried dieting and cutting carbs, I was grouchy, tired and I just craved junk food even more! Yup, I was deficient in my nutrients. Now usually what I do suggest for people not trying to lose weight, obviously you can use this as a base. Think of it as taking your vitamins and supplements by shake form (delicious might I add!). You can add more to it to add more calories like bananas, peanut butter or greek yogurt.. or even an extra scoop of all natural whey protein!

In conclusion.... there is nothing like Shakeology on the market! Just remember when choosing something, learn to read the ingredients. If that powder has soy, artificial flavors or artificial sweeteners I would stay clear. Shakeology is really the healthiest meal of the day. It's a solution for complete nutrition! Everybody can benefit from better nutrition and NOW Shakeology is clinically proven! 

Watch this video and see what Shakeology can do for you!