Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast?

Psyche · 02-05-2009, 07:43 PM

Side note: Is carnation owned by Nestle?

I know green smoothies would be healthier but I really want something that is super quick. And if its lower carb/lower fat/cal that would be great. I'm not really doing it primarily as weight loss, but kinda sorta (if that makes sense). Meaning I'm not going to follow the slim fast plan of two shakes a day plus a sensible dinner.

TuneMyHeart · 02-05-2009, 07:47 PM

http://www.vitacost.com/Amazing-Gras...-Infusion-8-oz

canadiyank · 02-05-2009, 09:34 PM

Yes, Carnation is a Nestle product. I haven't found a good alternative except to make my own from-scratch smoothies.

righteous mama · 02-05-2009, 10:05 PM

http://www.shaklee.net/ecofriendlyho...uct/MealShakes

They are pricier than the grocery store...but, they are SO GOOD. My kids drink them and I drink them. My youngest, Miss. Picky Picky, begs for them.

SansSouci · 02-07-2009, 03:01 PM

Are you looking for something that's already made, in a can, ready-to-drink? Or are you looking for a powder that you can mix into milk/juice/water and have a quick drink? Or are you looking for something to make a quick smoothie/shake out of??

Just curious - seeing if I can think of something for you, but wondering what exactly you're looking for.

Psyche · 02-07-2009, 03:21 PM

Either pre made or something to just add to milk and shake up.

illinoismommy · 02-07-2009, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by righteous mama

http://www.shaklee.net/ecofriendlyho...uct/MealShakes

They are pricier than the grocery store...but, they are SO GOOD. My kids drink them and I drink them. My youngest, Miss. Picky Picky, begs for them.

I looked but couldn't find the grams of sugar per serving? Since I am currently obsessing about sugar...

deena · 02-07-2009, 03:59 PM

Ensure!

ShiriChayim · 02-07-2009, 04:20 PM

Oh rats, I thought the carnation instant breakfast was good for you...what's in it?

ArmsOfLove · 02-09-2009, 11:32 AM

I enjoy Spirutein--and most of their products are now gluten free

SansSouci · 02-09-2009, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Psyche

Either pre made or something to just add to milk and shake up.

Hmm... Well, Juice Plus+ does make a powdered smoothie mix (called Complete) that you can just mix with some liquid and drink it. Chocolate and Vanilla are the two flavors (I like the Vanille mixed with o.j. - tastes like a creamsicle). So, that might work for you. (If you want, you can see my siggy for a link.) I do prefer it blended up with a banana or something, but I guess it depends on what your other options are (if you need to get it made quickly, or if you have some time to put something in it). But the JP+ Complete is a fantastic blend of whole-foods, and makes a great substitute for a meal or a snack, and has very good, quality ingredients.

Anyways... I don't want to get on a soap-box, but I do think that it's a really good option to consider.

02-09-2009, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElliesMom

http://www.vitacost.com/Amazing-Gras...-Infusion-8-oz

That sounds yummy!!!!

righteous mama · 02-09-2009, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by illinoismommy

Quote:

Originally Posted by righteous mama

http://www.shaklee.net/ecofriendlyho...uct/MealShakes

They are pricier than the grocery store...but, they are SO GOOD. My kids drink them and I drink them. My youngest, Miss. Picky Picky, begs for them.

I looked but couldn't find the grams of sugar per serving? Since I am currently obsessing about sugar...

The sugar grams are 18g. They also have protein powders that are less sugar grams, but the taste isn't as absolutely delicious.

02-05-2009, 07:43 PM	#1
Psyche Rose Garden Srsly? Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DFW Posts: 24,442	Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast? Side note: Is carnation owned by Nestle? I know green smoothies would be healthier but I really want something that is super quick. And if its lower carb/lower fat/cal that would be great. I'm not really doing it primarily as weight loss, but kinda sorta (if that makes sense). Meaning I'm not going to follow the slim fast plan of two shakes a day plus a sensible dinner. __________________ Heather (ISTJ) working full time, wife to Jason since '02, mom to C 12 years old, J 9 years old , and T 6 years old , mouse catching, Izzy, and rabbit chasing, Ellie.

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TuneMyHeart Rose Garden Here's my heart, Lord, take and seal it. Seal it for Thy courts above. Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 22,331	Re: Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast? http://www.vitacost.com/Amazing-Gras...-Infusion-8-oz

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righteous mama Rose Garden Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 17,568	Re: Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast? http://www.shaklee.net/ecofriendlyho...uct/MealShakes They are pricier than the grocery store...but, they are SO GOOD. My kids drink them and I drink them. My youngest, Miss. Picky Picky, begs for them. __________________ Marcella Wife, Mom, Counselor Married and standing firmly with my love since 1994, mama to farmer girl (21) princess lionheart (16), and dandelion queen (11) ~infp~ Nourish Ministries Our God is Healer, Awesome in Power!

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SansSouci Rose Garden Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 10,084	Re: Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast? Are you looking for something that's already made, in a can, ready-to-drink? Or are you looking for a powder that you can mix into milk/juice/water and have a quick drink? Or are you looking for something to make a quick smoothie/shake out of?? Just curious - seeing if I can think of something for you, but wondering what exactly you're looking for. __________________ Elizabeth DYT 4, HSP, ISTJ married 18 years to ISTJ DD 14y/o ESFJ DS 12 y/o GF/CF/etc. & Recovering from Autism I Juice Plus+ and sharing it with others. Fruits & veggies in a capsule or soft-chew!

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Psyche Rose Garden Srsly? Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: DFW Posts: 24,442	Re: Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast? Either pre made or something to just add to milk and shake up. __________________ Heather (ISTJ) working full time, wife to Jason since '02, mom to C 12 years old, J 9 years old , and T 6 years old , mouse catching, Izzy, and rabbit chasing, Ellie.

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ShiriChayim Rose Garden Rock on!!! Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 18,102	Re: Healthier alternative to slim fast/carnation instant breakfast? Oh rats, I thought the carnation instant breakfast was good for you...what's in it? __________________ ~Heather~ ENFP married to my ENJF hubby gently mothering: ds15yo- the performer, ds14yo- the gamer, ds 12yo- the adventurer, and dd 10yo-the dynamo Missing my little Malachi David and Hannah Danielle, in Jesus' arms Check out my blog "Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You." Dr Seuss

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