Homemade Protein Shakes

So, you're looking to boost your protein intake. Maybe you are building muscle, or getting additional activity. Perhaps you are looking to manage your weight, and want to increase your protein intake to fend off carb attacks. Regardless, protein shakes are very popular, if expensive. A lot of people purchase protein powder from drugstores or fitness outlets to mix up a morning meal or post workout replenishment.There's also the diet companies selling weight loss solutions on a cup.  If you've noticed the price, it can put a serious dent in your wallet. In addition to the expense, there's also a slew of additives that you may not want in your drink. If you are not lactose intolerant, you may want to try this version, which uses skim milk powder to boost the protein content. Milk contains two key protein sources that are the base of most commercial protein powders: whey and casein. By boosting your shake with skim milk powder, not only do you amp up your protein, but you'll boost your calcium intake to boot!

What You Need:

Ingredients:  (Makes 1 serving)
150 grams Vanilla Greek Yogurt
1 cup  Unsweetened almond milk or skim milk (milk will add more sugar, but will boost the protein)
25 grams   Skimmed Milk Powder
150 grams Frozen Mixed Fruit

Throw that into a blender until smooth...Also smooth is the Nutrition Info:

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 serving (566.3 g)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 285 Calories from Fat 25

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 2.8g 4%

Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%

Trans Fat 0.0g

Cholesterol 4mg 1%

Sodium 235mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 42.0g 14%

Dietary Fiber 4.2g 17%

Sugars 20.0g

Protein 23.0g

Vitamin A 20% • Vitamin C 130% Calcium 90% • Iron 6%

* Based on a 2000 calorie diet

Now how's that for a healthy shake? You can change it up by adding different types of fruit, using chocolate milk, or even coconut milk. Enjoy!

Yum!