Easy Protein Shake Recipes

Most of the gyms these days recommend protein shakes because of their numerous benefits. They can be used for weight loss, weight gain, muscle-building, etc. The main ingredient used in protein shake recipes is protein powder. This powder is normally made from whey protein which is made from a mixture of globular proteins, that is, isolated whey. Whey is actually the by-product in the process of making cheese. Protein powder can also be made from soy or egg. For people who train regularly, these shakes are essential. These shakes can either be made using water or milk, depending upon the reason why you want to consume the shake. Often, different fruits are added to the shake. If the shake is made by mixing fruits, protein powder and milk, it tastes like milkshake or a fruit smoothie.

Protein Shake Recipe for Weight Loss

Protein shake for weight loss should ideally be consumed in the morning because the body has fasted for 8 hours or more and that is the time it can absorb the maximum amount of nutrients from food. Having protein shake in the morning will help in faster assimilation of the proteins in to the body. It will also prevent binge eating. It can also be consumed after a workout session. It is necessary after workout so that the muscles, which have just been exposed to strenuous workout, get repaired. Now let's see a shake recipe for weight loss.

Recipe
The ingredients required to make this shake include 4 cubes of ice, 12 oz. water, 2 medium scoops of vanilla protein powder and ½ cup pineapple chunks. In a blender, blend the pineapple chunks till they are smooth. Then add the protein powder and blend well again. Now, add the ice cubes and water and blend it for the last time. Pour it into a tall glass and savor a delicious shake. You can also substitute pineapple with other fruits of your choice and protein powder in different flavors as well.

Protein Shake Recipe for Muscle Building

Proteins help to build muscle mass. The amount of protein powder to be consumed each day will depend upon the kind of diet you follow. It is better to talk to your dietitian to assess the appropriate quantity of protein powder that you can consume. Protein shakes for muscle-building can be consumed before or after physical training sessions. In some cases, it may be recommended to have the shake before as well as after the training sessions.

Recipe
The ingredients for this recipe are: ¼ cup of pumpkin purée, 1 cup either skimmed milk or soymilk, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon cloves, 1/8 teaspoon ginger, 2 tablespoons sweetener, ¼ cup vanilla yogurt and 1 cup ice cubes. First, blend pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves and ginger together. Then add the sweetener and protein powder and blend well again. Then, add yogurt to the mixture and blend well. At last, add ice cubes and milk, mix well together and serve. These are easy and effective recipes for those who are into muscle-building.

Protein Shake Recipe for Weight Gain

Protein shakes can also be consumed for weight gain. When making shakes for weight gain, you can add all the sweet, fleshy and pulpy fruits like banana, mango, etc., to the shake to add to the weight gain effect. Let's take a look at one of the easiest recipes for weight gain.

Recipe
To make the shake to gain weight, the ingredients we will use include 12 oz. skimmed milk, 4 cubes of ice, 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream, tablespoon natural peanut butter, 2 scoops chocolate protein powder and fruit chunks of your choice. In a blender, blend all the ingredients together till smooth and serve immediately.

These were some of the basic and easy recipes. Before you use any of these recipes, make it a point to talk to your healthcare professional about the same. Depending upon your health, the physician will be in a better position to recommend the changes.