Calroie Shakes - Eating Disorder Recovery Message Board

xfiles · 03-13-2002, 05:41 PM

Hey guys,
I was wondering if there was any shake or something of the sort that gives the nutrients and calories to be healthy? Is it safe to live off those? Because in my mind thats the equivalent of putting gas in your car, its necessary and its something where I can measure exactly what I need to stay the same weight and remain healthy. Any responses are appreciated

jon

fiona · 03-13-2002, 08:34 PM

Hi! there are a lot of nutritional shakes, like Ensure on the market. They're great as supplements, but I wouldn't recommend them by themselves. Liquid diets will leave you tired and will make your muscles waste away. You are what you eat, in a way . . . Do you want your body to be made out of liquid, or whole grains, fruits and veggies, etc? The shakes are a good way to start getting your goal amount of calories in, but not a good idea for long-term use.

Fiona

xfiles · 03-13-2002, 09:35 PM

Oh okie, thanks for the info. Yeah, i guess you can't get all you need from a supplement.

eminemworshipper · 03-14-2002, 08:50 AM

Err...yeh...there's Slim Fast. That is v.popluar. It is something like 348kcals per 100ml...but it can't supply ever nutrient that your body needs so don't try it just by itself.X

Princessa · 03-16-2002, 02:43 AM

Really? I use it and maybe here in Germany it's different, but mine has 213 kcal (mixed with skimmed milk) in one shake. It contains 250 ml and has about 30% oft the RDA of any vitamins and minerals.