Labrada Lean Body Instant Breakfast Shake
The Instant Breakfast Shakes are made by Labrada Nutrition: a company well-known to the bodybuilding world. The company was founded by Lee Labrada, who holds 22 professional bodybuilding titles, including the IFBB “Mr. Universe.” The shakes are part of the “Lean Body” line of meal replacements and functional food products aimed at the fitness market. They come in three flavors: Bananas & Cream, Blueberries & Cream and Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal.
Manufacturer’s Description: Lean Body Instant Breakfast Shakes is the quick, convenient whole-food breakfast solution for hard-training athletes who have little time to prepare a nutritious meal. Each serving contains more concentrated, muscle-building nutrition than 10 scrambled egg whites, a bowl of oatmeal and a handful of vitamins. It’s a rich, delicious shake fortified with whole-food goodness.
Product Label:
| Serving Size: 1 Packet (92g) Calories 360 Calories From Fat 60 Total Fat 7g Saturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 55mg Sodium 130mg Potassium 880mg Total Carbohydrate 35g Dietary Fiber 7g Sugars 7g |
Protein 40g Vitamin A 60% Calcium 30% Vitamin E 60% Thiamin 60% Niacin 60% Folate 60% Biotin 60% Phosphorus 30% Magnesium 60% Selenium 50% Manganese 130% |
Molybdenum 110% Vitamin C 60% Iron 60% Vitamin K 45% Riboflavin 80% Vitamin B6 60% Vitamin B12 60% Pantothenic Acid 60% Iodine 60% Zinc 60% Copper 60% Chromium 50% |
| Ingredients: LeanPro® (Whey Protein Concentrate, Calcium Caseinate, Milk Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Isolate), Whole Carb™ (Brown Rice Flour, Hydrolyzed Oat Flour, Rice Bran), Natural And Artificial Flavor, Banana Powder, High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Calcium Caseinate, Fibersol-2, FOS (Fructooligosaccharides), Vitamin And Mineral Blend (Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Ascorbic Acid, Ferrous Fumarate, Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Chromium Polynicotinate, Folic Acid, Sodium Molybdate, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite, Phytonadione, Vitamin B12), Bananas, Rice Bran, Cellulose Gum, Soy Lecithin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Cream, Guar Gum, Mono- And Diglycerides, Xanthan Gum, Acesulfame K, Spice, Potassium Phosphate, Sucralose, Salt, Beta Carotene Added For Color, Tocopherols Added To Protect Flavor, Ascorbyl Palmitate Added To Protect Flavor. | ||
Comments: My take on the Instant Breakfast Shakes is similar to Paul’s comments on the other Labrada MRPs:
…these shakes represent the higher end (quality wise), of the meal replacement spectrum. As such, rich in protein and high in fiber, they represent a good choice for any weight loss, weight management, or muscle building program.
The shakes are defintely high in protein (from whey and casein) and dietary fiber, and provide a moderate amount of carbs from whole grain sources. They’re relatively low in fat and sugar…and quite filling. Drinking one was nearly as satisfying as eating a solid food meal…a definite plus.
Tastewise, the shakes are good, although I wasn’t equally enthusiastic about all three flavors…I thought the blueberry was excellent; the apple-cinnamon was decent (more spicy than fruity), but the banana was only so-so. Don’t get me wrong, the latter was drinkable, but it’s just not one of my favorite flavors…at all. As Paul notes in his MRP review, the shakes are best made in the blender (also handy for adding frozen fruit or other amendments). They tend to thicken a bit on standing, thanks to the soluble fiber content.
Overall, the Lean Body Instant Breakfast Shakes are good for a quick meal on the run, or a solid, between-meal snack.
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