Some people use Slim-Fast shakes to help with weight loss. The shakes contain vitamins and minerals, as well as protein, designed to curb hunger. Using this type of shake as a meal replacement may reduce calorie intake, resulting in weight loss, but a person should not rely on them routinely because this could result in poor nutrition, says nutritionist Katherine Zeratsky of MayoClinic.com. Slim-Fast recommends drinking a shake in the morning and another for lunch, or using Slim-Fast meal bars to replace one shake a day. Slim-Fast users should know how to drink and properly add the shakes to their daily intake to have the best nutrition while working on weight loss goals.
Step 1
Purchase cans of pre-made Slim-Fast shakes. A person can drink them from the can, or pour the shake into a glass.
Step 2
Make Slim-Fast Shakes using a mix. A scoop comes with the tub of powdered shake mix. Scoop out one level scoop and put this into a large glass. Pour in 8 oz. of milk, preferably skim milk because this will help reduce fat intake. Stir well with a spoon and drink.
Step 3
Eat snacks and a healthy dinner. Slim-Fast recommends supplementing the use of shakes with eating a sensible meal for dinner each day, choosing a lean meat, vegetable and a whole grain starch.
Tips and Warnings
- For variety, pour a vanilla Slim-Fast shake into a blender and add a handful of frozen fruit, such as strawberries. This will give the shake a thicker, smoothie texture.
- Do not skip meals or rely solely on shakes to replace meals. This could lead to a serious deficiency in vital nutrients required from solid, healthy foods.
Things You'll Need
- Pre-mixed can of Slim-Fast
- Slim-Fast shake mix
- Scoop
- Glass
- Spoon
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