Question 1

do new  direction weight loss shakes work well ?

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I am not familiar: w/that brand but protein shakes in general can be helpful.  Just be sure to eat nutritious meals at other times.  Ck w/doc about exercise also.  Peace and good health.

Question 2

is herbal life shakes good for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Why?: Who knows, since no one knows what's in them and they are only studied scientifically if people get sick or die after using them. Plus, they won't help you lose weight, gain muscle or anything positive, although your wallet will lose weight. Save your money, and your health. Learn to eat and exercise properly for the rest of your life. Don't get medical info from friends, tv or the internet.

Question 3

can weight loss shakes be safe for teenage girls?

Accepted Answer

Avoid if possible: First of all weight loss for teenage girls can be tricky because while they are still growing and have nutritional needs to support growth and development, many try to cut calories.  Be clear if the teen really has excess weight and if so, work with a physician and or a nutritionist to safely and effectively lose weight.  Diet, exercise and and healthy habits are better than shakes!

Question 4

my friend approached us about body by vi weight loss shakes is it safe for a diabetic?

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Safe, but: Worthless. Check w/your doctor for a program of diet restriction, exercise and weight loss. Don't believe everything you hear from friends, tv or the internet.

Question 5

can protein shakes help weight loss, or just bulking?

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Muscle building: Muscle are composed of protein, so when stimulating muscle growth through weight lifting, it is essential to have protein in your diet. This can be real food, or supplements. Protein shakes can be meal replacements as well. Weight loss is from decreasing your caloric consumption.

Question 6

is gnc's amp wheyobolic protein shakes good for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Do not waste your $: Do not waste your time with "weight loss supplements". If you want to achieve weight loss, reduce your carbs to a bare minimum, drink only water, eat lots of low starch veggies and increase your activity levels.

Question 7

how do protein shakes help with weight loss?

Accepted Answer

If used as : Sustitute for food.  Protein drinks may help in losing weight if you reduce your caloric intake by subsisting on protein shakes and foregoing other foods. Protein shakes donot provide balanced nutrition and you are advised to consult a nutritionist or your doctor before embarking on an extreme diet.There is no substitute for caloric restriction and increase in physical activity to loss weight.

Question 8

do you think i should try protein shakes to help with my weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Why?: They won't help you lose weight, gain muscle or anything positive, although your wallet will lose weight. Save your money, and your health. Learn to eat and exercise properly for the rest of your life. Don't get medical info from friends, tv or the internet. Adding in "protein" shakes just adds in extra calories, which you don't need and is hard on your kidneys.

Question 9

best weight loss shakes/protien shakes to lose weight with exercise and healthy eating?

Accepted Answer

There is no best: Weight loss shake as ideally you'd stick to natural unprocessed foods as best as you can.  Remember that motility wise, liquids pass through the stomach more quickly than solids and may be less appetite suppressing.  Remember in regards to "diet", the best one is the one that you can stick too and control your caloric intake.

Question 10

what is the safest way to lose weight? diet and exercise or diet pills and weight loss shakes?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle change: To be honest, the most effective thing I have ever see work is a vegan diet.  This can be drastic for a lot of people.  Diet and exercise, and a lifelong commitment to exercising and eating right will help you the most for the long term.

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