What constitutes a good meal replacement?

eagle SG

As per question

My only thought is slow-release of proteins and carbs, although I know there are many other variables.

So, what constitutes a good meal replacement? If you were to make one, what would you add inside?

FireIce SG

fruits + nuts + vegetables

fruits = orange, banana, pineapple, apple, strawberries, tomatoes
nuts = almonds, pine nuts, walnut, macadamia
vegetables = celery, asparagus, green pepper, cucumber

choose ur own combi
throw in blender, add ice and blend
drink fresh

note this is for general meal replacement for detox, dieting or loss of appetite
not if u are those selling house with matching pipes

eagle SG

FI jie, pumping iron forum don't deal with detox I think Laughing

Hmmm... but it is a good idea to add nuts/fruits into a meal replacement shake. Very smart...

S.KCH SG

Like Bananas. And add oats and grains?

the Bear SG

steak and potatoes..

what the hell are you idiots doing with meal replacements?

eat properly! Mad

eagle SG

i saw in bodybuilding.com forum, their recipes for homemade protein bars... quite interesting... a lot of oats and grains and nuts Very Happy

but hor, will denatured whey protein still be as useful to the body?

eagle SG

as supper? and something that u dun need to cook

the Bear SG

you guys are pumping iron and eating crud instead of proper food?

meal replacements are ALL crud...

go get some salmon or tuna or something like that... get a sandwich...

eagle SG

meal replacement can include real and proper food, such as blending oats, milk, fruits, etc.

sometimes you just want some food, but so much of it.

the Bear SG

drink some milk..

real food is not 'meal replacement'

you used the wrong terms...

galapogos SG

I would take steak and a side of vegetables...nothing replaces a real meal Smile

eagle SG

Very Happy
ok!

kopiosatu SG

eat properly, don't replace.

just cut down on rice, white bread and stuff. that doesn't mean u don't take it totally, just reduce your intake.

everyday we're all eating too much and exercising too little.

eagle SG

hmmm, since I'm lazy

maybe after exams, I will try to prepare some cold snacks that include some vege, chicken, diced eggs, etc, and put in the fridge to last for a few days Wink

FireIce SG

potato salad
pasta salad (can add meat like chicken, ham)

S.KCH SG

Some people wanna eat up to 5 meals a day. Outside food can be kinda unhealthy and proper meals might be kinda time-consuming. Meal replacements to substitute for 1 or 2 of those 5 meals then become a fuss-free no frills source of extra calories.