Meal replacement powders are not pure protein powders. They are usually a mix of whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals and fibre. One serving of VPA® Lean Shake Plus meal replacement shake contains 28.3g of high-quality protein, 20.4g of carbohydrate, 1.4g of fat and a total of 216 calories per serving.
The ingredients of Lean Shake Plus are:
Skim Milk Powder – A non-fat dried milk product rich in protein and minerals.
Whey protein concentrate (WPC) – is a high-quality pure whey protein that provides the essential amino acids needed to build and repair muscle, maximising muscle growth.
Whey protein isolate (WPI) – is a pure whey protein powder a highly concentrated source of protein with high levels of leucine.
Maltodextrin – A long-chain carbohydrate that does not have a sweet flavour compared to other simple carbohydrates.
Oat flour – A source of slowly digesting complex carbohydrates and the healthful fibre beta-glucan.
9 different minerals – Calcium, iodine, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, chromium, copper, manganese, molybdenum. Essential minerals for maintaining health.
Xanthan gum – A type of fibre which helps maintain gut health and helps keep you feeling full.
Green tea extract—Providing energy and also working as an appetite suppressant, green tea extract helps keep you satiated while on a low-calorie diet.
Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT) – A form of easily digested fat. MCT provides you with energy and promotes fat burning.
12 different vitamins - Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Vitamin A, Folate, Vitamin K, Biotin, Vitamin D and Vitamin B12. Essential vitamins for maintaining health.