I know protein shakes are synonymous with "Bro Science" but the simple fact is, they are incredibly useful. In fact, Dr. Troy has yet to find a downside to a good nutrient rich protein shake.
That's why we are dedicating and entire episode to the protein shake. That's right "Bro-cephus" we're going all in on the "Bro-tein" baby. So sit back and enjoy the smoothie texture of this episode of The Healthy CEO.
Optimal Nutrition: Crafting the Perfect Protein Shake
In this episode of The Healthy CEO Podcast, Dr. Troy Jackson and host Jason Wright delve into the benefits and simplicity of creating nutrient-dense protein shakes. They discuss ingredient selection, including the pros and cons of whey versus plant-based protein powders, the use of fruits, vegetables, fats, and fiber, and share their personal recipes. Additionally, they explore the differences between smoothies and juices and the practical advantages of incorporating protein shakes into one’s diet for improved health and body composition.
Jason's "Green Monster" Shake
2 servings of Standard Gold Whey Double Chocolate Protein Powder
2 Cups of non sweetened vanilla or plain almond milk
1 scoop of your choice of powdered greens
1 cup frozen spinach
1 cup frozen blue berries
1 serving 5g creatine
1 serving vital proteins collagen
1 tbs extra virgin olive oil
1 serving chlorella powder
1 tbs organic cacao powder
Dr. Troy Sample smoothie recipe:
-3/4 cup of water or unsweetened almond or soy milk
-1/2 cup of Keifer or plain greek yogurt (remove if calories is a concern)
-1 scoop of protein powder
-1 scoop of creatine
-1 cup of frozen mixed berries
-1/2 banana (fresh or frozen)
-5-6 small leaves or 2 large leaf of kale (or a handful of spinach)
-1/4 cup of frozen riced cauliflower
-1/3-1/2 cup of black beans (if using chocolate protein powder) or white beans/chickpeas (if using vanilla protein powder) -- trust me!
-2 tbsp of ground flaxseed, chia seeds, or hemp hearts (I make a 1:1:1 mixture)
-A splash of water if it gets too thick
This smoothie is roughly 400 calories, 48g of protein, and 14-18g of fiber.
You can just do protein powder and almond milk to get it down to 150 calories and 25g of
protein.
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00:00 Debunking Myths About Whey Protein
01:20 Podcast Introduction and New York City Chat
03:25 Discussing the Perfect Protein Shake
05:15 The Benefits of Homemade Protein Shakes
08:40 Choosing the Right Protein Powder
11:53 Building the Perfect Smoothie
31:05 Choosing the Right Blender for Smoothies
33:30 Leveling Up Your Smoothie Game
35:21 Adding Fiber to Your Smoothies
37:56 Incorporating Powdered Supplements
38:55 The Benefits of Protein Shakes
46:48 Juicing vs. Smoothies
53:19 Nutritional Breakdown of Smoothies
57:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
