Is it Healthy to Replace a Meal with Just a Shake

Meal replacement shakes are everywhere nowadays, on billboards, in magazines, in newspapers. Some of them have low calories that may help you lose weight and some are aimed at helping you gain weight.

They may save your time in the kitchen. But, is it healthy to replace a meal with just a shake?

What is meal replacement shake?
The meal replacement shakes are pretty much what they claim as they are alternative to your meal may it be the breakfast, lunch or dinner.

They are filled with assorted levels of calories, vitamins, minerals and macro nutrients including fats, carbohydrates and protein. Some may have fiber in large measures than others and some are bespoken according to individual needs.

A few comes in cans and bottles whilst various come in powder form that can be added to water or milk. Most of the shakes contain 200-400 calories that includes a good amount of carbohydrate, fats, protein and essential vitamins and minerals. So they are a healthy and convenient replacement for a full meal with low calories.