Question:
Has anyone tried Dr Atkins Shakes? Which flavor is best?

   — sudio45 (posted on July 29, 2003)


July 29, 2003
Sudy, I've tried them, I liked the Cappicino Flavor ones...... The others just tasted Blah !
   — tannedtigress

July 29, 2003
My favorite is the Capuccino - but I'm a coffee addict, so take that into consideration! I also like the strawberry, and the vanilla tasted like vanilla pudding to me - I was pleasantly surprised. The chocolate wasn't anything special, but not bad. I just wish those shakes weren't so expensive!
   — Angie M.

July 29, 2003
I am a Dr. Atkins shake addict! My personal favorite is vanilla, although I have yet to try the strawberry! I highly suggest them.
   — Chloe S.

July 29, 2003
Have only tried chocolate so far, but I liked it a lot.
   — Wendy T.

July 29, 2003
I love the Atkins Shakes in the can. They are the best protein drink that I have tried so far. I have had the vanilla and the chocolate and like both. I haven't tried any of the powdered Atkins mixes. But love the ones in the cans, although they are a bit pricey. But its worth it to have one that I like to drink. Hey, what I'm saving on food... I can afford to spend on protein.
   — Kimberly B.

July 29, 2003
i got the chocolate and found it to be the worst mst vile, sickening thing i ever treid, i hate to disagree with everyones rave reviews, but i hated it.
   — janetc00

July 29, 2003
I agree with the previous poster I hated the chocolate!! But I love the strawberry!!! I am 4 weeks out and the Atkins shakes are the only protein I can stomach. I have also tried the vanilla and I can handle that one it's pretty good. I have yet to try the cappaccino but will do soon I'm sure. They are very expensive though, that's the only downfall. Good luck to you. Audrey
   — Audrey W.

July 29, 2003
Im pre-surgery, but was on Atkins diets for quite some time. the Atkins products are not always the best tasting by my experience. i ended up going to my local drug store and found a drink mix that was about 1/3 the cost, tasted twice as good, and had more PROTIEN!! i prefer the strawberry in almost all the brands ive tried... something always chalky about the chocolate, and the vanilla just didnt taste vanilla... im not a real fan of strawberry, but it still endedup being the best!!
   — Lynette C.

July 29, 2003
I think they all taste good, but they make me feel not so good. I recomend trying them when you are at home and don't have anywhere important to go, just in case.
   — Amber L.

July 29, 2003
I've tried chocolate and Vanilla and like them both. They went down much better than the powder I bought to mix up myself. The only thing I don't like about them is that if you don't finish it in one sitting, it doesn't keep very well in the fridge, it gets a funny taste. I'm only a month post op so it takes me a while to get the whole can down, you may not have this problem. I didn't know they made a cappacino flavor. Where have y'all found this?????
   — Jill M.

July 29, 2003
I agree with Amber. I tried my first one this morning. Cafe Au Lait or something. I wondered why I've felt ickish in my stomach all morning. Went to read the can again, NINE g of fat. well, that'll do it! No more atkins shakes for me. although it tasted great, my body can't handle that many fat grams at one time.
   — YaYasMom

July 29, 2003
I love the strawberry ones in a can. Little trick I discovered.....they are much better the colder they are so I put the entire can in the freezer and freeze it overnight. The next day I take it to work and by noonish it is thawed and delicious! Sometimes it is kind of slushy but I like it like that. I like vanilla too. 20 g of protein and 1- 2 carb. I do not like the chocolate in the can but I like the chocolate shake mix best of all. Cafe au lait is not very good.
   — Mylou52

July 29, 2003
I have tried the Atkins shakes, they are ok but I liked the EAS Advant Edge Carb Control shake. They come in choclate fudge, dark choclate, vanila and strawberry cream. They have 2g carbs,fat 4g, sugar less than 1,protein 15g.You can get these at Wallmart, and some groceries have them. Nancy
   — Nancy W.

July 29, 2003
My personal opinion is, it's pointless to ask how anyone likes protein shakes. As you can see, everyone has a different opinion because everyone's tastes are so completely different. Your best option is to try them for yourself. With that said, I love the Atkins canned shakes and can't imagine how anyone could think them vile. So that just goes to show you! The vanilla is really good and very versatile. You can use it as a base flavor and add your own flavors or blend with fruit (berries are the healthiest). Good luck!
   — Kathy S.

July 29, 2003
I'm with the previous poster that found them vile. I have tried 3-4 times and I just can't stomach them. My children laugh at me because I have tried to drink the rest of them holding my nose. They cost so much I just couldn't let them go to waste. Try them ~ you may like them , but I found them GROSS!
   — plsmom

July 29, 2003
The Chocolate Royale is the only one I could tolerate and I drank it for breakfast for several weeks. The Cafe Au lait was gross. I also tried the other chocolate flavor and it was ok. The Myoplex light was similar, but much thinner consistancy. I went to regular food as soon as I was able to. None of them taste like McDonald's thick shakes!
   — Fixnmyself

July 29, 2003
the gnc in my area sells the adkins shakes and products and gnc offers a 30 day money back return policy if you don't like it return the unused portion for your money back. :-) kimberly open distal rny 11/12/02 -111lbs
   — kimberly T.

July 31, 2003
Tried the chocolate but it isn't that good. I have to make myself drink the shake. Thought this would be good because it was very portable, but I will be looking for another shake that is ready made.
   — Starrlina

July 31, 2003
Im with Nancy on this. I didnt like the Atkins shakes. The Vanilla had a funny aftertaste to me and the strawberry was too sweet. The EAS AdvantEdge Carb Control shakes are much better. I have tried the Vanilla, Dark chocolate, and Chocolate Fudge and they are good. I have not tried the Strawberry yet. They are cheaper than the Atkins shakes too. In my area they are at Walmart and Kroger. At Walmart its cheaper. Good Luck!
   — Kris T.




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