Deepika Joshi Deepika Joshi Asked 7 months ago

Does shakeology work for weight loss?

Trying to lose some weight after my pregnancy, and I keep seeing ads for Shakeology. Wondering if it actually works for Indian body types or if it's just marketing hype.

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Abhishek Joshi Abhishek Joshi Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago
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It works for your wallet's weight loss for sure because it is so expensive! Jokes apart, it is just a protein shake with extra marketing. You can get the same results with sattu and basic home food.

Meenakshi Iyer Meenakshi Iyer Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

I used Shakeology as a meal replacement for a month during my weight loss journey. It does help control cravings, but honestly, real weight loss happened only when I started cooking simple low-calorie home meals. It is quite expensive too.

Preeti Shah Preeti Shah Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

It has decent nutrition, but you must check the sugar content. I prefer getting my protein and fiber from natural sources like sprouts, paneer, and green vegetables, which are much safer and healthier.

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Gita Iyer Gita Iyer Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Shakes can give you a quick start, but they are not sustainable long-term. Focus on portion control of your daily dal-chawal-roti and keep walking regularly. That is the only practical way to keep weight off permanently.

Amit Das Amit Das Joined May 2026 5 months ago

It can help if you use it to replace unhealthy snacks, but a simple calorie deficit works just as well. Take it easy and find what works for you.

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Natural, wholesome food is always best for the body. Instead of processed shakes, try fresh fruits, buttermilk, and simple home-cooked meals along with daily yoga for long-term health.

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