Opinions? pros, cons?
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Opinions? pros, cons?
Milk usually gives a better/creamier taste and consistency, and more calories and protein.
Water usually gives less of a 'bold' flavor to the protein, is thinner, and is calorie free.
There are no real pros and cons - that is based on individual preference and needs. I prefer milk, or almond milk.
Depends on your macros and personal taste preference.
Personally I enjoy shakes with milk more, but water is more convenient (and calorie friendly).
Almond milk is a great alternative if you enjoy milk but want to cut back a bit.
Milk 100% of the time, every time.
water because i have loads of oats with my shakes and it doesnt mix very well with milk. I drink about a litre of milk a day separately also.
I go with half water and half milk.
Water with protein every time checking in.
[QUOTE=BigBoLuke93;1021142073]... or almond milk.[/QUOTE]
That really is a great option, especially for those who enjoy thicker shakes but are cutting and cannot afford the extra calories. You can actually get almond milk that has only 30 calories per 8 ounces.
[QUOTE=snorkelman;1021145893]That really is a great option, especially for those who enjoy thicker shakes but are cutting and cannot afford the extra calories. You can actually get almond milk that has only 30 calories per 8 ounces.[/QUOTE]
That's the kind I get too, can hardly notice a difference between that and regular milk. And when making sludge, you get all the creaminess of milk, yet with minuscule calories since you use only a few ounces of liquid. It's great stuff.
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Milk.
Now interested in Almond Milk from this thread.....
Milk
[QUOTE=llahhsoj;1021143633]I go with half water and half milk.[/QUOTE]
This is the same method I do.
Use about 6 oz of water and 8 oz of milk.
I'm in the weight loss process right now so I'm calorie conscious. Therefore, I tend to use water about 80% of the time. But it's generally all preference
Water, too much dairy causes acne
Okay so it really depends because If i'm cutting I prefer to have my calories somewhere else and I drink it with water. If i'm bulking up, then I need use milk.
As far as taste I like to go half/half. Milk alone makes it too sweet/thick and water makes it too watery/thin.
[QUOTE=BigBoLuke93;1021146513]That's the kind I get too, can hardly notice a difference between that and regular milk. And when making sludge, you get all the creaminess of milk, yet with minuscule calories since you use only a few ounces of liquid. It's great stuff.
[img]http://silk.com/sites/default/files/products/thumb/PA_UnsweetVan_HG_248x565.png[/img][/QUOTE]
Used this a lot this summer - just picked some up yesterday. :D
I go with milk, it makes it taste better imo but haven't tried my current brand with water yet.
Thanks for the almond milk suggestion though Luke, I might go with that when cutting.
Thanks guys. I obviosuly like the taste better with milk but could do without the added calories. I'm def going to try the almond milk.
Sort of on topic....I drink a lot of water throughout the day...is the nutritional value in coconut water worth the added cost? It tastes like crap imo, but i've had worse...
[QUOTE=BigBoLuke93;1021146513]That's the kind I get too, can hardly notice a difference between that and regular milk. And when making sludge, you get all the creaminess of milk, yet with minuscule calories since you use only a few ounces of liquid. It's great stuff.[/QUOTE]
How much does it cost??
I use 8oz skim milk with each scoop of whey, btw.
Milk, always!
Water would be good when constricting carbs (sugar)...
I normally like to have a big shake I can graze on for a while (at least 16oz), so I do half milk, half almond milk. Helps keep the calories a bit lower, but gives me a big, thick shake (hm..that sounds a little wrong...)
I mix mine with full fat milk when bulking for the addition calories and protein but when cutting I use water.
water ALWAYS in the morning breakfast shake...
my post workout is a scoop of cassein, 9oz of milk,2cups of ice and blend.
1% milk
I actually mix water and milk. 8 oz skim milk and 4 oz water for 2 scoops of various protein powders always gives me a nice consistency and flavor richness.
Water all the time, I dislike the milk shake consistency and want my drinks to be thinner. (Usually 16 oz water for 2 scoops)
Skim milk.
[QUOTE=llahhsoj;1021143633]I go with half water and half milk.[/QUOTE]
Same: 6oz water, 6oz 2% milk + VPX Graham Cracker & XF UP Lemon Creme Pie.
[QUOTE=BigBoLuke93;1021146513]That's the kind I get too, can hardly notice a difference between that and regular milk. And when making sludge, you get all the creaminess of milk, yet with minuscule calories since you use only a few ounces of liquid. It's great stuff.
[img]http://silk.com/sites/default/files/products/thumb/PA_UnsweetVan_HG_248x565.png[/img][/QUOTE]
This.
[QUOTE=PublicHealth;1021188073]How much does it cost??
I use 8oz skim milk with each scoop of whey, btw.[/QUOTE]
Varies I'm sure, but more expensive than milk.