Whats the difference between a MRE and a regular protein shake?

[Man_On_Fire]

I was alos wondering why MREs don't have a high carb content. Usually its half of the protein. What does it mean for someone like me who is trying to build mass?

[UberBerzerker]

you eating military meals for gaining mass? MRE = military meals ready to eat. I don't think that's a smart idea. You meant MRP, right?

if you aren't making your own gainer shake out of steel cut oats, olive oil, protein, and peanut butter (natural) then something like Egopharm Mass Meal is a good MRP, as far as a gainer my favorite is Cytogainer by Cytosport.


your best making your own for quality of ingredients, though.

[NATHAN518]

you eating military meals for gaining mass? MRE = military meals ready to eat. I don't think that's a smart idea. You meant MRP, right?

if you aren't making your own gainer shake out of steel cut oats, olive oil, protein, and peanut butter (natural) then something like Egopharm Mass Meal is a good MRP, as far as a gainer my favorite is Cytogainer by Cytosport.


your best making your own for quality of ingredients, though.

i don't know Uber...MREs have a LOT of calories

they might be a good choice for bulking

[UberBerzerker]

i don't know Uber...MREs have a LOT of calories

they might be a good choice for bulking

yeah, I know, I eat them when we go backpacking. But they ain't exactly HEALTHY....but g'damn they are delish after a day of hiking and drinking whiskey.

[w_llewellyn]

If you mean MRP, the difference is usually carbs and some fat. It is meant to provide enough calories to cover a meal, but not be a weight gainer.