MET-Rx Original Whey Protein Powder, Great for Meal Replacement Shakes, Low Carb, Gluten Free, Original Vanilla, 2.54 oz. Packets, 18 Count

I used the Met-Rx packets (vanilla) 14 years ago. I"m 6' and 127lbs today. Drinking 1-2 per day for 4-6 months, plus healthy eating, and constant weight lifting with very slow increases took me from 138-173lbs. Made sure I took in at least my body weight in protein at least 6 days per week. I started drinking too much per day near the end + adding creatine and had to cut back due to kidney pain. But that was my doing. I made them WAY too think and too many.Got a back injury biking (and got married) and stopped working out so had to stop drinking shakes. I'm 45 now and just started again last year and have tried 3 other top rated brands with no success with the same workouts. I started Met-rx again a couple weeks ago and am already putting weight on.I keep in touch my doctor every month or 2 and report the honest amount of food, calories, protein to be sure I'm keeping it safe this time.I use 20+oz of almond milk or water or a mix. The taste ain't great, but if you want to gain and you're and ectomorph like me, think of this shake as a utility or a tool. Drink it down, add half a banana + more water or ice if you need to thin it out. Put in a good slow rep, heavy weight workout and drink it after. I like to stand on the back porch and lean on the railing while I take 5-15 minutes to drink it. Spread it out over 30 minutes or more if you need at first.So glad I decided to try this shake again.

The product arrived on time and as described. So I recommend, if purchasing, getting through Amazon. Also, the cost per packet is much cheaper ($29/18 packets) ~ $1.61 each for something that can work as a meal replacement isn't a bad deal and much cheaper than purchasing at a local retailer, like Vitamin World.Now for the product itself. I think it's pretty good as far as meal replacement shakes go taste-wise. I tend to mix it with just water because the consistency is very thick. I also recommend drinking it immediately after mixing because the thickness increases over time.The packet serving size is pretty large (72 grams) but you get 38 grams of protein plus a plethora of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids notably your full 100% daily requirement of calcium per packet. It is a little high in sodium (16%) and carbs (20 grams) but if you're using this as a pure meal replacement and consistently working out then it shouldn't be detrimental to most.I have not had any digestive issues when using this product. Overall, I highly recommend for those looking for true meal replacement shakes to use in conjunction with working out.

Its overwhelming how many shakes are on the market. Many come and go but MET-RX is one of the few that have stayed. I have been taking it for probably 15 years off and on. I can honestly say its the only shake i actually enjoy, as in look forward to drinking every morning.Both the chocolate and vanilla are excellent (most brands of chocolate taste fake this doesn't). Vanilla has a creamy and kinda egg-like taste though dont be scared off its good! I mix it with 20 ounces of skim milk for about a minute to get a super creamy shake. If you cut the amount of milk and let it sit in the fridge it makes a pudding like substance for a nice change of pace.An added benefit is the glutamine content- a conditionally essential amino which your body does synthesize if you have enough of everything to go around. Chances are you dont. Look it up. I find when im on my Met-rx program for a week straight my nails grow stronger and faster. No other shake has done that for me.

First time using replacements. I needed extra protein while on a medically monitored extreme diet. It packs a punch on the protein scale, especially mixed with Fair Life milk. I used a whole packet in a 16oz shaker cup and I learned a lesson. Use HALF the pack! Currently eating my shake with a spoon. The idea of “eating” is making me sick so this kinda defeats the purpose, but the flavor isn’t all that bad.

Maybe a little old-school, but this stuff is still great. It makes as well with rice milk, milk fruit juices Gatorade water and different fruits such as Peaches bananas blueberries pineapple and more. The individual packets are great for traveling taking to work and backpacking.

This is a tried and true old friend - I've always loved the taste of MetRx. I really haven't had another protein powder that has quite the yummy flavor as vanilla MetRx. It's a ton of protein, so I only use half a packet with almond milk and a little cocoa powder or a banana. Seems like I get more energy from a smoothie made from MetRx than any other protein I've tried.

I like the taste, I like the nutritional value, and I like the fact that it does an adequate job curbing my hunger. I use it primarily as a snack between meals and once in awhile as a meal replacement.I would recommend using a blender rather than a bottle shaker; it does require a lot of manual shaking to mix it up enough so there aren't any clumps.That said, it's been a solid go-to supplement for me for a number of years; I'm quite happy with it.

It is the best on the market. I have been using it since, I think 1994 ,when it 1st came out. If you work out hard and need the extra calories that are good for you this is it. If your looking for the best taste, this is it. If you're looking for low calories and don't care if it taste badly this is not for you. It definitely is worth the price. This is what you want if you want to build lean muscle ,men and woman. Nothing else compares.