Tag: Whole foods vs shakes

Research indicates that while medically supervised total meal replacement programs have been studied for short-term weight loss (e.g., 8-12 weeks), living exclusively on shakes long-term is not recommended due to significant health risks and unsustainability. This guide explores how long can you live on meal replacement shakes and the important factors to consider.

According to research, a partial meal replacement diet can be effective for short-term weight loss by controlling calorie intake. However, the key question for anyone considering this approach is: how many meals a day can I replace with a protein shake safely and effectively to meet nutritional needs?