Recipes For Three Uses: Weight Gain, Weight Loss And Muscle Recovery

A high-protein meal is crucial for the optimal growth and recovery of muscles and what else can be better than having a whey protein supplement. Protein supplements are great for weight management, whether you are trying to lose weight or gain weight, protein is what your body needs. 

If you are tired of consuming a simple protein shake made up of milk and supplements, then here are some ideas that can help you make tasty and healthy recipes:

1. Delicious protein shake for weight gain

You must have seen those celebrities posting pics of smoothies on their Instagram feed, don’t you wish to taste one for yourself? And if you are someone who wants to gain muscle mass or simply put on a few pounds, then you should try out this yummy protein rich smoothie.

• 200 ml full cream milk or almond milk 

• Half teacup of powdered oats 

• 2 bananas

• Fresh mango pulp 1 cup

• 2 teaspoon of shredded coconut 

• 2 tablespoons of whey protein supplement (any flavour that you want)

• Few shredded dates

• 1 tablespoon of peanut butter

• 1 tablespoon of cinnamon powder

Method: In a blender mix all the ingredients and then on top of it add some shredded dates. You can mix and match ingredients according to your taste. These ingredients are all rich sources of protein, carbs, fat and fibers. You can go for the chocolate flavoured whey protein by Davisco, one of the best protein powder for weight gain. Do not add extra sugar to your smoothie, the dates, whey supplements and fruits act as a natural sweetening agent.  

2. Refreshing green smoothie for weight loss

The hot summer always makes us drink either some fizzy drinks or sherbets, that are no doubt very refreshing but are very bad for your health. These drinks contain a lot of colors and loads of sugar, which will definitely not allow you to have that summer beach body. So, here is a simple way that will help in quenching your thirst and at the same time provide your body with all the necessary nutrients, especially protein.

• One scoop of Davisco whey protein powder 

• 200 ml of almond milk

• 100 gms or a cup full of spinach leaves or kale leaves 

• ¼ th cucumber

• Three cubes of ice cubes 

Method: In a blender put the protein powder, cucumber, and spinach and then grind it properly. After that pour the almond milk to the mixture and blend it properly. Serve the drink with some ice cubes and if you want you can also add some mint leaves for that extra chilling effect. This drink is not only yummy but full of nutrients from iron to protein, it provides your body with everything.  

3. Energy booster and recovery shake

Let's make one of the best workout recovery shakes that is full of necessary nutrients and delicious. This drink offers your body with protein and carbohydrates and if you are looking out for a recovery drink then there’s nothing better than this!

Ingredients: 

• 1/2 teacup of Greek yogurt

• 1 cup of skimmed milk

• 2 tablespoon  of  mixed fruit jam 

• Chopped fresh fruits as per choice   

• 2 tablespoon of  peanut butter

• 1 heaped scoop of chocolate protein powder 

• 1 ripe banana

• 1 teaspoon of honey

• Ice cubes

Method:  Add all the ingredients mentioned above in a mixing jar and blend them properly till it gets a thick consistency and has it. The yummy shake contains tons of proteins in the form of milk, protein supplement, peanut butter,  and yogurt and healthy carbs in the form of jam, banana, and honey.  Some of the best protein supplements that you can use for making this drink are from brands like MuscleBlaze, Davisco, ON, Ultimate Nutrition and Muscletech.  This shake is the much deserved treat that your taste buds and muscles need after a tough workout session. 

Try these recipes and let us know your experience in the comment section below.  Also, do not forget to share your protein rich recipes with us. Stay fit, eat healthy.