After my review of Detour Low Sugar Protein Bars I received from Detour samples of some of their other products. I am just getting around to trying them out. So, stay tuned for more reviews. I tasted first Detour’s Lean Muscle High Protein Shakes. I was sent Vanilla Bean and Milk Chocolate. Both shakes are 14 oz and have similar nutritional contents. Nutrition Facts: 260 calories, 9 gm Fat, 3 gm Saturate Fat, 30 mg Cholesterol, 340 mg Sodium (Vanilla Bean)/ 410 mg Sodium (Milk Chocolate), 520 mg Potassium (Vanilla Bean)/640 mg Potassium (Milk Chocolate), 12 gm Total Carbohydrates, 6 gm Sugar, 32 gm Protein.
Each shake also contains good sources of a number of vitamins and minerals including calcium and omega 3. Both flavors are lactose free although they do contain milk. Flavors are both natural and artificial. Sucralose provides sweetness. The protein source is not 100% Whey, which is preferred for my weight loss surgery friends. The protein source is a proprietary blend of milk protein concentrate, whey protein concentrate, and calcium caseinate.
For individuals looking for additional sources of protein post workout or as a meal replacement this is a good product. For individuals who have undergone weight loss surgery this would not be a great product initially post surgery. In the early stages following surgery when food intake is limited you want a supplement that provides 100% whey protein isolate, which is better absorbed. Consumption of whey protein isolate will also provide you with all of the essential amino acids you need. In later stages when surgery patients are able to consume complete sources of protein (sources that provide all the essential amino acids the human body needs), such as meat, eggs, and dairy, this product can be added to help increase your protein intake. The sugar content for some weight loss surgery patients may be an issue, but in my experience 6 gm of Sugar is usually consumed without dumping syndrome occurring.
Now to taste. In other shake reviews I have stated that I am not a fan of creamy drinks. I personally prefer clear proteins, because they are not as heavy in my belly. I did like the taste of the Vanilla Bean vs the Milk Chocolate, which is unusual because I love chocolate. The Vanilla Bean was sweeter. I thought the milk chocolate needed to be sweeter. Taste however is very individual and I always encourage clients to try shakes for themselves.
