Protein Packed Shakes

Why is protein important? The body needs protein to build and rebuild muscle tissue and to produce enzymes.

Muscle routinely breaks down after exercise. Active people need to supply their bodies with the right kind of protein for muscle to recover fully. Milk has that kind of protein.

Bicep Boost Shake

• 1 1/2 cups Gustafson Skim Milk
• 1/2 cup low fat chocolate milk
• 1/3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 medium banana

Place all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth. Serve chilled. Serves 2.

• Per serving: 474 calories, 29 g protein, 891 mg calcium, 83 g carbs.
• High in potassium and vitamins A and D.

Killer Calcium Shake

• 1 1/2 cups Gustafson Skim Milk
• 1 cup raspberry nonfat yogurt
• 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
• 1 cup fresh or non-sweetened frozen raspberries
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon honey

Place all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth. Serve chilled. Serves 2.

• Per serving: 446 calories, 27 g protein, 1,145 mg calcium, 80 g carbs.
• High in potassium, and vitamins A, C, and D.