5 Popular Meal Replacement Shakes In Malaysia

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Are you trying to lose weight but find it difficult to control your daily calorie intake?

Or you are someone who is always on the go, regularly skipped meals, and find it really difficult to find healthy, well-balanced meals because of your extremely busy and demanding life? 

Meal replacement shakes could be the answer that you are looking for.

What Is Meal Replacement Shakes?

Generally, meal replacement shakes have a calorie count of around 200–400 calories and a decent amount of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.

It is essentially meal-on-the-go. 

Meal Replacement Shakes vs Protein Shakes. Are They The Same?

They are not the same and are designed for different goals.

Meal replacement shakes is designed to replace your meal so it must contain the essential nutrients (carbs, protein, fat, fibre, vitamin and minerals)

A protein shake is just intended to deliver protein with the purpose to add protein to the diet, not to replace a meal.

Meal Replacement Shakes For Weight Loss

The idea is to replace your regular meals with low-calorie powdered shakes to reduce your daily energy intake (creating a calorie deficit) to subsequently help you lose weight.

• Low calorie 
• Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals
• Easy to prepare, just shake and go. 
• Convenient way to supply your body with the essentials and nutrition as of a full meal, minus the high calorie
• Helps to manage cravings and urges to binge into unhealthy processed foods that can sabotage your weight loss efforts.

Read: Are Meal Replacement Shakes Good For Weight Loss?

5 Popular Meal Replacement Shakes In Malaysia

1. BodyKey By Nutrilite Meal Replacement Shake

BodyKey by Nutrilite Meal Replacement Shake uses BodyKey taste mapping technology to scientifically formulate the exclusive base of its flavour and texture, giving you a natural, easy to use and well-balanced meal. 

The meal replacement shake has no artificial colourants, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives added.

Nutrition info per serving (mixed with 250ml non-fat, dairy skim milk)

Calorie	118kcal
Fat	4.5g
Protein	6.3g
Fibre	6.0g

Their unique selling points:

👍 25 minerals and vitamins

👍 Zero trans fats

👍 Non-GMO ingredients

👍 Individual sachets - no messy powder spillage, convenient for on the go

Retail Selling Price      : RM129.00 (14 packets)

Price per meal/packet: RM9.20

2. Herbalife Formula 1 Meal Replacement Shake Mix

Herbalife Formula 1 Meal Replacement Mix is a delicious healthy meal replacement that provides an excellent balance of high-quality protein from milk and soy and essential micronutrients.

Nutrition info per serving (Dutch Chocolate, mixed with 250ml partially, dairy skim milk)

Calorie	200kcal
Fat	3.5g
Protein	18g
Fibre	3.5g

Their unique selling points:

👍 21 minerals and vitamins
👍 Lots of yummy flavours to choose from
👍 Higher protein per serving

👍 Soy-based protein

Retail Selling Price (Lazada): RM79.90 (30 servings)

Price per serving                   : RM2.66

Read: Herbalife Diet Review - Does It Work?

3. Kitsui Meal Replacement Plus 

Formulated with key ingredients such as oats chips, soy protein, konjac, L-carnitine, chia seeds to boost body metabolism and provide a full and vibrant feeling throughout the day at 15 pcs x 30gm.

Nutrition info per serving (mixed with water)

Calorie	124kcal
Fat	0g
Protein	8g
Fibre	0g

Their unique selling points:

👍 Individual sachets - no messy powder spillage, convenient for on the go

👍 Affordable price

*Remarks: There's not much info on the amount of vitamins & minerals per serving. Plus the calorie content is too low for it to be considered a good meal replacement product. Read an honest review here.

Retail Selling Price (Lazada): RM39.90 (15 servings)

Price per serving                      : RM2.66

4. Nestle OPTIFAST VLCD Shake

The OPTIFAST VLCD Shakes are a part of a nutritionally complete, very low-calorie diet program.

Nutrition info per serving (mixed with water)

Calorie	201kcal
Fat	4.5g
Protein	20g
Fibre	3.6g

Their unique selling points:

👍 Halal-certified

👍 Gluten-free

👍 Provides 100% of the recommended daily allowance for vitamins and minerals

👍 Individual sachets - no messy powder spillage, convenient for on the go

Retail Selling Price (Lazada): RM163.00 (12 servings)

Price per serving                   : RM13.58

5. Cinch® Mixed Soy Protein Vanilla Shake

Cinch® Mixed Soy Protein Shake is a delicious, quick, and nutritious drink that provides the benefits of a meal, but yet tastes like dessert.

Nutrition info per serving (mixed with water)

Calorie	180kcal
Fat	3.0g
Protein	16.0g
Fibre	6.0g

Their unique selling points:

👍 Rich in protein and calcium (350mg)

👍 High in fiber, with 6 grams per serving

👍 Fortified with Leucine - to preserve muscle/ reduce muscle wasting

👍 A cholesterol-free food

 

Retail Selling Price (Lazada): RM75.00 (15 servings)

Price per serving                    : RM5.00

Should You Opt For Meal Replacement Shakes?

Meal replacement products are convenient and a handy tool for weight loss and busy people but they must be done right.

It can help weight loss in the short term, but they are not a long-term answer. Keeping a healthy weight long-term involves dedication, calorie restriction, and physical activity.

It's also a good idea to be well-informed before choosing your preferred meal replacement options.