Pre-workout, post-workout, breakfast, lunch, or snack—you love your smoothies (we do too!). They’re a quick and easy way to get your fruit and veggie fix and to sneak in some extra nutrients and superfoods. And for the times when your fridge isn’t stocked or you need to grab a drink and go, enter Smoothie King. Show
But smoothies can be tricky business. It’s easy to overload your blender with fruit and fixings. The result? A frozen drink bloated with calories and sugar that’s more milkshake than healthy drink. The good news? Smoothie King announced in late 2017 that it's eliminating added sugar from more than 50 of its smoothies and will remove artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives as well. Plus, its blended concoctions don’t contain high-fructose corn syrup or trans fats, according to their website. While that's a step in the right direction, you should still check out the nutritional facts for your smoothie before placing your order. “Choose options that contain less than 40 grams of sugar,” says Rebecca Ditkoff, R.D., founder of Nutrition by RD. But remember, moderation is key: “It’s still a lot of sugar to consume in one sitting, especially if consumed regularly,” Ditkoff adds. You can also boost the nutritional profile of your smoothie. “Order kale as an add-in for any smoothie,” says Lindsey Pine, R.D.N. “You'll get an extra boost of folic acid, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber. The smoothies have so much flavor from the other ingredients so won't even taste the kale!” Another pro tip? Ask for two cups. “Size does matter—especially when it comes to smoothies. Large portions can lead to an excess consumption of calories as well as sugar, which can be detrimental to our waistline and overall health,” says Ditkoff. “Either share with a friend or bring it home and place it in the freezer for another day,” she says. We asked three nutritionists to examine the Smoothie King menu for you and find the good-for-you choices. Here are their top picks: Original High-Protein BananaIf you’re looking for a breakfast smoothie, try this. “It’s a good combo of carbs from potassium-rich bananas, protein (28 grams) from whey protein, and healthy fats from almonds,” says Pine. “It even has five grams of fiber, which is super important for good gut health.” Related: 9 Foods You Should Never Eat For LunchThe Shredder ChocolateIf you’re looking for a higher protein smoothie, registered dietitian Jodi Danen recommends this chocolatey sensation packed with 33 grams of muscle-building protein. Bonus: It also has six grams of fiber (helping to keep your full longer) and is lower in sugar (21 grams). Making smoothies at home? This swap will make them so much more filling:  Slim-N-TrimAlong with chocolate and vanilla, this smoothie comes in strawberry and blueberry flavors, “providing health benefits from the antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber found in the berries, which are found first on the ingredient list,” says Ditkoff. While the strawberry only has 240 calories and the blueberry has 260, this smoothie still sports 38 grams of sugar so be sure to watch your intake of the sweet stuff the rest of the day. Related: What’s Worse For Your Bod: Sugar Or Salt?Gladiator ChocolateOkay, this smoothie may feel like it’s a treat but it’s a solid choice. “The 20-ounce version contains only three grams of sugar and a whooping 45 grams of protein, which should help to increase satiety,” say Pine. She recommends opting for strawberries and wild blueberries for your two added fruits because they’re packed with antioxidants and good for brain health too. “Add in some kale for additional nutrients like folic acid and fiber,” she says. Related: 'I Drank Matcha Tea Instead of Coffee Every Morning for a Week—Here’s What Happened'Lean VanillaThis smoothie lives up to its name. A 20-ounce serving is just 290 calories and sports eight grams of fiber and 19 grams of protein. Danen likes its moderate sugar content (16 grams), making it a smart and satisfying choice. Christine Yu is a freelance writer, yoga teacher, and avid runner who regularly covers health, fitness, nutrition, and wellness for outlets like Well + Good, Women’s Health, Runner’s World, and Outside. When she’s not writing, you can find her dreaming of the beach. Just in time for summer, Smoothie King launches #60Day60K challenge to support guests' weight management journeys – including a $60,000 grand prize DALLAS, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The best health and fitness partners make you feel supported every step of your journey, which is what inspired Smoothie King's Manage Weight line-up. Available on Smoothie King menus nationwide, Manage Weight smoothies are purposefully blended to help you achieve your unique weight management goals, including boosting metabolism, cutting calories or keeping you on keto. "When it comes to managing weight, one size does not fit all," said Rebecca Miller, Chief Marketing Officer of Smoothie King. "We know many of our guests look to shape up for summer, and we want to provide them with the nutritional support they need to reach their goals. Because every body is different (and so are we), that means giving our guests a full line-up of smoothies purposefully blended to help guests achieve their unique goals." Manage Weight Smoothies The Manage Weight line includes Smoothie King's signature Slim-N-Trim™, Metabolism Boost® and Keto Champ™ blends. Each smoothie is packed with whole fruits, organic vegetables and enough protein to replace a meal, and unlike other weight management smoothies on the market, Smoothie King's line-up contains no added sugar.
Like all Smoothie King smoothies, the Manage Weight line stays true to the brand's Clean Blends™ Promise and has no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives or anything else on the no-no list. #60Day60K Challenge Smoothie King is supporting guests in achieving their personal best weights through its #60Day60K challenge. Launching April 5, all Smoothie King Healthy Rewards members are invited to participate in the 60-day challenge for the chance to win a $60,000 grand prize and other health-focused swag through weekly challenges. To participate in weekly challenges, Healthy Rewards members can follow @SmoothieKing on Instagram and follow the weekly instructions for their chance to win prizes like fitness classes for a year or exercise equipment. To enter for the grand prize, guests can download the app, join the challenge and purchase a Manage Weight smoothie. Every purchase of a Manage Weight smoothie will qualify as an entry through June 3 (limit one entry per day, scan app with purchase)*. Smoothie King x SHAPE To provide guests with added inspiration this spring to stay on track with their health and fitness goals, Smoothie King has teamed up with SHAPE and their "SHAPE Squad" of fitness experts. Customers can check out #60Day60K and #RuleTheDay on Instagram for the latest fitness and lifestyle tips from the SHAPE Squad, including Phyllicia Bonanno, Dani Dyer and Kehinde Anjorin. Throughout April, keep an eye out on shape.com and follow @SHAPE and @SmoothieKing on Instagram for the latest updates and inspiration. For more information on the Manage Weight menu and #60Day60K challenge, visit smoothieking.com/60day60k, the Healthy Rewards app and follow Smoothie King on Facebook and Instagram. About Smoothie King Franchises, Inc. Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the original U.S. smoothie franchise, is a privately held, Dallas-based company with more than 1,300 units worldwide. Founded in 1973 with the mission to help others achieve better health through delicious smoothies, Smoothie King is the only place that provides the fuel guests' need to achieve their health & fitness goals and continues to empower guests to Rule the Day® and live a healthy and athletic-inspired life. All Smoothie King smoothies are blended according to its Clean Blends™ promise, a commitment to serving great-tasting smoothies made with whole fruits, organic vegetables, none of the ingredients on its "No-No List" including artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives and no added sugars in many of its blends. Smoothie King extends its vision to be an integral part of every health and fitness journey through partnerships with the Challenged Athletes Foundation®, the Smoothie King Center and the Dallas Cowboys as "the Official Smoothie of the Dallas Cowboys." The franchise earned No. 13 overall on Entrepreneur's prestigious Franchise 500 list in 2022 and ranked as one of the Fastest Growing Franchises. The company also debuted on the "Inc. 5000" list in 2018 and ranked as one of Franchise Business Review's Top Franchises of 2022. In addition to purposefully blended smoothies, the company also offers retail products that include sports beverages, energy bars, vitamins, supplements and more. For franchising opportunities, visit smoothiekingfranchise.com. For more information or to find a nearby location, visit or download the Healthy Rewards app, available on the App Store and Google Play, visit smoothieking.com and follow Smoothie King on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. *NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. / D.C., age 18+. Void outside the 50 U.S./D.C. and where prohibited. Sweepstakes starts at 12:00:01 AM ET on 04/05/22; ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on 06/03/22. Total ARV of all prizes: $73,161. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Limit: One (1) Entry per person per day into each Entry Period drawing and one (1) Entry per person per day into the Grand Prize drawing. For full Official Rules, Entry Periods, prize details, and how to enter on Instagram or by mail without making a purchase using the App, visit https://www.smoothieking.com/60day60k/rules. Sponsor: Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., 9797 Rombauer Road, Suite 150 Dallas, TX 75019. SOURCE Smoothie King What can I blend to gain weight?12 Healthy Protein Shakes for Weight Gain. Chocolate peanut butter shake with Greek yogurt. ... . Triple berry smoothie with egg whites. ... . Green smoothie with Greek yogurt. ... . Coffee protein smoothie with whey protein. ... . Apple cinnamon hemp heart protein smoothie. ... . Strawberry banana smoothie with kefir.. Are smoothies the best way to gain weight?Fortunately, shakes and smoothies are great for gaining weight because you can load them with protein and calories and they're quick and easy to make.
What is the highest protein shake at Smoothie King?The Shredder Chocolate
If you're looking for a higher protein smoothie, registered dietitian Jodi Danen recommends this chocolatey sensation packed with 33 grams of muscle-building protein.
What is the best time to drink smoothies for weight gain?The best way to add this weigh gainer smoothie into your diet is to add it as your 4th or 5th meal. This way it will help you get a calorie surplus as you will still be having breakfast, lunch and dinner. The best time to have this is between breakfast and lunch, lunch and dinner or after a workout.
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