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GNC Lean Shake Vs. Medifast

Meal replacement shakes can be a nice option if you are looking to control your appetite while on a weight-loss program, or if you're looking to add some additional calories to your diet. These shakes are a convenient way to get nutrients normally found in whole food. Two shakes available on the market are GNC's Lean Shake and shakes offered by Medifast as part of their Medifast Meal Plan.

  1. Flavors

    • GNC Lean Shake is available in chocolate, vanilla, strawberries & cream, and cookies & cream. The Medifast shake is available in Dutch chocolate, French vanilla, strawberry creme, orange creme, Swiss mocha, and banana creme.

    Price

    • GNC Lean Shake retails for $29.99 for a 1.7 pound container, which yields 16 servings. A box of Medifast shakes contains seven servings, and costs $15.50.

    Total Calories

    • One serving of GNC Lean Shake contains 180 calories, while a Medifast shake contains 90 calories.

    Macronutrient Totals

    • One GNC Lean Shake contains 2 grams of fat, 30 grams of carbohydrates, and 9 grams of protein. A Medifast shake contains 1 gram of fat, 13 grams of carbohydrates, and 11 grams of protein.

    Micronutrients

    • The micronutrient profile for both products is similiar. GNC Lean Shake does contain more Vitamin C and calcium.

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