Beverages, UNILEVER, SLIMFAST, meal replacement, regular, ready-to-drink, 3-2-1 Plan
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A ready-to-drink, chocolate-flavored meal replacement shake from the SlimFast 3-2-1 Plan, designed for convenient calorie control. It has a smooth, creamy texture and a sweet, cocoa-like taste, providing a low-calorie (57 kcal per 100g) source of protein and fiber in a portable bottle.
Calorie split: 22% protein · 50% carbs · 28% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People appreciate its simplicity and effectiveness as a quick meal substitute that fits into a busy lifestyle. The familiar chocolate milkshake flavor makes it an accessible and palatable choice for those managing their weight.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (5.95g per 100g) may cause blood-sugar spikes for some individuals, and it lacks the whole-food nutrients of a balanced meal. For better blood sugar management, pair it with a handful of nuts or seeds, or use it as a snack rather than a sole meal replacement.
Key benefits
- Supports calorie-controlled meal replacement plans
- Provides a convenient, on-the-go nutrition option
- Contains added fiber to promote satiety
- Offers a source of protein in a low-fat format
- Pre-measured for easy portion control
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The SlimFast brand was originally founded in 1977 as a weight-loss center in Florida before launching its iconic shake products in 1981.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 85.7 g |
| Energy | 57.0 kcal |
| Energy | 238 kj |
| Protein | 3.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.9 g |
| Ash | 0.86 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 161 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.87 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 45.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 161 mg |
| Potassium, K | 193 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 68.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.72 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 19.4 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.17 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.19 mg |
| Niacin | 2.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.23 mg |
| Folate, total | 39.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 39.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 66.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 14.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.68 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.68 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 170 ug |
| Retinol | 170 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 565 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 4.6 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 4.6 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 45.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.54 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.28 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.97 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.32 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.31 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.15 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 3.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, carbonated, tonic water — USDA does not publish this profile for Beverages.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is this a complete meal replacement?
It is designed to replace one meal per day as part of a structured plan, but it does not provide the full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients found in whole foods. It's best used alongside other balanced meals.
Can I use this as a post-workout drink?
While it contains some protein, it's not optimized for post-workout recovery. A dedicated protein shake or a meal with a higher protein-to-carb ratio would be more effective for muscle repair.
Is it suitable for people with lactose intolerance?
The standard version contains milk proteins and may contain lactose. Check the label for a lactose-free version or consider a plant-based alternative if you are sensitive.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.57 kcal/g · 23% calories from protein · 1.6 g fiber · 6.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.35 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.