Nutritional powder mix (Slim Fast)
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SlimFast nutritional powder mix is a sweet, vanilla-flavored drink mix designed as a meal replacement for weight management. When blended with water or milk, it creates a smooth, creamy shake with a slightly chalky texture. Nutritionally, it's a high-carb, moderate-fiber formula with a significant 38g of sugar per 100g.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 66% carbs · 27% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People appreciate its simplicity and effectiveness for quick, portion-controlled meals, especially during busy schedules. The sweet, familiar vanilla flavor makes it an easy, palatable option for those following a structured diet.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The very high sugar content (38g/100g) can cause blood-sugar spikes and subsequent energy crashes. To counteract this, mix it with unsweetened almond milk or water instead of juice, and pair it with a handful of nuts or a spoonful of nut butter to add protein and healthy fats, which slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Convenient calorie-controlled meal replacement
- High in dietary fiber (18.1g/100g) for satiety
- Fortified with vitamins and minerals
- Simple portion control for weight loss plans
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The original SlimFast plan, famous for its 'A Shake for Breakfast, A Shake for Lunch, and a Sensible Dinner' slogan, was launched in 1977 and became a cultural phenomenon in the 1980s and 90s.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.0 g |
| Energy | 448 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 13.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 73.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 18.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 364 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.68 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 385 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 385 mg |
| Potassium, K | 247 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 472 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 17.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.77 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 67.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.3 mg |
| Thiamin | 1.4 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.65 mg |
| Niacin | 38.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 2.3 mg |
| Folate, total | 385 ug |
| Folic acid | 384 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 653 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 8.1 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 8.1 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1034 ug |
| Retinol | 1034 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 51.9 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 51.9 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 9.6 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 96.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.4 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.73 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.78 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 10.5 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 9.5 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.10 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 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 |
| Cholesterol | 5.0 mg |
FAQ
Is SlimFast powder just for shakes?
No, it's versatile. You can mix it into oatmeal, yogurt, pancake batter, or blend it into smoothies to boost the nutritional profile of various foods.
How does it taste?
It has a distinct, sweet vanilla flavor similar to a vanilla milkshake. The texture can be slightly powdery or chalky if not blended thoroughly.
Is it suitable for diabetics?
Due to its high sugar content, it is generally not recommended for diabetics without consulting a healthcare provider, as it can significantly impact blood glucose levels.
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 4.48 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 18.1 g fiber · 38.0 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: 1.91 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.