Kids Protein Shake AlternativesKids protein shakes: what to watch for on the label
Shakes come in many varieties, and labels are the best guide. Here is what to look at first.
Sugar
Many shakes are sweetened, and some are closer to dessert than to a snack. Check grams of sugar per serving and compare with the serving size you will actually pour.
Protein source
Whey, milk, pea or another source. Allergens matter, and so does how your child tolerates dairy. Read the allergen line before anything else.
Convenience
A ready-to-drink shake needs a fridge or a cooler. A powder needs a shaker. Think about where and when it will be used.
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A gummy such as Punchies lists 5g of protein and under 4g of sugar for a five-gummy serving, with no mixing. The label is at Punchies protein gummies. Related reading: Do kids need protein supplements on kidsproteinsupplement.com.
Want to see the label? Punchies protein gummies are sold at the Punchies store, with a 60-day money-back guarantee.
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