An EAS Winner

I tend to steer clear of gimmicky diet foods-- it's no secret that most are filled with more crap you don't need vs. what you do. Not to mention the fact that such products usually taste horrid. Alas, here is one exception to the (my?) rule: EAS Advantedge Carb Control Drink. I cringe at the "carb control" because it makes me think of the Atkins diet, which I have zero tolerance for, but I digress. I came across a package of this product by chance at a Food Emporium and glanced at the nutrition label, only to be pleasantly surprised at what I found-- enough so to give it a try. At 11 oz, it has only 100-110 calories with 3g of fat (0 saturated or trans), 4g carbs (2g fiber and 0 sugar), and a hefty 17g protein. The sodium could be lower, at 280g, but I don't eat a ton of salt so it wasn't of concern to me. Also on the list of good things are a solid dose of potassium, tons of vitamins, and the fact that the one artificial sweetener present- sucralose- is only there in trace amounts (it's the third to last ingredient listed). So many 'supplement' foods are insanely processed and have a list of ingredients that goes on for days, but this drink is actually very basic in its make-up. It almost sounded too good to be true, as far as ready-to-drink "healthy shakes" go, so I was ready for a metallic, chalky, all around gross flavor/consistency-- but it's actually pretty decent. I've only had the chocolate fudge and french vanilla flavors, but can attest to both being easily drinkable... without having to hold my nose or choke it down (nothing is worth that!). Great for pre or post workout, or even to just maintain energy and satiate any hunger pangs if you hit a mid or late afternoon slump.