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Protein powder mixed with water and milk; popular for muscle growth and recovery
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Protein Shake (Water and Milk Mixed) (250 g) has 200 calories. That works out to 80 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 32.5 g of protein, 3.8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
200
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
32.5g
· 65% DV
Fat
3.8g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 62% · Fat 16%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 80 calories per 100 g.
Yes, you can mix protein powder with both water and milk. The water lightens the drink, while the milk makes it creamier; shake the mixture well to help prevent lumps.
Neither is automatically better; they make different-tasting drinks. A protein shake made with water and milk is less rich than an all-milk shake but creamier than one made with water alone. Adjust the balance to suit your taste.
Yes, it can be a convenient post-workout drink. There is no need to drink it at an exact minute after exercise; fitting it into your usual eating routine matters more than rushing to finish it.
Pour the water and milk into a shaker first, add the protein powder, then close and shake thoroughly. Adding the powder first can leave dry clumps stuck at the bottom.
There is no single required ratio. Use the powder’s serving directions as a starting point, then make some of the liquid water and the rest milk. Less total liquid gives a thicker shake.
Yes, but it is best kept covered in the refrigerator and consumed soon after preparation. If you take it with you, keep it cold, and shake it again before drinking because the mixture may separate.
It can be a practical way to have protein after strength training. The milk contributes to the drink’s protein and creaminess, while the powder makes it easy to prepare; the shake does not replace a balanced eating pattern.
It can contribute to weight gain if it regularly adds more energy than you use, but the drink itself does not automatically cause weight gain. Consider whether you are using it instead of a snack or adding it on top of your usual meals.
Yes, you can warm it gently, though the texture may change. Avoid shaking hot liquid in a sealed shaker, as pressure can build up and cause splashing when you open it.
Not by itself for most people. It is an easy drink, but breakfast can provide more variety and staying power when you pair it with foods such as fruit, oats, or eggs.
Vitamins
B12
1µg · 42% DV
B2
0.45mg · 35% DV
B5
1mg · 20% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
225mg · 32% DV
Calcium
275mg · 28% DV
Iodine
20µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
400mg · 12% DV
Sodium
150mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 200 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A protein shake (water and milk mixed) is a drink made by blending protein powder with both milk and water. It has no single place of origin; it is a convenient option for people who want a quick, filling drink. Milk gives it a creamier texture and fuller taste, while water thins the mixture. It is commonly enjoyed after a workout, at breakfast or as a snack, sometimes blended with fruit such as a banana.
Its main nutritional feature is its protein content: it provides 13 g per 100 g. For a lighter shake, use more water and less milk; if your powder is already sweetened, there may be no need to add extra sugar. Follow the powder’s serving directions, then adjust the liquid to get the consistency you prefer.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.