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    What do whey protein shakes taste like?
    Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
    Registered Dietitian
    Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian specializing in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2010.
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    It is difficult to explain a taste in words. Try it to see if you like it! Try a few different brands and flavors if you don't like it on the first try.
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    Can you mix whey protein with milk?
    Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
    Registered Dietitian
    Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian specializing in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2010.
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    Yes, whey protein is actually milk protein. You can add it to liquid milk to increase the protein in your drink.
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    What the best thing to mix with protein powder?
    Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
    Registered Dietitian
    Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian specializing in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2010.
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    Frozen fruit, ice, yogurt, or peanut butter are some readers' favorites. Coco powder or green vegetables are other strong flavors that may mix well.
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    How do you make protein shakes taste better?
    Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
    Registered Dietitian
    Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian specializing in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2010.
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    Start with a favorite liquid, add the protein powder, and consider yummy flavors to mask the taste. Yogurt or ice work as good thickeners.
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