Stay cool and boost protein with these reimagined frosty favorites

Spring has come extra early this year and forecasters say it's on tap to be a scorcher of a Summer. This poses problems for those of us trying to lose weight as many a cool Summer treat like milkshakes and iced mochas are huge sinks of empty calories.

Fortunately, our friends over at Premier Nutrition have our backs and have re-invented some of our frosty favorites to have less calories and high protein. A fat reduction overview can help you produce a clear outline of what you demand to focus on to carry out your fat reduction goal if you're a starter; or serve as a reminder for the ones who are at an intermediate or more advance phase of their weight-loss plan. Following are seven steps that can serve as methods for your special weight loss plan. The first thing that one must understand is that losing weight and losing fat is not a similar thing. Many weight loss courses have fooled people into wondering that it is the same, but most diets and weight loss programs only work by resulting in a person's body to reduce more muscle cells and water than actual body fat, more help please visit The Fat Loss Factor. Try some of these out on a hot Summer day.

All recipes come courtesy of Premier Nutrition and are used with permission:

Fresh Berry Boost Smoothie
1 Premier Protein Vanilla Shake
1/2 cup Acai juice
1 cup Raspberries
1/2 cup Blueberries
Approx. 6 ice cubes

Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth. Pour into glass and start your day with a boost!

Iced Mocha Fusion
3/4 cup skim milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 scoops Premier Protein 100% Whey Protein Isolate Chocolate Milkshake
1 serving mocha flavored instant coffee mix
1 cup crushed ice

Directions: In a blender, combine milk, vanilla, instant coffee mix and crushed ice. Blend until smooth. Pour into glass and serve.

Muscle Monkey Frosty
1 Banana peeled and frozen
1 Premier Protein Chocolate Shake
3 Tbsp Peanut Butter
Ice for volume

Directions: Break frozen banana into pieces, combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until lightly chunky. Scoop into large cup and serve with a spoon.

You can get Premier Nutrition's ready to drink shakes in the Nashville area at local Costco stores. Premier Nutrition's Whey Protein Isolate is available at area Sam's Club stores.

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