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Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

New Improved Flavor - Food-Based™. No Soy, Dairy or Added Sugar. 15 Grams of Rice Protein. Low-Carb, Low-Fat & High-Fiber. 500 mg of Spirulina Rainbow Light's Protein Energizer™ shake is a low-fat nutritious protein shake with a delicious natural vanilla flavor and no added sugar. Unlike other protein drinks that can leave you feeling heavy and bloated, Rainbow Light's Protein Energizer will help you feel nourished, energized and ready to face your day. Plus, Protein Energizer is vegetarian, and because it contains no soy or dairy, it is very easy to digest. The perfect complement to your daily health regimen, it features:. 15 Grams of Hypoallergenic Rice Protein Per Serving - Rice protein has a complete amino acid profile making it an excellent source of protein (see Supplemental Facts below for an amino acid breakdown). And Protein Energizer is free of soy and dairy, both of which can be hard to digest and cause a feeling of heaviness and bloating. 6 Grams of Fiber Per Serving - high in fiber from six different sources: Fibersol-2™, rice bran, oat bran, beet root, apple fiber, and guar gum. 810 mg (herbal powder and strength equivalent) of Adaptogenic Herbs - that increase stamina, mental alertness and work performance without the use of stimulants like caffeine or guarana. These energizing herbs also help combat the sleepy feeling some people get when they eat protein. 500 mg of Spirulina Per Serving - far more than most other instant shakes. Spirulina is a highly nutritious blue-green algae that naturally contains a wide spectrum of vitamins and minerals, and is one of the most concentrated sources of protein in the plant or animal kingdom. Whole Food Nutrition - from spinach, kale, dandelion greens and beet juice concentrates. A Comprehensive Blend of Plant-Source Enzymes - similar to those found in raw whole foods, making Protein Energizer very easy to digest. GUARANTEE: 100% natural and VegeGuard™ screened for vegans.

Average Customer Rating: 4.11 out of 5 4.1 out of 5
58 of 72 (81%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Just What I Expected, July 20, 2009
By mommamia2 from Larwill, IN
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"I purchased this product, after reading other reviews. So, I wasn't
shocked when my drink turned a slight green color, due to the "greens"
in the formula. And, it has a bit of an off flavor, but I honestly
don't mind that. I put it in plain soy milk and just tell myself it's
good for me. What most impressed me, however, were the 15 grams of rice
protein, high fiber and greens, no gluten, no dairy and no sugar added.
I do believe it gives me the energy I need, when I fix myself a glass
in the afternoon, following a busy day at work. A great pick-me-up. I
do wish it came in a canister, though, instead of a pouch as it's
somewhat messy to scoop from. But, all-in-all, it's a very good product
and I'll probably buy it again.
"


Age: 55-64
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 2 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Good Quality, Bad Flavor, June 28, 2009
By HiLuLu
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Effectiveness: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Satisfaction: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"I prefer other protein drinks, such as Spirutein. It has great ingredients and much better flavor."

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Review 3 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
great shake, June 22, 2009
By kat478
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I bought this shake to add to my breakfast and it works great. It gives me the energy that I need, I have completely stopped drinking coffee since I've bought this shake. It makes me feel great and not bloated and it fills me up as well. The taste is not the best, and it took some time to get used to. But overall its a great product."

Age: 18-24
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Review 4 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Not my taste..., June 20, 2009
By Lulani24
Satisfaction: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"I am sure this shake is great in it's Nutriens and so on, but i could not make a Shake that did not taste like liquid cardboard to me.
I tried many different ways and also got over the terrible color of the shake when you mix it with Milk(green) - but had to send it back after all, cause i could not see myself trying it even one more time.
I wished it would have worked out for me since i need more Protein.
"


Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Referral source: Physician
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
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Review 5 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Favorite Protein drink, June 9, 2009
By damc from Michigan
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I love this protein drink. It tastes great, mixes well, and makes a great smoothie."

Age: 45-54
Gender: Female
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 6 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
repeat purchase, May 7, 2009
By pamg
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"excellent price - I always buy multiple purchaces - great taste - easy to mix -"

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Review 7 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Best Protein Shake Ever!, May 4, 2009
By highquality
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Excellent source of Protein"

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Review 8 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Great breakfast shake, May 1, 2009
By Ash1273 from Springfield, IL
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"This is a great product to add to a smoothie. I felt a little increase in energy, but not a huge amount. Just enough to get me through the morning. If you have fatigue issues then you would have to drink another one for lunch or take an extra energy boosting supplement. Nevertheless, this has a large quantity of superfoods, wholefoods, vitamins, minerals, ect. For the price it is unbeatable. I didn't feel a huge difference just enough to get me through the morning. I will continue to drink this and add a energy supplement to the mix."

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 3-5 supplements daily
Referral source: Other
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: 30-60 days
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Review 9 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
I Wanted To Like it., April 25, 2009
By HealthSey from Los Angeles, CA
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Quality: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Effectiveness: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Satisfaction: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"I have a pretty strong tolerance for taste with superfoods, and eat Chlorella and Spirulina all the time. However, I just wasnt able to stand the taste of this unfortunately."

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 3-5 supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 10 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
not what I expected, March 21, 2009
By healthymi
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Effectiveness: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Satisfaction: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5

"chalky , chalky, good quality product but the flavor is not what I expected, the texture of the shake is chalky no matter what I mix it with"

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Review 11 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Shake, March 19, 2009
By Cesca

"Great nutrients
and fiber
Not very tasty
"


Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 1-2 supplements daily
Referral source: Friend
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 12 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
March 2, 2009
By Kimchi
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Been using this for 6 years and love it. Light on my stomach and doesn't make me congested."

Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 3-5 supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 13 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Really Gross, February 26, 2009
By easynrg
Value: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Quality: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Effectiveness: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Satisfaction: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"I have tried many protein powders. This one is by far the most disgusting. I don't understand the other reviews... This stuff is really foul."

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Review 14 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Great tasting!, February 22, 2009
By clockwatcher from Texas
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"This is a very delicious protein drink. It does not leave you feeling bloated, or too full! Very satisfying."

Age: 65-74
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 1-2 supplements daily
Referral source: Friend
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 15 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Rainbow Light, February 22, 2009
By hotrod

"I love this shake. I can't handle soy, this is a perfect alternative."

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 16 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
PLEASE IMPROVE THAT TASTE!!!!, February 11, 2009
By Dizi from CA
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Quality: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"I always used the Walkers Diet shake and when my co-worker told me she is using Rainbow light brand I decided to try the shake... Oh boy...

The taste...that taste is horrible.... PLEASE IMPROVE THAT TASTE...... It feels as you eating a wall paper.... never again. I would rather be hungry!!!
"


Age: 25-34
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 1-2 supplements daily
Referral source: Other
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Less than 30 days
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Review 17 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Awesome Product, January 28, 2009
By CrystalRiverKim from Crystal River, FL
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I drink this either first thing in the morning or between meals as a pick me up. It is very energizing! the flavor is not that fab, but blended with some fruit it's terrific!"

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: 30-60 days
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Review 18 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Considering What's In It. . ., January 21, 2009
By SeaSunshineGirl from Orlando, FL

"The reviews of this product on this site are completely polar. So use some common sense, and put the product in perspective. It is an extremely comprehensive mix of rice protein PLUS energizing herbs PLUS whole green food. And finally, it's sugar-free, sweetened with stevia (which has no impact on your blood sugar). It's the most comprehensive soy-free, vegan, low-carb supplement you can get in a smoothie mix form. Of course, with all this stuff in it, it's going to taste somewhat "green" and it may be less smooth (or grittier) than whey or soy protein. But if you DO want a major impact, vegan, whole meal replacement--and you do NOT want sugar, soy, or dairy, this is your product. Nothing else compares with all of these features. The chocolate tastes waaaay better than the vanilla (which doesn't really taste like vanilla). I WHISK the chocolate into about 6 ounces of almond or rice milk to make a nice pudding (the whisk thickens it nicely). The vanilla needs to be mixed with frozen fruit to taste good. I like to mix it with a small amount of almond milk, plus frozen cherries, and flax seed oil. You can also toss in some almond butter. Enjoy!"

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
Duration of use: Over 180 days
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Top 500 Contributor Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
excellent fast breakfast, December 27, 2008
By zebsmom from california
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"tastes great, is truly energizing & not soy or milk based."

Age: 45-54
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 1-2 supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Enhanced performance
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 20 for Rainbow Light Protein Energizer™ Vanilla Energy Shake -- 17 oz

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Great low carb drink mix, December 16, 2008
By KokopelliGirl from Richardson, Texas
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I've used this product for several years and am so excited to see it on the Vitacost site for a lot less than I'm used to paying. I avoid soy & eat low-carb and had tried various products but found nothing I could stand to drink daily until this. In hot Texas summers, this is a great substitute for the heat of cooking and the heaviness of food at dinnertime. My daughter has it for breakfast. It's great with milk, juice, or yogurt; with or without fruit, and it really sticks with you. I strongly recommend this product!"

Age: 35-44
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 3-5 supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Over 180 days
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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