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Natural Factors RealEasy™ with PGX® Whey Meal Replacement, Chocolate Flavour (940 g)
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About This Product
Natural Factors RealEasy with PGX Whey Meal Replacement in Chocolate Flavour is a powdered shake mix made to stand in for a meal. It combines whey protein with PGX, a blend of soluble plant fibres, plus added vitamins and minerals, lecithin and medium chain triglycerides. Two scoops (67 g) make one serving of 240 Calories with 25 g of protein, and the 940 g tub holds about 14 servings.
Nutrition per serving
One 67 g serving has 240 Calories, 25 g of protein, 7 g of fat (4 g saturated) and 22 g of carbohydrate. Of the carbohydrate, 4 g is fibre, 10 g is sugars and 5 g is sugar alcohol (xylitol). Sodium is 460 mg and potassium 800 mg. The protein is whey concentrate and isolate, with 2.7 g of leucine per serving.
Each serving also carries 5 g of PGX (konjac-mannan, xanthan gum and sodium alginate), 4.1 g of lecithin and 2.3 g of MCTs. The added vitamins and minerals run from 12% of the recommended daily intake for vitamin D up to 75% for niacin and 54% for zinc, with 62% for vitamin B1, 31% for calcium and 14% for iron. The full panel is under Ingredients.
Ingredients and allergens
Whey protein comes first, then organic cane sugar, the PGX complex, xylitol, soy lecithin and MCTs, followed by the mineral salts and vitamins and natural chocolate flavour. It contains milk and soy. The label states no wheat, gluten, yeast, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts or GMOs, and no artificial colours, preservatives or sweeteners. It is suitable for vegetarians and carries the ISURA mark for non-GMO testing.
How it compares
RealEasy comes in two bases. The whey version on this page uses dairy protein; RealEasy With PGX Vegan Meal Replacement uses plant protein for people who avoid milk. Within the whey line, the Strawberry Flavour comes in an 885 g tub at 230 Calories and 18 g of carbohydrate per 63 g serving, a little lighter than this Chocolate.
How to use it
Add 2 scoops to 250 to 500 mL of water and shake or blend until smooth, then drink it right away because PGX thickens as it sits. Use it 1 to 2 times a day in place of a meal. If you are new to PGX, start with 1 scoop in 125 to 250 mL of water and build up to 2, and drink 250 to 500 mL of water afterwards. The label cautions include: "If you are taking medication, take it one hour prior to or two hours after taking RealEasy." The full directions and cautions are under How to Take.
Who it suits
It suits adults who want a measured chocolate whey shake to replace breakfast or lunch. People under 18, or who are pregnant or breastfeeding, should speak to a health care practitioner first.
RealEasy Whey Meal Replacement Chocolate FAQ
How much protein is in a serving?
25 g of protein in 2 scoops (67 g), from whey concentrate and isolate.
How many servings are in the tub?
About 14 servings of 67 g in the 940 g tub, or 7 days at 2 shakes a day.
Is it gluten-free?
The label states no wheat or gluten. It does contain milk and soy.
Why does it thicken?
PGX absorbs water quickly, so the shake gets thicker the longer it stands. Drink it right after mixing.
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Quick Facts
How to Take
Directions
Add 2 scoops (67 g) of RealEasy powder to 250 to 500 mL of water and shake in a shaker cup or mix in a blender until smooth. Drink immediately after mixing, as it thickens quickly. Use 1 to 2 times daily as a meal replacement. When first taking RealEasy, begin with 1 scoop (33.5 g) in 125 to 250 mL of water and gradually increase to 2 scoops (67 g).
Serving option: Mix as above, pour into a bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour to make a pudding.
Notice: A small percentage of people may initially experience minor digestive changes when taking PGX. Slowly work up to the full dose to give your body time to adjust. It is important to drink adequate amounts of water (250 to 500 mL) after taking PGX.
Cautions: Consult a health care practitioner if you are under 18 years of age, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health concerns. If you are taking medication, take it one hour prior to or two hours after taking RealEasy. If your goal is to achieve weight loss, or if you are diabetic or on cholesterol lowering medications, consult a qualified health care practitioner prior to use. Keep out of the reach of children.
Full Ingredients
Nutritional Information
Per 2 scoops (67 g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 240 Cal (1000 kJ) |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Linoleic acid | 1.3 g |
| n-3 linolenic acid | 0.13 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 60 mg |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g |
| Dietary fibre | 4 g |
| Sugars | 10 g |
| Sugar alcohol | 5 g |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Sodium | 460 mg |
| Potassium | 800 mg |
Vitamins and Minerals
Percentage of recommended daily intake per serving
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 28% |
| Vitamin D | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 62% |
| Vitamin B2 | 61% |
| Niacin | 75% |
| Vitamin B6 | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 21% |
| Folacin | 30% |
| Pantothenic acid | 50% |
| Biotin | 75 mcg |
| Calcium | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 20% |
| Iron | 14% |
| Iodide | 27% |
| Magnesium | 29% |
| Copper | 0.5 mg |
| Zinc | 54% |
| Manganese | 1 mg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
| Chromium | 20 mcg |
| Molybdenum | 25 mcg |
Additional Ingredients
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Whey protein concentrate and isolate | 32 g |
| PGX (konjac-mannan, xanthan gum, sodium alginate) | 5 g |
| Lecithin | 4.1 g |
| Medium chain triglycerides | 2.3 g |
Ingredients
Whey protein [milk], Organic cane sugar, PGX polysaccharides complex (glucomannan, xanthan gum, sodium alginate), Xylitol, Soy lecithin, Medium chain triglycerides, Dicalcium phosphate dihydrate, Potassium citrate, Magnesium citrate, Sodium chloride, Calcium citrate, Vitamin D2, Ascorbic acid, Zinc citrate, Niacinamide, Biotin, Ferrous fumarate, d-Alpha tocopheryl acetate, Beta-carotene, Copper chelate, Molybdenum citrate, Selenium chelate, Manganese citrate, Calcium pantothenate, Folic acid, Thiamine hydrochloride, Pyridoxine hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin B12, Potassium iodide, Chromium chelate, Natural flavours.
Allergens
Contains milk (whey protein) and soy (soy lecithin). No wheat, gluten, yeast, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nuts.