Most dieters are skeptical about starting a new weight management program for fear of feeling tired, weak, and starved. After all, they think that a thin physique means weighing as little as possible. However, in most cases, losing weight is the easy part. To maintain an active lifestyle and achieve a lean, healthy body, you must build. Lean Complete provides proper nutrition, added energy, and protein for a lean, healthy body. The result: you lose inches, increase energy, and make your overall appearance healthier than before. For a healthy, nutritional protein shake, stay fueled with a Lean Complete. Lean Complete is a filling, energizing drink that helps you manage your weight.

Enjoy this great-tasting, low-fat treat in milk chocolate or creamy vanilla flavour. Newly reformulated with less fat, sugar and carbs, Lean Complete is the perfect protein shake/mini meal for weight watchers.

Protein from whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and milk protein isolate helps prevent lean-muscle loss and rebuild muscles. To promote optimal protein absorption, Lean Complete includes Unicity's Protein Assimilation Enhancer Blend with AMINOGEN®, a protease enzyme that enhances protein absorption by 41 percent. Moreover, the inclusion of natural fibre helps you feel fuller, and a vitamin/mineral blend provides nutrients to optimize overall health. Together, these nutrients help energize your body; maintain strong and healthy muscle. So keep on going --- and stay healthy --- with Lean Complete.

Science

During dieting, the body naturally tries to protect itself from perceived famine by going into starvation crisis mode. In this mode, the body starts clinging to fat deposits because those deposits will provide the most energy in the long run. Meanwhile, the body starts breaking down muscle tissue to use as energy. To counter this loss of lean muscle mass, protein consumption must be increased.

Studies have shown that protein prevents the loss of lean muscle and actually helps rebuild muscles. In addition, maintaining the proper protein-to-carbohydrate dietary ratio is critical for optimal weight management. Studies show that increasing the protein-to-carbohydrate ratio has positive effects on body composition, blood lipids, and satiety during weight management.

Carbohydrates are problematic because the body converts them into sugar via an enzyme called alpha-amylase and, when those sugars aren't used for energy, secretes insulin to convert them into glycogen, which can then be stored in fat cells. One of the best ways to eliminate this fat-storage cycle is to reduce intake of carbohydrates.

Research indicates that eating smaller, more frequent meals may enhance nutrient absorption, promote stable blood-sugar levels, and enhance the metabolic rate. Current recommendations suggest that fat should provide no more than 20 to 30 percent of total caloric intake, carbohydrates should contribute approximately 40 to 50 percent of total caloric intake, and protein should make up the remaining 20 to 40 percent. In addition to maintaining these overall ratios in the diet, one should also strive to consume the proper types of macronutrients. Fat intake, for example, should be high in unsaturated fat and essential fatty acids. The best food sources for such fats are soybeans and cold-water fish. Complex carbohydrates should be consumed in lieu of highly processed simple sugars. Complex carbohydrates have lower glycemic indices and also provide fibre to the diet. Proteins should supply all essential amino acids without increased consumption of fat.

FAQ

Q. Can vegetarians consume Lean Complete?
A. The formulation contains protein from milk and whey, so it is not a vegetarian product.

• Primary -- men and women who are overweight or obese, or those want a protein shake/mini meal.

• Secondary -- men and women who are on an exercise regimen and require more protein intake.

• High-protein, low-fat supplement that supports optimal weight management
• Low in fat, sugar and carbohydrates
• Contains a complex blend of protein with AMINOGEN® and aloe vera to enhance protein absorption
• Contains essential vitamins, minerals, and natural fibres for healthy weight management
• Delicious cocoa chocolate flavour

Add 1 scoop (37 g) of Lean Complete powder to 250 mL of skim milk. Blend or shake thoroughly until dissolved. A blender is recommended for ease of mixing.

Whey protein isolates & concentrates, milk protein isolate, inulin, cocoa, organic cane juice solids, natural flavours (includes stevia), natural citrus flavour extract, modified corn starch, cream solids (contains modified milk ingredients, soy lecithin, BHA), salt, xanthan gum, vitamins and minerals (ascorbic acid, ferrous sulfate, niacinamide, thiamine hydrochloride, vitamin A palmitate), beta carotene (colour), potassium citrate, dipotassium phosphate, Aminogen® (protease enzymes from aspergilus niger and aspergilus oryzae), tricalcium phosphate, and powdered aloe vera extract.