Protein powders and shakes
Adults need about 0.75g of protein per kilogram of body weight a day, which most people in the UK already eat.
Short answer Adults need about 0.75g of protein per kilogram of body weight a day, which most people in the UK already eat. A protein powder is a convenience, useful if you train hard, eat little, or want an easy high-protein snack.
Types of protein
| Source | Notes |
|---|---|
| Whey | From milk; complete; mixes well |
| Casein | From milk; digests slowly |
| Egg | Complete; dairy-free |
| Pea, soy, rice | Plant-based; blends improve the amino acid profile |
What to check
Protein per serving, sugar and sweeteners, the serving size the numbers are based on, and whether it is batch-tested if you compete in sport.
Shake or meal replacement?
They are different things. A meal replacement must meet set rules on calories, protein, vitamins and minerals. Oriflame describes its Natural Balance Shake as a high-protein snack, with 7.3 to 7.7g of protein per serving from whey, egg and pea plus fibre. See weight management.
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- Wellosophy Natural Balance ShakeA ready-to-mix protein powder in three flavours, described by Oriflame as a high-protein snack.
- How to choose a supplementAsk six things: do I need it, is the dose sensible, is the form one I will take, does it have evidence, is it safe for me, and what does it cost per day?.
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Questions people ask
How much protein do I need?
About 0.75g per kilogram of body weight a day for most adults.
Is protein powder necessary?
No. It is a convenient way to add protein, not a requirement.
Can I take this with medication?
Ask a pharmacist or GP first; some supplements interact with medicines.
Do supplements replace a balanced diet?
No. They are meant to add to a varied diet, not stand in for one.
Sources
- Great Britain nutrition and health claims register (opens in a new tab)
- Oriflame UK product pages (opens in a new tab)
Checked 9 October 2026.