Black Edition

Honestly I like Huel... i know it's processed but it's really improved my health and wellbeing in so many ways.

*their complete black one

Huel black & form performance

At least one a week lol (Huel fudge brownie for me)

I did Huel Black, until today. The cofounder was promoting an AMA for tomorrow. I was perusing the questions and came across an article from Consumer Reports saying to avoid it because of high lead values. [Check It](https://www.consumerreports.org/lead/protein-powders-and-shakes-contain-high-levels-of-lead-a4206364640/)

I like Huel (black) because they it doesn’t have artificial sweeteners, which I can’t stand the aftertaste of. I’m picky about flavors and only like the vanilla (and the peanut butter, rip) and like to blend it with frozen berries

Drinking is the easiest way to get food you don't love into you (or me at least). I like some Orgain tubs that Costco sells. Pea protein based mostly. I react to a number of things, including peanuts which are a common cheap protein source. Huel, a meal replacement aiming to be nutritionally complete has a higher protein version (black edition). Not amazing tasting, but could be more palatable to you. Not cheap, but if you buy a bunch each unit gets cheaper for you. And they have a number of flavors or varieties, even some "hot" stuff. Personally texture is really important for me. Like how it feels to take a bite, and chew it. Notice it in my mouth as I do. That's part of why cooking meat at home is so hard for me (haven't done it often enough to figure it out). Versus the basic tastes (sour, bitter, salty, sweet, umami, or spicy/hot). Or smells/aromas. Fake sugars sometimes can be combined to get closer to typical sugar sensations. Some protein powders are gritty or chalky. Often sugar makes things easier for me to happily consume. And fat helps me feel full for longer (it isn't as evil as most people think, in fact we need some). Same with fiber, so maybe you'd want a low fiber option like a whey protein or milk based protein powder (Muscle milk was pretty palatable and cheaper than many).

This might be a hot take but I really like Huel Black as a protein supplement. It’s a little higher in calories than other protein powders but I find that is a small price to pay for the balanced macronutrient and vitamin profiles and the “stick-to-your-ribs” feeling that keeps me full for a while. I will sometimes throw in a scoop or two of Naked Pea protein powder with it to add more protein without adding a ton more calories. If you’re interested in a breakdown of the macros for Huel Black salted caramel flavor, I made a 5 minute video (fyi YouTube link 🔗) here: https://youtu.be/sACU1EOzwn0?si=7UdDK6WqCJqwTWCI

Big fan of the Huel Black. More protein and less carbs than the regular version