Protein Shakes for Metabolic Support
Discover how the right combination of protein and fiber supports healthy metabolic function, promotes satiety, and helps you reach your wellness goals.
What is Metabolic Support?
Your metabolism is the engine that powers everything your body does. Metabolic support means giving your body the nutrients it needs to function efficiently, including converting food to energy, maintaining muscle mass, regulating blood sugar, and managing hunger signals.
When your metabolism is well-supported, you experience:
- Steady energy throughout the day
- Natural hunger and fullness cues that work properly
- Healthy blood sugar regulation
- Efficient calorie utilization
- Better body composition over time
How Protein Supports Metabolic Health
Thermic Effect
Your body burns 20-35% of protein calories during digestion. That's 3-5x more than carbs or fat. More protein = more metabolic activity.
Muscle Preservation
Muscle is metabolically active tissue. Adequate protein (0.7-1g per pound of body weight) helps preserve muscle, keeping your metabolism higher.
Satiety Hormones
Protein triggers release of satiety hormones like GLP-1, CCK, and PYY. These signal to your brain that you're full and satisfied.
Blood Sugar Stability
Protein slows the absorption of carbohydrates, leading to more stable blood sugar and fewer energy crashes.
Why Fiber is Essential for Metabolic Support
Here's what most people miss: fiber is just as important as protein for metabolic health. Especially prebiotic fiber.
The Gut-Metabolism Connection
Your gut microbiome directly influences your metabolism. When you feed your gut bacteria with prebiotic fiber, they produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that:
- Stimulate natural GLP-1 production (the "fullness hormone")
- Improve insulin sensitivity
- Support healthy cholesterol metabolism
- Reduce inflammation that can slow metabolism
The Protein + Fiber Combination: Better Together
While protein and fiber each support metabolism individually, they work even better together:
- Extended Satiety: Protein provides 1-2 hours of fullness. Add fiber, and you get 3-4 hours.
- Amplified Hormone Response: The combination triggers stronger GLP-1 and PYY release than either alone.
- Better Blood Sugar: Fiber slows glucose absorption while protein provides stable energy.
- Gut-Muscle Axis: A healthy gut supports better protein absorption and muscle synthesis.
todo: Designed for Metabolic Support
We formulated todo with the optimal combination of 26g complete protein + 6g prebiotic fiber specifically to support metabolic health. Zero added sugar, no artificial sweeteners, made with Real California Milk.
Shop Protein + Fiber ShakesHow to Support Your Metabolism with Nutrition
- Start your day with protein + fiber - Sets up stable energy and reduces cravings all day
- Aim for 25-30g protein per meal - Maximizes muscle protein synthesis
- Get 25-30g fiber daily - Most people only get 15g; prioritize prebiotic sources
- Avoid added sugars - They spike insulin and disrupt metabolic signals
- Stay consistent - Metabolic benefits compound over weeks and months
What to Look for in a Metabolic Support Shake
- High protein (20-30g): Complete proteins with all essential amino acids
- Prebiotic fiber (5-6g): Inulin, chicory root, or similar
- Zero added sugar: Natural sweeteners only
- No artificial sweeteners: Sucralose can disrupt gut bacteria
- Quality ingredients: Real milk, recognizable ingredients
Designed for Metabolic Support
todo combines 26g of complete protein with 6g of prebiotic fiber. This powerful combination supports healthy metabolic function, helps regulate blood sugar, and naturally supports your body's fullness hormones.
Protein + fiber keep you satisfied longer
Designed for Metabolic Support
todo combines 26g of complete protein with 6g of prebiotic fiber. This powerful combination supports healthy metabolic function, helps regulate blood sugar, and naturally supports your body's fullness hormones.
