“It tastes OK, but it is watery when first mixed, and I prefer the thicker consistency of other brands which I recently abandonded due to lead content. I have tried letting it sit for an hour or two in the fridge, and then it seems to get a bit too thick, resulting in difficulty getting it out of the included shake mixer. Sadly, I cannot continue eating this product due to the inclusion of sucralose, which has been shown to be disruptive to the gut microbiome and alter insulin and glucose levels in NIH sudies. I sure wish it didn't have something that research shows is harmful! Otherwise I might have continued buying it. I appreciated the balance of macro and micro nutrients, at the very least. In the end, you need to ask yourself how comfortable you are with sucralose.”
Hi there,
Thank you for your thoughtful review of the Plenny Shake Chocolate. Sucralose is one of the most researched sweeteners, with extensive safety evaluations by food authorities like the EFSA and FDA. Studies have shown that it is safe for consumption, does not affect blood sugar levels, and is well tolerated by most people.
We have considered switching to a natural sweetener many times, not because sucralose is dangerous, but because we know some people prefer alternatives. However, after testing multiple options, we found that none provided the same great taste without compromising quality. Our tasting panel consistently prefers the current formula, so we’ve kept it as is.
If you have any further suggestions or if you'd like to discuss a refund, please feel free to reach out at love@jimmyjoy.com.
With love ❤️
“I though I'd really like the Chocolate flavor, especially since the powder in the bag smells so good. Unfortunately, I couldn't taste any chocolate in it–to me it tasted the way clay smells. Not atrocious, but not tasty at all. I had to add an extra scoop to not feel hungry an hour before my next meal, but may not have had it long enough for my system to get used to it. It mixes easily with the water. I do like a couple of flavors (Strawberry and Banana), so I'm going to try other flavors when I reorder.”
Hi Sylvia,
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on the Plenny Shake Chocolate. We're sorry to hear that the flavor didn't resonate with you as much as we hoped. Your feedback about the taste is valuable, and we appreciate your willingness to explore other flavors that you already enjoy.
If you have any further feedback or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out at love@jimmyjoy.com.
With love ❤️
“Intense and good taste and a variety of good ingredients. My gut takes it with ease which is not usual with such meal replacements / supplements.
I like as an additional meal post lunch, prior dinner.
Just be clear that the consistency is still a bit kinda sandy. Let it sit for a minute or two before enjoying.”
“Love the chocolate shake! I add a little bit of milk to it to make it even more creamier, but not necessary.
And the whole family loves the chocolate bars - we always bring a few of them when traveling.”
