Top 5 Ingredients of a Weight Gain Shake

1. Bananas contain a high amount of calories, vitamins, minerals, fiber and most importantly, flavor. They are a great addition to your post workout shake and to have as a snack throughout the day.

2. Honey is not only high in sugar, which is excellent for a post workout shake, but is also high in antioxidants which can protect you from a variety of diseases.

3. Chocolate milk has been shown, in some studies, to help athletes recover from a workout better than any other protein/carbohydrate combination. You can drink it alone or add it into your shake instead of regular milk.

4. While ice cream doesn't have any antioxidants it is loaded with calories which is essential for gaining weight. It also adds consistency and flavor to any drink.

5. Frozen fruits are high in nutrients, flavor and sugar and are a lot cheaper than fresh produce.

For more ways to gain muscle, visit the Guide to Gaining Weight. You can also see how others make their protein shakes and share your own recipes at the nutrition forums.

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