Dr. Michael Mosely
If you’ve ever tried to keep your diet on track while juggling work, family, and the battlefield that is the modern commute, you’ll know the drill: reach for whatever’s quick, hope for the best, and usually end up with something your pancreas should probably classify as hostile. That’s where Fast 800 shakes come storming in—nutritional reinforcements with a Mediterranean passport and a no-nonsense attitude.
Most grab-and-go snacks look healthy until you read the label and discover they’re basically dessert with a marketing degree. Even protein shakes, once the gym hero’s trusty sidekick, have drifted into murky waters—sweetened, stripped back, and often nutritionally flimsy.
So, the team at The Fast 800 decided to draw a line in the sand. As they put it: “The team and I at The Fast 800 wanted to stand out from the crowd and align our nutritional shakes to the principles we stand for, The Mediterranean Diet.”
And thus, Fast 800 shakes were born—made from all-natural ingredients and loaded with fibre, protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. Their Chocolate and Coconut Shakes aim to scratch that chocolate itch without sending your blood sugar into orbit.
A Quick, Honest Recipe Worth Making
This low-calorie, low-carb shake comes together in two minutes—quicker than the time it takes to persuade yourself to skip the biscuit tin.
Serves: 1
Calories (UK shake): 329
Ingredients:
- 50g The Fast 800 Chocolate Shakes Powder
- 10g desiccated coconut
- 300ml unsweetened almond milk
Method:
Blitz the lot in a blender, pour it tall, drink it proud.
What You Should Be Looking For in a Proper Shake
Let’s get straight to it. If your shake doesn’t contain enough fibre to remind your digestive system what its job is, you’re wasting your time.
Fibre comes in two forms—soluble and insoluble—and both matter. Soluble fibre forms a gel that helps digestion and supports steady blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Insoluble fibre behaves like the world’s politest broom, sweeping the digestive tract, adding bulk, and preventing constipation. The bottom line? Your gut wants both. Your body needs both.
And yes, Fast 800 shakes deliver both. As they confirm: “The Fast 800 shakes contain both soluble and insoluble fibre, something we refused to sacrifice in the making of the product.”
The difference between these shakes and the usual suspects on the shelf comes down to the Mediterranean-style ingredients—real food with actual nutritional purpose. A third of your daily fibre intake is packed into each one thanks to three heavy hitters: almond flour, coconut flour and flax seeds.
They give the shakes a bit of texture, but honestly, that’s the point. They’re filling, functional, and they behave like food—not the space-age dust most shakes resemble.
The Mediterranean Workhorses Behind the Formula
Almond Flour
Almonds are tiny nutritional powerhouses. They help manage blood sugar, lower LDL cholesterol, and come loaded with magnesium, vitamin E, and B2. Their low glycemic index means steady energy rather than a roller-coaster spike.
Flax Seeds
Flax is the multitasker of the seed world. Packed with soluble and insoluble fibre, plus plant-based omega-3s, they’re especially valuable for vegetarians and vegans. Rich in lignans—plant compounds linked to lower glucose levels and reduced risk of metabolic syndrome—they support heart health, gut function, and metabolic stability.
Coconut Flour
Scientifically linked to better digestion, heart health and blood sugar control, coconut flour brings healthy fats and MCTs into the mix. Unlike long-chain fats that hog the spotlight, MCTs fuel brain and heart health more efficiently. It’s also a solid source of plant-based iron—something a surprising amount of people lack.
How to Make Your Shake Work for You
A shake doesn’t need to be complicated, but a bit of tinkering can make it perfect:
- Blend it properly. If texture bothers you, blitz it until it behaves.
- Adjust your liquid. Everyone’s different—more water, less water… figure out your sweet spot.
- Try unsweetened almond milk. Low in calories, carbs and sugar, it gives the shake a creamy edge.
- Throw in some frozen berries. Low-sugar, big flavour, and they make the whole thing extra refreshing.
- Serve it hot. Yes, hot. “Hot chocolate is a firm favourite in The Fast 800 office,” and given the ingredients, it’s about as guilt-free as hot chocolate gets.
- Add spice. Cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, even chilli—a little seasoning goes a long way without adding calories.
The Verdict
In a world where convenience usually means compromise, Fast 800 shakes take a refreshingly old-school approach: real food, proper fibre, and ingredients that actually do something for your body. They’re built on the timeless principles of the Mediterranean diet, but designed for a life that never stands still.
If you want something quick, honest and grounded in solid nutrition—not marketing fluff—these shakes won’t let you down.
