How long do protein shakes last?
Jan Meriss Alfonso Assistant at Ike Cella Nutrition Coaching Refrigerating protein shakes Refrigerating protein shakes for longer shelf life is important if you want your shakes to stay fresh. The first tip is to make them the night before. Even if you leave them out in the refrigerator for the entire day, they will still have some nutritional value. Keeping them at 40 degrees Fahrenheit will extend their shelf life by two to three days. This depends on the type of protein and other ingredients. However, it's important to note that adding extra ingredients will accelerate spoilage. While protein powders are best consumed within 30 minutes of mixing, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days. After this time, the mixture will separate, and the consistency will change. Also, the protein powder may start to froth up. Signs that a protein shake has gone bad There are a few telltale signs that a protein shake has gone bad. First, it has an odor. Secondly, th...