I have some friends I love very much in Visalus and I would never say anything bad about another company.
As an objective health coach, I do know a couple things:
1) Soy protein has been clinically proven in journals to hurt thyroid function (especially in women) & shown to promote cancer. The other part of the soy plant (non-protein part) is ok.
2) Higher levels of dairy (like milk suggested for Visalus shake) does not improve human function & well being.
3) Un-denatured organic weigh protein (New Zealand based in Isagenix Shakes) which is rich in cysteine, the main precursor of glutathione… which has been clinically proven to boost immune systems up to 500%. (This ‘above organic’ grade protein is not avail in US except from Isagenix).
4) The Isagenix shakes have prolytic digestive enzymes to assimilate the nutrients like the 72 trace minerals (which the Visalus shake doesn’t have) so its bio-available to the body.
5) As Drew pointed out, Isagenix is cheaper in reality because it can replace a full meal. I would have to take 2-3 shakes after a workout if I was drinking the Visalus shakes.
***As you can see, we could go on & on, but there really is no comparison on the health side.
Great post, Drew!

There are many great products out there today but from what your presented Drew. The evidence is pretty compelling. I do not drink milk since it is dead food (unless it’s raw milk). And the fact it’s not a complete balanced meal replacement…what’s the point then. As a certified holistic health coach I guide people to do what’s right for their bodies. Most people as David also commented upon don’t respond well to soy based products. the health risks are not worth it in my opinion.

Great article and chart, Drew. Thank you! Love all the fact based and unbiased remarks posted here. I agree with all. Would also just add that anyone who is recommending U.S. commercial dairy has not studied that facts: commercial cows in the U.S. are mistreated (a huge issue for me) and their product is to be avoided at all costs.
Again, Drew, thanks for this article and all you do to keep us up to speed.
Pam Russell

Drew,
I’m so happy someone finally “debunked” the steady stream of misinformation coming from V…
Thanks man.

Wow! This is awesome! Thanks everyone for chiming in! @Seth, yes, Isagenix really has a great set of products! @David, I’m with you – I’m just sticking with the facts as presented. Thanks for the additional points from a health coach’s perspective. People, listen to what @David has to say! @Nick, YES! Isagenix products, while all natural and mostly organic, find it’s foundation and formulations deeply rooted in science. Sorry, however, no MediFast info. @Janet, thanks for your input. As a certified holistic health coach, your input brings much value! @Francis – great point. One that I happen to agree with. There is little to compare, really. @Pam! Thanks for stopping by! It seems that for many reason that you, @Janet, and @David mentioned, cow’s milk has issues. @Mandy, thanks for stopping by! @Mike, great to see you here! Give me a shout! @drdorian, thanks for sharing your personal experience, having tried both products!
Folks, for what it’s worth, there were other comments for this blog post that contained somewhat heated and accusatory language that I did not feel comfortable sharing with you. If you happened to read it before it was pulled, I apologize for that. If you left a comment in passion and it was not posted, I apologize for that too.
Everyone, thank you so much for sharing! Please stop by often!
For what it’s worth, here’s another piece I found when researching: http://www.cbc.ca/video/#/Shows/1221254309/ID=2194076306

@ Ann – yes one is definitely a meal replacement…. and your right about the facts… no contest

Thanks so much for your information. We’ve been with Isagenix for about 4 years and love it and were recently approached by close friends who are doing the Body By Vi and wanted us to try it. The first question I asked them was if the ingredients used in Body By Vi (vitamins/minerals) were naturally derived (and/or organic) or if they were synthetic. They couldn’t answer but I know our heart and minds are with Isagenix. Your article just really seals the deal when people compare. Thanks again, Drew!

Hi Drew, yes, will definitely post and retweet.

Big High Five to you Tim…

HI there! I would like to do a little debunking myself. I appreciate the quality of Isagenix and realize that our shakes (visalus and isagenix) comparatively are SEEMINGLY for different purposes.. but I need to inform that Visalus Shakes are actually considered Meal Replacement AND Supplemental as well. We have a kit to fit ANY need or goal. As a meal replacement, YES… we encourage people to add fruit and milk to it.. as a supplement it is an INCREDIBLE way to get quality protein with the trisorb blend we have in it of whey concentrate, hydrolosate and Soy (which, btw.. is NON GMO AND has had the isoflavones removed so there is no effect on thyroid, estrogen levels, etc). Soy is a great protein to help with weight loss but we have it in there to market to a wider variety of people, especially those WITH heart disease, diabetes, etc… As we like to say.. its not just about weight loss with us. OUr proteins, together have been proven to burn fat and create lean muscle mass simultaneously. Most of our customers have noticed they are losing inches before pounds..which, we all know is what we want to happen. And one of the reasons our carbs are kept low and sugar content (using tiny amounts of sucralose .03 gms per shake) is so diabetics can safely use this without sugar spikes. As far as this being enough protein to create lean muscle mass.. on our Fit Kit I just lost 5 lbs of fat and 6 inches…I am leaner than I have ever been.
ALso… the science IS there to back it up. We actually put our products through clinical trials and have 1 of the countries TOP Docs on our board. Dr. Michael Seidman, who’s credentials are long.
I just wanted to make sure everyone has the correct information out there.. this is not to argue or be derogatory.. Just for informative purposes. 🙂 We have an incredible product line as does Isagenix.. but it seems we hit a broader demographic that serves multiple purposes.. but you have to know the whole line to see the true differences. I’ve never had any product of this type work for me before so finding Visalus has changed me and my life. It curbs my sweet tooth b/c of the awesome taste and after battling weight for 20 years ( on a small scale, i must say) its nice to finally be lean.. Its even sparked me to start a career in personal training and group kickboxing instruction. Take care! Thanks for letting me esplain! 😉

How does Isagenix taste? I’ve seen a whole lot of Vi comparison charts out there, and I gotta say this is the first ever one Ive seen where Vi doesnt win

what are the cost comparisons and calorie comparisons? Where is Isagenix made? I do know Vi is made in USA.

wow Monica… thanks for the great feedback – congrats on your weight loss and body change.

Spell changed my word, sorry *Visalus

Let’s call both drinks what they truly are: company Kool Aid.
Both company’s products will work for most anyone, especially when followed with a fitness program and healthier lifestyle.
Consumers/entrepreneurs simply need to be educated by non-bias leaders on what “business opportunity” fits them.
You obviously chose one and it works. But there are better products available on the market that are not MLM.
People don’t choose Visalus or Isagenix simply for the products. They want the “potential” to earn money selling it to other people.
Thanks for your “blog” / sales pitch for Isagenix but it is obvious you are slanted. To a newbie searching for a real solution for them, keep searching and read from lots of sources.
FWIW: I don’t use either company’s products as I am not in the MLM business. I think both offer great opportunities and good products.