Supplement Saturdays: Vegan Protein Powder

Plant Fusion Vegan Vegetarian Protein Powder ** image courtesy of BalancedGrettie

I used protein powders, such as whey protein, for awhile. I would usually use this to refuel after a run and after a workout. I am looking into protein shakes and what type of protein powder I might want to start using. Whey protein is good, but I have been seeing a lot about vegan / vegetarian protein powders and its various benefits. I found an article from Hippocrates Health Institute titled "The Ultimate Power Of Raw Vegan Protein Powder". Here is what article says:

Raw Vegan Protein:

"Vegan protein is considered a premium protein, and can be used after workouts to enhance the recovery process and also contains a high percentage of essential amino acids. Your body does not produce these protein building blocks, so you have to eat them. Raw vegan protein powder clearly has some nutritional advantages. It contains high levels of branched-chain amino acids to help boost the immune system and increase the production of glutathione, a natural antioxidant. Additionally, raw protein is absorbed rapidly in the intestines. This results in a nice rise of amino acids and helps recovery. Dietary glutamine plays a key role by helping to maintain muscle mass, enhance glycogen, promote healing, increase growth hormone levels and help prevent muscle catabolism. Vegan protein has no lactose and is an acceptable part of a vegetarian diet. Leucine, isoleucine and valine are essential amino acids that play important roles in muscle tissue repair. All of the essential amino acids and proteins can be obtained by consuming a variety of raw foods. Proteins containing all the essential amino acids are complete (high quality) proteins."

Plant Protein Products:

There are several vegan pant protein powders on the market now. Two of those products are below:

Vega One Nutritional Shake:

Vega One Nutritional Shake ** image courtesy of Vega

Here is what Vega says about their product:

We put the best in so you get the best out. Made from real, whole food ingredients, Vega One is like a serving of "I've totally got this" in a glass. With Everything you need all in one, delicious scoop, Vega One gives you:

- 20 grams premium plant-based protein

- 6 servings of greens

- 50% daily intake of food-based vitamins and minerals

- 25% DV fiber

- 1.5 grams of Omega-3s

- Antioxidants

- Probiotics (1 billion CFU)

- Only 160 calories. (French Vanilla)

Instructions:

Enjoy Vega One shake with water or non-dairy beverage, or in a smoothie.

Flavors: French Vanilla, Chocolate, Natural, Berry, Vanilla Chai

Single Pack ($3.99)

Box of 10 Single Packs ($39.99)

Vega One All-In-One Sampler ($12.00)

Small Tub ($39.99)

Large Tub ($69.99)

** To see more about this product, please visit the Vega online store

Plant Fusion Protein Shake:

Plant Fusion Protein Shake ** image courtesy of Plant Fusion

Here is what Plant Fusion says about their product:

Years of testing and research on more than a dozen different plant-based protein sources led to the creation of this unique blend of ingredients that, when combined, scores a perfect 1.0 on the Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS). PDCAAS is the gold standard for rating the quality of protein for human nutrition.

PlantFusion was designed to be a simple, delicious tool to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. The protein in PlantFusion is perfect for muscle energy, managing appetite, and overall recovery from exercise and daily stress.

The only plant-based protein shake that compares to whey; enhanced with 4500mg of branched chain amino acids (BCAA) and 3,350mg of glutamine, PlantFusion is a complete and extremely potent source of protein by any standard. The first plant-based protein that compares to animal proteins (like whey) in amino acid density and balance.

The only plant-based protein shake that compares to whey:

Enhanced with 4500mg of branched chain amino acids (BCAA) and 3,350mg of glutamine, PlantFusion is a complete and extremely potent source of protein by any standard. The first plant-based protein that compares to animal proteins (like whey) in amino acid density and balance.

Nutrient-dense:

A whopping 21grams of protein + amino acids and only 120 calories in a 12oz shake.

Free of all major allergens:

no dairy, soy, gluten (wheat), eggs, nuts, fish, tree nuts, or shellfish. Also free of artificial flavors and preservatives.

Easy to Digest:

contains a proprietary blend of enzymes to ensure that even those with sensitive stomachs are able to digest PlantFusion with ease.

Flavors: Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Chocolate Raspberry, Natural, Cookies N' Creme

12 Single Serve Packets ($34.70)

1 lb Tub ($29.99)

2 lb Tub ($52.95)

** To see more about this product, please visit the Plant Fusion online store

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** To read more on the article about vegan protein powder, please visit Hippocrates Health Institute.

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