topic Re: Protein Powder Recommendation in Wellness

Protein Powder Recommendation

lovesallanimals — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 01:46:43 GMT

I was out in the health food store today trying to find a Protein Powder to add to my smoothies. I just want an unflavored, no-sugar added one. There were no many, all different descriptions, etc. I was overwhelmed. Can anyone recommend a simple one that is high in protein, no sugar or artificial ingredients, to add to my fruit smoothies? Thanks.

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x Hedge — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 01:59:57 GMT

I buy 100% 'isolated soy protein' in bulk from health food stores. Not a brand. Nothing added at all. Made from soybeans. I just scoop it out of the bin into a plastic bag, they weigh it, and charge me by the pound. It has virtually no flavor. You can add it to hot soups or cold smoothies.

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polowife — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 02:00:13 GMT

I like "VEGA" protein & greens

20 grams plant-based protein
Veggies and greens
110-120 calories
0-1 grams of sugar

Chocolate is my favorite flavor

Hope this helps!

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DJP — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 02:25:35 GMT

@lovesallanimals I love Andrew Lessman's Whey protein powder. Soy does not agree with me. He's on HSN.

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sohochic — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 02:35:55 GMT

I get them in Whole Foods. They are flavored naturally and I've gotten and given Papaya. Is the one offered here flavored? I thought it was a chocolate, etc.

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sohochic — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 02:37:29 GMT

Unless there is no fear from soy, fine. Soy stimulates estrogen, I think, and not to be given to anyone with a history of cancer.

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m0rgan — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 02:37:41 GMT

I like NutriBiotic Rice Protein. 0 added sugars, 12 g protein

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fortune — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 03:25:01 GMT

@x Hedge wrote:
I buy 100% 'isolated soy protein' in bulk from health food stores. Not a brand. Nothing added at all. Made from soybeans. I just scoop it out of the bin into a plastic bag, they weigh it, and charge me by the pound. It has virtually no flavor. You can add it to hot soups or cold smoothies.

@x Hedge

If you have ever had breast cancer or have family members with breast cancer, you should stay away from soy. Google it to find out more!

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Junker2327 — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 04:28:18 GMT

I use UNJURY. Order it on line. Recommended to my daughter by her weight loss surgeon.

Beckyblu

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SilleeMee — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 13:48:40 GMT

Another soy vote here. I buy 'NOW' brand powder in plain, chocolate and vanilla. The association of soy and cancer was a concern for me at one time because my mother had breast cancer. I discussed this with my doctor and she said the soy was fine for me. I have never had cancer.

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meem120 — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 18:26:02 GMT

No soy anything for cancer survivors. I prefer whey. At GNC, I like Met Rx, on Amazon, I like Quest, you can also bake with that one. Also, like Inspire protein, I like vanilla in coffee. For premixed, I like the Premier Protein shakes. Good for on the go. They have choc, vanilla, strawberry,banana and carmel. I throw them in my blender and add frozen fruit in the summer too.

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x Hedge — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 18:35:11 GMT

Thank you for your input @fortune. Im fully aware of the total package, good & bad, that comes with protein sourced from soy, wheat, other plants, mammal, fish, and poultry. Just as some have cause to avoid soy, many people with cholesterol issues embrace soy to provide a substantial amount of protein in their daily diet. When it comes to diet's influence on personal medical issues, it's often a matter of weighing one risk against another. I will leave that up to OP to discuss with her doctor.
OP wanted a redily available, high protein, unflavored, unadulterated protein source that she could add to smoothies. She is welcome to ignore my suggestion if she feels its not right for her.

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sidsmom — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 19:01:22 GMT

Doesn’t matter where it comes from.

A plant, peas, soy, whey, etc....any time we take a whole food

and extract a single nutrient & process it down to a genetic powder,

pill or supplement, it’s not healthy.

If you want pea protein, eat peas.

If you want soy protein, eat edamame.

If you want whey protein, ~~drink milk~~....no, stay away from dairy.

Dairy is just nasty.

‘Protein’ just has a slick PR campaign.

There’s nothing mystically magical with this nutrient.

Consume enough calories & protein needs are met.

Just eat whole foods, preferably plants.

And count the extra money you save from unnecessary supplementation.

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lovesallanimals — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 20:07:19 GMT

Thanks everyone! I am going to look into all your suggestions. this was a great help.

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morganjen — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 15:29:51 GMT

I've been using Sunwarrior Warrior Blend for years. It's a blend of pea, hemp, and goji berry protein.

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sgraham30 — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 15:46:15 GMT

@morganjen, that's what I use as well, I stock up when they have sales & double points offers in their website. I like the vanilla, chocolate, mocha, & mixed berry flavors. I also love their protein bars, the blueberry & the salted caramel flavors. I usually carry one with me when I'm out doing errands because I'd rather eat that than something fast food.