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If you’re a label reader like me, you’ll know that finding healthy vegan protein bars isn’t always easy. In this post, I share some pointers on how to weed out the bad stuff, and I also indulge you in the good stuff: the best vegan protein bars based on taste and nutrition.

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Drink Wholesome is a small but fast-growing brand that makes an almond-based vegan protein powder and egg white-based protein powder. Directly on the front of the product’s packaging, you can see the real food ingredients that make up Drink Wholesome’s protein powders. There are literally 4 ingredients or less (if you choose the unflavored protein powder option, there’s only one). Simple, delicious, and truly clean, Drink Wholesome protein powder is worth a try. Here I explain why this line of protein powder is a win for many reasons.

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Nowadays, several supplement brands are branching out with matcha protein powder options. Whether or not they’re privy to the science, some products stand out as high-ROI protein powders that offer the spectrum of health benefits of both high-quality protein and EGCG-containing matcha.

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Both EAA and BCAA supplements have been trusted staples among bodybuilders and strength athletes. But today, they’ve become increasingly popular among endurance athletes (such as myself) and other generally active individuals seeking to optimize their recovery. There’s no doubt both types of amino acid supplements work. But the debate between EAA vs BCAA, and which one is better, ultimately depends on your athletic endeavors and what you seek to achieve.

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The thing with superfood powder is that there’s a wide variety of types: green superfood powder, mushroom superfood powder, and other ingredient-focused powders like maca powder, moringa powder, and spirulina powder. What’s considered the best superfood powder for one person might not even qualify as a superfood for another person. That’s how subjective the term “superfoods” really is. That disclaimer said, here are a handful of products I use and stand behind, and why.

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Thanks to its corporate clout, Muscle Milk protein powder and shakes are found in almost every big box retail chain. For better or worse, its mainstream presence has made it a popular player, especially among bodybuilders and strength athletes. Despite its long-standing reign in the nutritional aisles, the real question is: Is Muscle Milk protein powder good? In other words, are the ingredients in Muscle Milk protein powder good for you? And does the product taste good?

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Beyond taste, there’s a lot to be said about a product’s ingredients. Unfortunately, a vast majority of protein powders contain artificial ingredients and other non-food substances that our bodies don’t really know what to do with. While claiming a product as the ‘best protein powder’ is subject to my opinion, there are some commonly acceptable factors to consider. To strike a balance between taste and nutrition, here I highlight what I’ve found to be the best protein powders and why.

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Let’s face it, protein farts are real and they can be pretty embarrassing. So, what’s the deal with these awkward protein toots? And even more crucially, how do you prevent protein farts from rearing in the first place? Here I get to the bottom of this unwelcomed flatulence problem that frequently arrives after consuming a high-protein meal. We’ll be looking at the causes and triggers, reasons behind the potent odor, and how to minimize and prevent protein farts from occurring.

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People are avoiding soy products for various reasons. Some health experts caution against soy due to its potential to disrupt hormones, mimicking estrogen in the body. Additionally, soy contains goitrogens, which studies have shown can negatively impact the thyroid by blocking iodine absorption. While the science around the negative effects of soy is limited (and is often trumped by the benefits of selective soy consumption), the demand for protein powder without soy is pervasive.

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Unlike most plants, pea is a complete protein that contains all essential amino acids. It also has superior bioavailability and digestibility, is allergen-friendly, and has environmental advantages over many other protein powder options.
Very few plant-based protein sources are perfect. But pea protein powder is pretty close. In this post, I highlight the many benefits and nutritional considerations you should know if you’re considering using pea protein powder.

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