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Don’t get me wrong. When it comes to original flavors that genuinely taste good, Ghost gets two thumbs up. But from a nutritional perspective, is Ghost protein powder good for you? Sure, Ghost uses quality protein sources in its products. But it’s the additives that raise a big red flag for me. So while Ghost might top the podium as one of the best-tasting protein powders, the ingredients give cause for concern.

You’re likely aware that protein shakes (or protein smoothies) are essential if you’re serious about building strength, growing muscle, and getting fit. But when’s the best time to drink a protein shake – before or after your workout? The truth is, there are benefits to both and you can’t go wrong with either. At the end of the day, what you decide to go for hinges on what you’re after (big gains, reduced soreness, weight loss) and how you feel.

Today’s top-performing protein powders have come a long way, providing more than just sheer grams of protein. The best protein powder for men is dense with amino acids, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatories designed to accelerate your recovery and make you stronger. Similarly, the best products for alpha males are clean protein powders free from all the garbage, like heavy metals, artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols, and loads of fillers. For me, a competitive athlete in his upper 30s, it’s about feeling optimal, improving performance, and staying in the game.

With the right mix of vegan protein sources, a plant-based meal can rival an animal-based meal any day. And when you factor in micronutrients, fiber, and inflammation, plants almost always win. The key is knowing the best vegan protein sources and what amino acids they’re highest in. After all, protein quality is defined by its amino acids, not just sheer protein in grams. Let’s explore high-protein vegan foods and the aminos they’re most abundant in.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?