How to choose Vegan Protein Powder?

Vegan protein powders are becoming increasingly popular amongst supplement users who are choosing an animal-based free diet, or simply those seeking an eco-friendly alternative to traditional protein sources. Protein plays a crucial role in repairing cells and making new ones, so it’s crucial to make sure you’re getting the best vegan protein available on the market. Unfortunately not all protein powders are made equal, so how do you choose the right Vegan Protein Powder? We’ve made a handy go-to list to help you decide which vegan protein powder is right for you.

1. Is your Protein organic?

Look for brands which have callouts such as ‘Organic Ingredients’, ‘non-GMO’ or organic accreditations. Unlike other forms of protein powder, plant-based proteins can often be be contaminated with pesticides, so be sure to read the label!

2. Look for the Amino Acid profile, you want a ‘complete’ protein.

There are 9 essential amino acids which are vital for functions throughout your body, including protein synthesis, tissue repair and nutrient absorption. These amino acids are easy enough to consume if you’re eating meat and dairy, however on a vegan diet this can sometimes be difficult. Look for vegan protein powders which contain a blend of different proteins, such as pea, rice, hemp, faba, soy etc. Individually these proteins are great, but when combined you get a complete protein and therefore more of the 9 amino acids. Simply flip over the packaging, read the ingredients and search for a protein which contains at least two or more of these protein sources!

3. High Protein concentration.

How do you get enough protein on a vegan diet? There are so many misconceptions that vegan protein powders don’t offer as much protein as traditional whey powders, however if you do your research you’ll quickly realize many vegan powders now offer between 20 - 30 grams of protein per serve! Your body uses protein to build and repair muscles, bones and to make hormones & enzymes, so we recommend a vegan protein powder which has at least 60 grams of protein per 100 grams.

4. Low Sugar & No Artificial Sweeteners.

Everything in moderation right? This is especially important for protein powders. Many brands load their products with added sugars and artificial sweeteners which can damage your gut microbiome. Research has also linked elevated sugar levels to chronic diseases such as obesity and obesity. Generally speaking you’ll consume enough sugar in other aspects of your diet, so it’s best to look for a protein powder which is refined sugar free and also contains no artificial colours. Remember to keep it simple, look for simple, recognisable ingredients

5. Is it actually Vegan?

This seems pretty simple right? If it says it’s Vegan, then surely it’s Vegan? Unfortunately you can never really trust marketing call-outs on packaging these days. It might sound a bit excessive, however it’s really important to read and inspect every ingredient used on your vegan protein powder to ensure it is truly free from any animal products. Key ingredients to look out for are whey, cassein, egg white, bone broth and meat isolates - these are occasionally added to boost the protein percentage on products.

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