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Protein

Plant protein powders and protein-rich foods. Source changes both taste and nutrition.

Differences by source

• Soy: good amino acid balance, reasonably priced
• Pea: low allergenicity, distinctive flavour
• Rice: gentle on digestion, lower in lysine on its own
• Hemp: brings fibre and minerals, lower protein purity
• Blends: designed so the sources complement each other

What to check

• Protein per serving, and as a share of total weight
• Which sweetener
• Added vitamins and minerals
• How it combines with whole-food protein: beans, nuts, whole grains