Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein

Garden of Life's Raw Organic Protein is a smooth, creamy, and delicious plant based protein with an incredibly diverse source of protein. If you've either tried other plant based proteins and not liked them, or if you've been hesitant to try a plant based protein, get over it and give Garden of LIfe Raw Organic Protein a try. Unlike other plant based proteins which can taste bad or have a chalky consistancy; Garden of LIfe's Raw Organic Protein is both smooth, creamy, and tasty. It's also unlike many other plant based proteins which have one or two protein sources. This protein has 14 sources of protein from grains, seeds, and legumes including organic pea protein, sprouted brown rice protein, amaranth sprout, buckwheat sprout, and millet; just to name a few. This protein powder contains 17 grams of protein per serving along with 3.8 grams of branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) and vitamins, probiotics, and enzymes added. This is a great choice for vegans and vegetarians as well as those of us who aren't vegan or vegetarian but find whey proteins to sit heavy. Pickup a tub and check it out today!

Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein Benefits Reviewed

• 14 Organic Grains, Seeds & Legumes (Diverse Protein Sources)
• 22 Grams Protein
• 3.8 Grams of BCAAs
• Vitamin Code Fat Soluble Vitamins A,D,E,K
• Live Probiotics & Enzymes Added
• Helps Build & Repair Muscle
• Great for Pre and Post Workout
• Promotes Protein Synthesis
• Easily Digested
• Suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians

What Flavors is Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein Available In?

• Chocolate Cacao
• Vanilla
• Lightly Sweet Original
• Vanilla Spiced Chai

Is Garden of Life Plant Based Protein Good For You?

Garden of LIfe Raw Organic Protein is a fantastic alternative to other soy or dairy based proteins. GOL Raw Organic Protein has an added mix of amino acids which help with optimal protein synthesis. Plant based proteins also tend to be easier to digest, so they're great for people who get stomach aches from other proteins or who find whey protein sits heavy in their stomach. In addition to 22 grams of organic sprouted raw protein, which amounts to 44% of your recommended daily value, Garden of Life also added enzymes, vitmains, and live probiotics which help with both digestion and absorption of this protein. So it's safe to say that yeah, Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein is good for you. 

Do Plant Based Proteins Still Help You Build Muscle?

Because GOL Raw Organic Protein is a complete protein, it has all the amino acids you need to support protein synthesis. It also has 22 grams of protein which is right up there with whey protein supplements. The process of protein synthethis does two things, it protects your existing muscle fibers and builds new muscle tissue. You d not need whey protein to build muscle. Plant based proteins like Garden of Life's Raw Organic Protein build muscle just fine. 

Why the Added Vitamins Are Important?

The added fat soluble Vitamins A, D, E, and K are important to your health, and especially important to vegans and vegetarians who may be deficient in some or all of these vitamins due to a more limited diet. Vitamin A is found in many animal products so it's something that many vegans and vegetarians are lacking. Vitmain D is a common deficiency in those who don't eat fish which vegans do not. Vitamin E is an antioxidant in wheat germ, so those on a gluten free diet will benefit from the added Vitamin E, and lastly Vitamin K is important to heart health as well as bone health. Vitamin K is also found in many animal foods, so again, another great addition for vegans and vegetarians. 

Common Be Honest, Is this Another Chalky Gross Plant Based Protein?

Not at all. Graden of Life Raw Protein tastes great, and comes in 4 delicious flavors. Tastes even better when mixed with almond milk or coconut milk. 

How to Take/Use Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein

Mix 1 level scoop (scoop included) with 10 ounces of cold water or beverage of your choice. Also tastes delicious with almond or coconut milk. 

Nutritional Facts

Servings Per Container: 20

Serving Size: 1 Scoop

Calories: 110

Total Fat 2.5g

Saturated Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 0.5g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 180mg

Total Carbohydrate 2g

Dietary Fiber 1g

Total Sugars 0g

Protein 22g

Vitamin D 10mcg (400IU)

Vitamin A 60mcg

Vitamin K 5mcg

Zinc 2.8mg

Manganese 0.7mg

Calcium 40mg

Potassium 47mg

Vitamin E 3mg

Magnesium 15mg

Selenium 42mcg

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. 

Ingredients:

Raw Organic Protein Blend: Organic Pea Protein, Organic Prouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Amaranth Sprout, Organic Buckwheat Sprout, Organic Millet Sprout, Organic Millet Sprout, Organic Cracked Wall Chlorella, Organic Quinoa Sprout, Organic Chia Seed Sprout, Organic Garbanzo Bean Sprout, Organic Lentil Sprout, Organic Adzuki Bean Sprout, Organic Flax Seed Sprout, Organic Sunflower Seed Sprout, Organic Pumpkin Seed Sprout, Organic Sesame Seed Sprout, 

Organic Flavor Blend:

(Organic Vanila Flavors, Organic Erythritol, Organic Stevia Extract (leaf), Sea Salt, Organic Guar Gum, Organic Carob Bean Gum

Raw Probiotic & Enzyme Blend: 

Lipase, Protease, Aspergillopepsin, beta-Glucanase, Cellulase, Bromelain, Phytase, Lactase, Papain, Peptidase, Pectinase, Hemicellulase, Xylanase, [Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus bulgaricus] (3 Billion CFU)

Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein Warning

Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Some settling may occur. 

References

Chesney K Richter,3,* Ann C Skulas-Ray,3 Catherine M Champagne,4 and Penny M Kris-Etherton3 Plant Protein and Animal Proteins: Do They Differentially Affect Cardiovascular Disease Risk?1,2 Adv Nutr. 2015 Nov; 6(6): 712–728.
Published online 2015 Nov 10. doi: 10.3945/an.115.009654

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4642426/

Gorissen SHM, Crombag JJR, Senden JMG, et al. Protein content and amino acid composition of commercially available plant-based protein isolates. Amino Acids. 2018;50(12):1685–1695. doi:10.1007/s00726-018-2640-5

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6245118/