We believe plant-based protein is streets ahead of animal-based protein and here’s why:
A plant-based protein source that is soy-free, gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free are perfect for people who have a sensitive digestive system or people who wish to avoid these issues in the future.
For many people, dairy may not upset your gut currently, but as you get older lactose in milk becomes harder for your body to break down, as our bodies produce less of the enzyme lactase. This can lead to gut issues down the line, which will not occur from using a clean plant protein source, such as our super yellow split peas!
A common misconception of plant proteins is that they do not contain all nine essential amino acids. This is not true, as all plant-protein sources contain all the essential amino acids, however in varying amounts. Therefore it is recommended to obtain your protein from more than one source on a plant-based diet. With that being said, if you eat a sufficient amount of calories and don’t eat the exact same thing for each meal this is not nothing to be concerned about!
Amino acids are the small building blocks that make up protein. There are nine amino acids that our body cannot produce itself that we must get from our food, and these are therefore called essential. Eating a plant-based diet which has a variety of foods provides more than enough amino acids and protein, especially if you include a protein supplement each day, such as our Protein M*lks.
Animal-based protein sources also contain all nine essential amino acids. However in eating just animal-based protein sources you are consuming an unhealthier protein source compared to plant-based. increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and early death. Animal-based proteins have been proven to be linked to heart disease, stroke, early death, cancer and kidney diseases.
It is super easy to get enough protein on a plant-based diet, some of our favourite sources include, Tofu, Tempeh, Soy-yogurts, Chickpeas, Kidney and black beans, lentils, nuts (especially nut butters, yum!), seeds, whole grain breads and cereals, quinoa, cous-cous, rice and oats!
One of the easiest and most nutritious ways of getting enough plant-based protein in your diet is to drink one of our Plant Protein M*lks. These contain 20 grams of plant-based protein from the yellow split peas which have all nine essential amino acids and naturally occurring BCAA’s. We have also included prebiotic dietary fibre from chicory root which helps boost your gut and we have fortified our M*lks with 14 vitamins and minerals, including 100% of your B12 and vitamin D daily requirements.
Plant-protein is also a better choice due to how many nutrients are contained within them compared to animal-based protein. Plants contain loads of vitamins and minerals, are packed full of fibre and contain no saturated fats, which is known to be linked to heart disease.
Animal-protein on the other hand is non comparable in its nutrient content compared to much more nutritious plant sources. It has no fibre, a small amount of B vitamins and some minerals and contains saturated fats and can cause cancer.
So, is there any difference between plant-based and animal-based protein for recovery and building muscle:
In a study performed in 2021 this question was put to the test for young men. They took a sample of 38 men, half were vegan and the other half were omnivores and made them perform the same workout programme for three months.
The results?:
There was nothing to suggest that there was any difference in the strength and muscle gained between the two groups, demonstrating that plant-protein is just as effective as animal-based protein for recovery and building muscle.
So what is the big takeaway here?
Changing to eating a plant-based diet, with an adequate protein intake is just as effective as a diet high in animal based-protein, however you are getting a more nutritious protein source, one that is better for the planet and animal welfare, and ultimately one which is better for your health and your gut!
Make the change which is better for you and the panet, and make it ASAP!
References:
1. Hevia-Larraín, V., Gualano, B., Longobardi, I. et al. High-Protein Plant-Based Diet Versus a Protein-Matched Omnivorous Diet to Support Resistance Training Adaptations: A Comparison Between Habitual Vegans and Omnivores. Sports Med (2021).
Our products
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MIXED PACK M*LKSHAKES
- 100% Vegan
- 20g Plant Protein
- Vitamins and minerals
Full Ingredient Information
Ingredients List:
Water, Pea Protein Isolate, Chicory dietary fibre, Coconut cream, Sugar, Sunflower oil, Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder (0.75%)(Rich Chocolate flavour only), Vitamin blend, Calcium Carbonate, Natural flavourings, Salt, Stabiliser: Carrageenan, Acidity Regulator: Trisodium Citrate, Sweetener: Steviol Glycosides
Vitamins & Minerals:
Per 100 ml
% NRV* Per 100 ml
Per Bottle (330ml)
% NRV* Per 330 ml
Calcium
122mg
15%
403mg
50%
Vitamin A
39ug
5%
129
16%
Vitamin D
1.52μg
30%
5.02μg
100%
Vitamin E
0.58mg
5%
1.9mg
16%
Vitamin K
3.6ug
5%
11.88ug
16%
Vitamin C
3.9mg
5%
12.87mg
16%
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
0.05mg
5%
0.17mg
16%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
0.07mg
5%
0.23mg
16%
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
0.7mg
5%
2.54mg
16%
Pantothenic (Vitamin B5)
0.29mg
5%
0.96mg
16%
Vitamin B6
25mg
31%
83mg
15%
Biotin (Vitamin B7)
2.45ug
5%
8.09ug
16%
Vitamin B9
0.2μg
10%
0.4μg
15%
Vitamin B12
0.758ug
30%
2.50ug
100%
* NRV: Nutrient Reference Value
Our Super Plant Powered Ingredients:
Pea Protein Pea protein contains all 9 of the essential amino acids and naturally occuring BCAAs.
Chicory Root Fibre Easy to digest plant based fibre from Chicory Root to help support a healthy and happy gut.
Cacao Powder Fair trade certified cocoa powder, which is high in theobromine. This can help lower inflammation and help protect against cancer, heart disease and diabetes!
Sunflower Oil Sunflower oil has many health benefits because it is low in saturated fat and high in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids. PUFAs include omega-3s and omega-6s which can reduce cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. MUFAs may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Natural Sweetness and low in sugar Delicately sweetened with cane sugar, and a dash of stevia leaf to balance the sweetness and keeping the total sugar level low. So low in fact we have 50% less sugar than Dairy protein milks AND we don't use any nasty artificial sweetners such as sucralose.
Calcium We've packed our m*lks full of calcium so you can build and maintain strong bones. Your heart, muscles and nerves also need calcium to function properly, so count on us for your calcium fix. Who needs dairy?
Vitamin A Vitamin A, also called retinol, is vital for your vision, bone growth, reproduction and preventing fertility issues, tooth development and preventing infections.
Vitamin D2 Vitamin D is involved inhelping your body absorb calcium, helps boost your immune system and protects bones, muscles, and your heart. Our bodies produce it when we go out in the sun, but as Irish people this is few and far between, so vitamin D is so important for us to include in our diets.
Vitamin E Vitamin E plays a role in maintaining healthy skin and eyes as well as supporting your immune system. Vitamin E deficiency may cause nerve and muscle damage, loss of body movement control and muscle weakness.
Vitamin K Vitamin K is important for helping blood to clot which prevents excessive bleeding. Low levels of vitamin K can raise the risk of uncontrolled bleeding but deficiencies are rare.
Vitamin C Vitamin C is necessary for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues. It's involved in the formation of collagen, absorption of iron, the proper functioning of the immune system, wound healing, and the maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.
Vitamin B1 Thiamin (vitamin B1) is essential for energy metabolism, especially breaking down carbohydrates to produce energy.
Vitamin B2 It helps the body break down carbohydrates, proteins and fats to produce energy, and it allows oxygen to be used by the body.
Vitamin B3 Like the previous two vitamins, Niacin (vitamin B3) is important for helping the body to release energy from food. It also creates cholesterol and fats as well as creating and repairing DNA.
Vitamin B5 Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), like all the B vitamins is involved in releasing energy from food. It is essential for fatty acid synthesis.
Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 helps maintain a normal amount of this amino acid in your blood. Eating foods rich in vitamin B6 will help your body guard against infection by boosting your immune system. B6 may also improve your mood and reduce symptoms of depression.
Vitamin B7 Biotin (Vitamin B7) is needed in small amounts only to help make fatty acids.
It should be easily obtained in a balanced and varied diet. The bacteria that live in our bowel can also make biotin so there is rarely a need to supplement this.Folic Acid Did you know, folic acid is extremely important in helping the body produce and maintain new cells. Folic acid also helps in preventing birth defects in newborn babies and also helps to promote hair growth.
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps keep your body's blood and nerve cells healthy. For people who don't eat meat or little animal products there is a real risk of being deficient in B12. Proper B12 supplementation can help prevent extreme tiredness, lack of energy, muscle weakness and depression.
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